How to Unschool

“Switching from Homeschooling → Unschooling” banner with a woman holding a finger to her lips
By Sue Patterson • January 30, 2026
If this past semester of homeschooling has been lackluster - or worse - it might be time to explore unschooling! Sue Patterson shares 5 Steps to help you move into an unschooling direction.
Blocks and kids jumping on a trampoline, text:
By Sue Patterson • November 19, 2025
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.
The path to unschooling
By Sue Patterson • November 5, 2025
Thinking about unschooling but not sure if you’re ready? You don’t have to try every homeschool method first — here’s how to start unschooling now.
I need a checklist!
By Sue Patterson • October 21, 2025
Still searching for checklists in homeschooling? This Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast helps parents replace school habits with confidence, curiosity, and real learning.
Sue's Unschooling Tip f the Week - it's Friday
By Sue Patterson • October 10, 2025
A simple parenting tip from my unschooling membership group - grab a spiral!
How will we know they're learning if we unschool?
By Sue Patterson • April 3, 2025
Sue's Unschooling Mom2Mom Podcast shares 5 Tips to help you KNOW your unschooled kids are actually learning - plus some bonus ideas to consider!
Can we Talk? Is Homeschooling Not Working?
By Sue Patterson • February 26, 2025
Can we Talk? Is Homeschooling Not Working? Sue Patterson offers solutions for homeschooling parents who are struggling and covers a few common questions.
Unschooling 101
By Sue Patterson • January 9, 2025
If you’re thinking about unschooling, I want you to have a practical strategy that can actually help. Yes, unschooling focuses on connection, relationships, play, exploring interests. I can feel everyone nodding along with that. But then what? ...How?
Billboard saying Unschooling: Next Stop!
By Sue Patterson • August 24, 2024
Billboards and roadmaps - all pointing you toward unschooling the kids this year!
By Sue Patterson • July 19, 2024
Let's talk about Teaching and Learning - Unschoolers do things differently!