Do you have trouble with critical family and friends? Here are some unschooling points to consider as you wade through the negativity.
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New Unschoolers, Thanksgiving, and Zoom Calls
You thought it was going to be easier to avoid questions from relatives as we’re all staying home for Thanksgiving this year. Except, now they’re going to be on Zoom with you. Demanding answers. Here’s how to get out of the hot seat!
Dealing with Naysayers
Here we are in the holiday season celebrating with friends and family, some of whom we haven’t seen in a while. While that’s exciting, it can also be a little nerve-wracking. No one can push our buttons like family, right? When your sister asks why your 9-year-old isn’t reading yet or your uncle wants to Read More
Pass the Bean Dip
Over the years, moms have shared ways to cleverly remove themselves from awkward situations. One of these methods is frequently referred to as, “Pass the Bean Dip.” The saying was circulated a lot on message boards from the late 1990’s and early 2000’s. Some attribute the saying to someone named Joanne at The Well-Trained Mind Read More
When People Quiz Your Kids
We don’t live in an unschooling bubble, do we? Our kiddos have to get out there in the community and brush up with people who have no idea what we’re trying to do. And while that’s a good thing, in general, it can be tough when they’re faced with An Interrogator. Maybe it’s Aunt Jeannie Read More