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Looking to meet others in my area
Started this discussion. Last reply by Meredith Sep 11, 2011. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I'd like to meet some families in my area who do Radical Unschooling. I live in Northern Virginia, close to DC. Anyone have some thoughts about how I go about doing that? I'm on an Unschooling list…Continue
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Frank Maier Aug 18, 2011. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, I just read Sandra Dodd's Big Book of Unschooling. I'm very, very intrigued and trying to learn. In the book, Sandra says, limitations create need and freedom creates intelligent choices. …Continue
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Bonnie Boverman replied to Bonnie Boverman's discussion Looking to meet others in my area"Meredith, thanks for replying to me. I looked on the world#us page you gave me, but I didn't see Virginia or DC. Am I missing something? Thanks.
Bonnie. : )"
Meredith replied to Bonnie Boverman's discussion Looking to meet others in my area"Bonnie, you might try asking in the "Virginia RUNners" group or the "DC and Baltimore area" group and see if there's anyone in your area.
Also, do you know this page of links:
http://sandradodd.com/world#us
It looks like…"
Bonnie Boverman posted a discussionLooking to meet others in my area
I'd like to meet some families in my area who do Radical Unschooling. I live in Northern Virginia, close to DC. Anyone have some thoughts about how I go about doing that? I'm on an Unschooling list serve, but when I asked about meeting radical unschoolers I didn't get any positive reactions. Thanks for any tips or thoughts. BonnieSee More
Frank Maier replied to Bonnie Boverman's discussion Trying to Learn"I touched on this a little bit in a blog post last year: http://pvmaro.blogspot.com/2010/06/what-is-art-asked-jesting-pilate-and.html
My kids are older but the science behind the law of marginal utility (discussed by Pam and others) is…"
Meredith replied to Bonnie Boverman's discussion Trying to Learn"I think the "well balanced life" thing is a big issue for my husband.
Maybe you can introduce him to a crafts-person or small business owner, a professional musician or athlete ;) Those people tend not to have very…"
Bonnie Boverman replied to Bonnie Boverman's discussion Trying to Learn"Sandra, thank you for taking the time to respond to me. I really appreciate it. If it were up to me entirely, I may have tried the experiment with my son already. I don't like what the force and limits could do to my…"
Sandra Dodd replied to Bonnie Boverman's discussion Trying to Learn"-=-Where could I find examples of three year olds making intelligent choices about television freedom?-=-
At your house, if you let them.
But don't think of it as "intelligent choices" because I think you have the idea that a…"
Bonnie Boverman posted a discussionTrying to Learn
Hi, I just read Sandra Dodd's Big Book of Unschooling. I'm very, very intrigued and trying to learn. In the book, Sandra says, limitations create need and freedom creates intelligent choices. Where could I find examples of three year olds making intelligent choices about television freedom? Thanks for any time and attention with my inquiry.Bonnie : ) See More
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- what does "radical unschooling" mean to you?
- I am trying to learn about radical unschooling. I think it means trusting children more. I want a way to be with my son that is good for our relationship, his happiness, and his learning.
- how long have you been unschooling or homeschooling?
- I only have one 3 year old. He doesn't currently go to school.
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- Jacob 3 years old
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- I am a stay-at-home mom. I have worked as a social worker before being a mom. I am joining this group to meet other like-minded people and learn from them.
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