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Let Go of the Lesson Plans: Embracing Real-Life Learning This Winter!

If you’ve ever wondered how to move beyond a rigid curriculum and embrace more real-life, curiosity-led learning, this episode is for you. Winter is the perfect time to ease into a new approach, where everyday moments become opportunities for discovery and connection.

This week, I'm sharing practical ways to use the season as a natural framework for learning. From exploring science in snowy activities to cozy storytelling that nurtures creativity, I’ll show you how to reframe “school” into something joyful and meaningful—even for those who feel unsure about leaving traditional methods behind.

💡 Need more help bringing this vision to life?

❄️ The Winter Seasonal Unschooling Guide is packed with hands-on activities, real-world connections, and ideas for making learning flow naturally—no textbooks required! Get yours now and see how easy it can be to lean into the magic of winter.
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Seasonal-Unschooling-Guide-Winter

Strewing Calendar
If you like the idea of holidays and a month full of celebrations - you'll find so many learning opportunities in the Strewing Calendar subscription. At less than $5/month, it's a steal!
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/strewing-calendars

Unschooling 101 - On Sale in January!
https://suepatterson-unschooling.thinkific.com/courses/Unschooling101
Get the step-by-step strategy to start unschooling right away!

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• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

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“If I can just get them to read, I’ll finally relax.”
Sound familiar? So many parents feel the pressure to make reading happen now, especially when schools label kids as "behind" as early as first grade.

But here’s the truth: reading is NOT the Holy Grail of learning. It’s just one of many ways kids grow and explore the world. In this episode, I’ll help you reframe the reading timeline and explore how learning happens in countless other ways—even before (or without) fluent reading.

You’ll discover:
✅ Why reading milestones aren’t as rigid or essential as they seem
✅ How unschooling gives kids the freedom to learn on their own timeline
✅ Practical ideas to create a literacy-rich environment without the pressure

🎧 Listen now and discover how unschooling helps your child learn without rigid timelines.

Mentioned Resources:
📘 The Reading Guide – Creative ideas to build a literacy-rich environment without the stress.
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Learning-to-Read

🌟 Everything Counts – A guide to spotting and celebrating learning in all its forms.
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Everything-Counts-Ebook

🖥️ Go to the Blog - Read the transcript
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/reading-is-not-the-holy-grail

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• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

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Unschooling Red Flags: January Signals You Shouldn’t Ignore

Are fears creeping in on your unschooling journey?
In this episode of the Unschooling Mom2Mom podcast, Sue Patterson helps parents identify "red flags" that pop up when doubts arise, like
"Are they learning enough?" or "Am I doing enough?"

Whether you're new to unschooling or have been at it a while, this episode offers guidance to tackle these worries, break free from school conditioning, and strengthen your confidence.

Learn actionable steps to quiet those nagging doubts, foster joy in the journey, and connect more deeply with your kids.

Explore practical resources like Sue’s “Am I Doing Enough” guide, deschooling tools, and her supportive membership group for ongoing encouragement. Don’t let red flags hold you back 🚩—listen now!
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UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES

Unschooling Guide: Am I Doing Enough?
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Am-I-Doing-Enough

Unschooling Guide: Deschooling
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Deschooling

Unschooling Teen Resources
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/category/Teens

Join the Membership! (No sign up fee)
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/podcast-friends

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Free Email List with weekly unschooling resources

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• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

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Are you considering unschooling but wondering how to make it work for your family? In this episode, Sue Patterson—unschooling coach and mentor since the 1990s—shares a practical, step-by-step strategy to help you confidently navigate the transition away from traditional schooling.

Discover how unschooling fosters connection, creativity, and curiosity while addressing the real-world challenges parents face, from setting up an unschooling-friendly home to overcoming fears and doubts.

Sue dives into the importance of deschooling for parents, tackling internal work, and handling outside judgment, all while showing how to create a personalized unschooling “curriculum” that fits your family’s unique needs.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, battling self-doubt, or simply want actionable tips to get started, this episode has everything you need to start your unschooling journey with clarity and purpose.

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Grab your spot today and start building a joyful, unschooling lifestyle.
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Discount Code: Jan2025

🎧 Tune in to unlock the tools and mindset shifts that will transform your family’s approach to learning!

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Free Email List with weekly unschooling resources

Like what you're hearing? Want to buy Sue a cup of coffee?
Now you can!
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• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

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Are you curious about unschooling or looking for support on your journey?

In this special year-end episode, I’m Sue Patterson, and I’m reflecting on an incredible year with the Unschooling Mom2Mom community.

