Critics & Obstacles

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By Sue Patterson • February 27, 2026
Struggling with unschooling doubt or feeling like you’re not doing enough? Discover how daily reinforcement helps homeschooling parents build steady confidence.
Trying to explain unschooling to friends and family? Start here
By Sue Patterson • October 21, 2024
Trying to explain unschooling to family or friends? This page covers common questions, concerns, and examples, with a simple video and guide you can share.
By Sue Patterson • August 15, 2024
Kids need help figuring out how to respond to questions that are tossed their way - especially this time of year! Here are some EASY ways to do this!
Handling Critics
By Sue Patterson • November 25, 2025
Handling critics during the holidays? This unschooling podcast explains why family comments hurt when we're deschooling - and how to stay grounded and confident.
By Sue Patterson • November 27, 2024
Need help prepping for those holiday get-togethers? Sue Patterson shares some unschooling tips PLUS a free worksheet to help figure out what to say.
By Sue Patterson • June 20, 2024
People have questions - and we need to know how to navigate them! This will help.
By Sue Patterson • November 19, 2023
While we may be a little nervous about this season of get-togethers with friends and family - our kids may need a little help from us. Prepping ahead of time is the key to success! This Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast/blogpost will show you how to get everyone out of The Hot Seat!
dealing with naysayers and critics of unschooling
By Sue Patterson • November 30, 2016
When holidays arrive, how do you deal with friends and family who are critical of your choice to unschool? Let's talk about it...