One of the questions unschooling parents ask all the time is: “But how do you plan anything?” Most of us were trained to believe planning means lesson plans, subjects, and assignments. So when you remove curriculum, it can feel like you’ve removed the roadmap too. But unschooling planning isn’t about deciding what your child must learn next. It’s about shaping a life where curiosity has room to grow.

Pi Day Without the Hype — When "Fun Learning" Falls Flat

Learn why neurodivergent kids thrive outside traditional school—and how unschooling families use neurodivergent-informed parenting strategies to support all kids.

Daylight Saving Time explained: Homeschooling and unschooling families discover 10 surprising facts and real-life learning opportunities when we change the clocks.

Struggling with unschooling doubt or feeling like you’re not doing enough? Discover how daily reinforcement helps homeschooling parents build steady confidence.

Feeling steady one day, and panicking the next?

Homeschooling parents discover how kids learn naturally from the 2026 Winter Olympics through strewing—no curriculum, lessons, or checklists required at home.

Deschooling isn’t a one-time phase homeschooling parents expect. As kids grow, familiar school-based fears return. Learn when to revisit deschooling and recalibrate.

Feeling lost about teaching your kids? Sue Patterson shares unschooling reassurance and perspective on learning beyond school— without pressure, plans, or lessons.

When deschooling feels uncomfortable, it’s usually homeschooling parents—not kids—who struggle. Learn what’s really happening when learning looks “too relaxed.”

If traditional homeschooling or school-at-home isn’t working anymore, this post explores why that happens and how unschooling can be a practical next step.

Monthly unschooling orientations to help homeschooling parents find the right resources faster—without overwhelm, pressure, or information overload.

Feeling pressure to “get back on track” after the holidays? Sue Patterson encourages homeschooling and unschooling parents to slow down, reflect, & tune into Winter.

Winter unschooling can feel harder with more time inside, more screens, and more self-doubt. This post offers reassurance and perspective for unschooling families.

Curious how unschooling really works during the holidays? Here’s what typical December days look like for unschoolers —filled with learning, connection, and zero pressure.

Confused about unschooling? Learn how to navigate doubt, overwhelm, and December pressure with reassurance and guidance from experienced unschooler, Sue Patterson.

If unschooling feels like an emotional roller coaster lately, this episode will help you understand why — and what actually makes the ride smoother. Let's break down the real reasons parents feel wobbly and why support makes such a dramatic difference, especially during high-pressure seasons like the holidays. Here’s what we explore: Why unschooling feels so up-and-down at first The hidden pressures that make parents question everything The real reason doing this alone feels overwhelming What genuine support actually provides How community can steady your nerves and calm your home Why this season is the easiest time to get help This episode is for parents who want clarity, steadiness, and reassurance that they truly don’t have to figure out unschooling alone. 

Handling critics during the holidays? This unschooling podcast explains why family comments hurt when we're deschooling - and how to stay grounded and confident.

If your child only wants to play — Legos, trampolines, videogames — don’t panic. Discover why play is essential —and how to support real learning with unschooling.