We’ll dive into how unschooling parents in my private membership group overcame fears, embraced real-life learning, and discovered creative ways to help their kids thrive—whether it was making math stress-free, translating unschooling into progress reports, or finding harmony with skeptical spouses.

Learn how connection, community, and confidence make all the difference in creating a joyful unschooling experience for your family. Plus, I’ll share details about the special 6-month membership package designed to support you through the spring and to the end of the school year.

If you’re ready to let go of school-conditioned thinking and embrace a child-centered, play-based approach to learning, this episode is for you. Let’s make unschooling work for your unique family in the new year!

Happy New Year and Happy Unschooling!

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UNSCHOOLING RESOURCES:
mentioned in this episode

• Unschooling Guide:
  New Year's Workbook for Unschoolers
  
  
• Creating Confidence Membership - 6-month package!
  Full Unschooling Support from January-June 2025!
  
  
  

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As always, reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family!
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• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

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Let's use this weird week between Christmas and New Years as an opportunity to make a shift to an educational path that will actually work!

Sue Patterson shares ideas for how to use this "liminal space" as your chance to pause, reflect and maybe see how shifting toward unschooling could be the solution to what happened in the last semester.
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Creating Confidence Membership
End of Year Special
6-months of Support - ONLY $240!
$40/mo instead of $49/month

NEED A QUICK CALL WITH SUE?
http://www.suepatterson.as.me/December-discount
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Or, for unschoolers who are marking the end of the year, here are some tools that can help you!

• New Year's Workbook for Unschoolers https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/A-New-Years-Workbook-for-Unschoolers
  
  
• New Year's Eve - Video Interviews
  https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/New-Years-Video-Interviews
  
  New Year's Bundle - get both, save $10!
  https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/New-Years-Bundle
  
  (these are all included in the membership...)
  
  

Support the show

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As always, reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family!
You don't have to do this alone!

Free Email List with weekly unschooling resources

Like what you're hearing? Want to buy Sue a cup of coffee?
Now you can!
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• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

Text Sue what you think!

Join the Creating Confidence Community - Sue Patterson's private membership group for coaching, community, exclusive resources and connection with other parents. Only $49/month - no sign up fee for podcast listeners!

Talk with Sue 1:1 - December offers discounted coaching calls http://www.suepatterson.as.me/december-discount

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Tonight's special Winter Solstice episode is all about seeing the learning that's happening naturally in winter. You don't have to worry that you didn't finish those chapters or lesson plans, shifting your perspective will SHOW you that real life is offering so many opportunities to learn!

If you'd like to dive deeper, the new 71-page Seasonal Unschooling Guide: Winter is available! Special holiday pricing until December 25th - it's only $15!
Learn more about what's included here.
(Also, remember that the Creating Confidence Community gets ALL the guides as part of their membership - they already have this!!)

Seasonal Unschooling Resources
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/seasonal-unschooling

Support the show

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As always, reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family!
You don't have to do this alone!

Free Email List with weekly unschooling resources

Like what you're hearing? Want to buy Sue a cup of coffee?
Now you can!
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• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com

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Are you ready for the questions about unschooling that always seem to come up at holiday gatherings? In this episode, we’re diving into strategies to confidently and calmly handle the curiosity, concerns, and critiques from family and friends.

From preparing your kids for the common questions to navigating the worries that may be lobbed your way, this episode equips you with quick answers and thoughtful responses.

BLACK FRIDAY DEALS
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23 Unschooling Guides designed to help you conquer fears, address doubts, and thrive in your unschooling journey. 75% off this week only!
https://suepatterson-unschooling.thinkific.com/courses/guides

Annual Membership Price Slashed!
Regularly $49/month, get this for only $29/month!!!!! What a steal!
https://www.unschoolingmom2mom.com/product/Annual-Membership-Black-Friday-Sale


Download Sue’s free Holiday Prep Worksheet here
https://unschooling-mom2mom.kit.com/b5b223393d

Let’s get ready to turn those tricky holiday conversations into opportunities to shine!

Support the show

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As always, reach out if you need help figuring out how unschooling can work for your family!
You don't have to do this alone!

Free Email List with weekly unschooling resources

Like what you're hearing? Want to buy Sue a cup of coffee?
Now you can!
Buy Me a Coffee

• Creating Confidence Membership Group
  Podcast listeners can join without the sign up fee - so use this link!
• Jumping Into Unschooling Course (for new unschoolers)
• Math WITHOUT Curriculum Course (for those worrying about unschooling math!)
• Private 1:1 Coaching with Sue

www.UnschoolingMom2Mom.com