How Do Unschoolers Learn Math?

Sue Patterson

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Unschooling and Math!


Do you want more specifics about how to stop stressing about math and find it in all kinds of activities?

This Unschooling Guide can help you do exactly that!


With thought-provoking articles and journal prompts, Sue Patterson can help you get to the heart of the problem. Here's what you will find in this 30-page full-color magazine-style Guide:



  • Seeing Math Everywhere
  • A Scavenger Hunt for Math in Your Home
  • Playing with Math
  • Strewing and Storytime
  • Math out in the Community
  • Your Personal History with Math
  • Math Anxiety and How to Get Over It
  • Math Anxiety Assessment
  • Ten Tips to Overcome Math Anxiety
  • More Reading, Videos,  and Podcasts about Reframing Math
  • Math Games & Fun Ideas
  • More Fun Ideas with Math


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