Great Books to Read with Your Kids in March
March 2, 2024 from Raising Lifelong Learners
Just as the daffodils are starting to break through the dirt and everyone is adventuring more and more outside, we cannot forget to take advantage of all these amazing books! Between outdoor adventures, St. Patrick’s Day, and Dr. Seuss’ birthday, there are many titles to choose from this month. Check out these great books to read with your kids in March…
Captured Moments #23
March 2, 2024 from
Hello, dear friends! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend. I'm sharing this a bit later than usual because we embarked on a spontaneous snow-seeking adventure this morning. Our plan to visit a falconry center in Bath was dashed due to unexpected snow, much to the kids' disappointment we didn't get any! Determined to find some snowy fun, we headed north and eventually stumbled upon it (or at least a sprinkling).
You're Such a Star!
March 2, 2024 from
Parents are often told to praise their children. ‘Catch them behaving well!’ they’re told. ‘Tell them how proud you are of their good choices!’. It sounds innocuous – who could argue with praise? Positive, reinforcing, feel-good – surely an all-round nice thing? So it’s a mystery to parents when children come along whose response to praise is the opposite to what they expected.
Rethinking Education
March 1, 2024 from
In an era where the vitality of small businesses and industries is crucial to America's economic health and innovation, the impact of the public education system on the workforce and societal norms cannot be overstated. For 13 years, the traditional education model has largely focused on teaching students to follow authority and adhere strictly to instructions. While this approach may produce individuals who can follow directions, it does little to cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and the spirit of inquiry—qualities essential for the development of a society filled with free thinkers and problem solvers.
64. Burnout... Deschooling Grind Culture
March 1, 2024 from Radical Learning Talks
Burnout is real. And it’s no stranger to unschooling and/or running alternative education projects! But what does burnout even mean?! Well, it’s not just about being exhausted or simple tasks seeming impossible. It’s when your system actually starts breaking down and you begin loose cognitive functioning because you are operating well above your capacity or means.
The Unanticipated Problem with Sharing My Kids’ Lives Publicly
March 1, 2024 from Stories of an Unschooling Family
When my kids were younger, I constantly had my camera in my hand, watching out for photo opportunities. I wanted visual evidence of all our learning experiences for our homeschool records book. I also wanted lots of photos to go with my blog stories. We had a rule in our home: we had to check if it was okay to use photos of each other before sharing them online. We all could refuse permission for the publication of images of ourselves.
Amusement Day!
February 29, 2024 from Brave Writer
Could amusement be the antidote to weariness? I don’t know the evidence-based answer to that question. But does it matter if we know for sure? It’s worth the experiment! If burnout can be caused by chronic exposure to emotionally draining environments, then flip it. Fill your cup with some fun! So have an “Amusement Day!” Literally, put amusement on your calendar if you need to.
February Resource Round Up
February 29, 2024 from
Welcome to my monthly newsletter where I share our full homeschool/unschooling resource list! For context: I have 3 wonderful children aged 8, 6 and newly 3! We live full time in our 21 ft caravan and are travelling Australia, learning as we go.
Siblings, Episode 361
February 29, 2024 from Living Joyfully with Unschooling
In this episode, Pam, Anna, and Erika explore the sibling dynamic and some of the questions that come up when unschooling families navigate sibling relationships. We talk about letting go of expectations, watching out for casting our children in roles, understanding our own triggers, and how "fair" doesn't mean "equal."
Freedom to Learn Differently
February 28, 2024 from Alpine Valley School Podcast
In episode 59 of the Alpine Valley School podcast, we share an insightful interview with Addison Ault, a former special education teacher who has transitioned to a staff role at Alpine Valley School, a self-directed democratic school located in Denver. Addison shares her profound insights on supporting students with neurodiversity, drawing from her rich background in mainstream education.
[Podcast #226] The Internet and Parenthood with Jill Smokler of She’s Got Issues
February 28, 2024 from Brave Writer
The internet has been a great tool for creating community. It has given us ways to connect, commiserate, and even start entrepreneurial adventures. In the 90s, we were just figuring out blogs and message boards. Now, there is TikTok, Instagram, and going viral.
We unschool, and I support public school
February 28, 2024 from
After 4 years of unschooling, I’ve softened my views on all things somewhat. I never believed public school was the evil some homeschoolers think it is, and I’ve always bristled when homeschoolers target public school specifically, because frankly I have more issues with private schools (and issues in general with the school system).
Thriving Together | Creating Supportive Environments in Homeschooling
February 28, 2024 from Raising Lifelong Learners
As homeschoolers, we journey through an intriguing landscape of educational philosophy, parenting styles, and community involvement. This dynamic can leave us with questions about balancing community involvement, work, learning, and parenting simultaneously.
Which Wolf Do You Feed?
February 27, 2024 from Free Range Kids
This note about “news junkies” comes from a longtime friend of Free-Range Kids, Donald Christensen. Donald is a draftsman living in Brisbane, Australia, where he thinks about the forces that change cultures and minds. This is one of his websites, as is this. I loved this note he sent. So here it is, slightly edited!!
#58 Unravelling our own stories to raise empowered children, with Adrienne Miller in Vancouver
February 27, 2024 from The Unschool Space
My guest today is Adrienne Miller who lives in Vancouver with her husband and three children who are 10, 7 and 4. Adrienne was a teacher, and realised when her oldest child turned school age that it wasn’t a choice they wanted for him. After growing up in a strict, religious home, Adrienne also shares her journey of unravelling her deep conditioning, and the freedom it has given her and her family. And we chat about natural learning, trusting our children and lots more. I hope you enjoy the conversation.
Anxiety in Unschooling
February 27, 2024 from
My family has been unschooling for the last 5 years. It’s been a wild ride of highs and lows, and sometimes the hardest part is that there isn’t a manual or even real guidelines for how to go through this process with your kids. It’s largely the removal of curriculum that defines unschooling, but how that plays out in your family can look totally unique.
Unleashing Imagination
February 27, 2024 from
In the heart of our home and within our community offerings, open-ended resources stand as the steadfast cornerstone of play, weaving a tapestry of imaginative exploration across the diverse ages of our children. The artistry lies in keen observation, extending playful invitations, and embracing the simplicity of everyday objects over the allure of commercial acquisitions.
What's Your Attitude to Learning?
February 26, 2023 from
A school in Brighton and Hove has been in the news this week, because they rated their students on their “attitude to learning’ and then allowed those with the best scores preferential access to the school canteen at break times. Queues to buy food were ordered by attitude to learning scores. Those whose attitudes were rated worst went to the back of the queue.
When You Feel Like Yelling
February 26, 2024 from Brave Writer
When we raise our voices, we put our children’s nervous systems on high alert. Naturally. Automatically. We are big and powerful, and they are not. When frazzled, do you resort to shouting? Research into abusive anger—the kind that stings and lingers and leaves the other person feeling stunned—shows that it takes up to a year to recover. A year—for each incident!
The Learning Web: Weaving Dreams, Transforming Lives
February 25, 2024 from
In a world driven by tangible returns, "The Learning Web" emerges as a haven where investments transcend monetary metrics. Imagine a space where curiosity is the currency, creativity compounds interest, and the true wealth lies in the enduring prosperity of individuals and their communities. This is an invitation to become part of a vision that goes beyond traditional investment – a vision where the returns are measured in the richness of life experiences and the transformation of educational landscapes.
Thank you for sharing my resource round up! Excited to explore some of these other articles too ✨
I just wanted to say thanks I appreciate this collection every week