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How long does deschooling last?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Alex Polikowsky Oct 13, 2012. 9 Replies 0 Likes
So we have only been unschooling since school let out in May. I have an 8 yr old that went to K, 1st, and 2nd. Also, a 6 yr old that went to K, a preschooler that does go to preschool 2 days a week…Continue
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Alex Polikowsky replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"Involvement does not equal imposing limits or schedules.Routines that flow and are flexible can be great for some kids and some adults.
If you put a computer limit because you arbitrarily think they need to be doing something else that would…"
Meredith replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"Some people naturally like routines - and those people will tend to have routines whether they are imposed or not. My mother in law loved her work routine and absolutely didn't want to retire, only to have the company she worked for go under…"
Rachel Shepherd replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"I really appreciate everyones feedback on this. I absolutely loved what Alex just wrote. I think I have been thinking that unschooling is meant to be very unstructured "free time" I do much better with a routine and so do my children I…"
Alex Polikowsky replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"I wrote this awhile ago and it may help you with some of the things you wrote:Unschooling is not about letting children take care of themselves or work things out alone or without help and guidance, it is not letting them do whatever they…"
Joyce Fetteroll replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"*** Anyway my kids seem to have a hard time finding things to do.***
If they're having a hard time finding things to do, then it's not something they can do. See their behavior as communication about what they can and can't do, what…"
Rachel Shepherd replied to Doris Gantenbein's discussion Penpals with real Unschooler from all over the world"Hi there. I just sent you a friend request so we can chat about penpals!
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Rachel Shepherd replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"I guess I'm just kind of wondering if kids that are unschooled are better at addressing the issue of "I'm bored" I see it in my 8 yr old moreso than the others and I wonder if it because she is so used to being told what to do."
Rachel Shepherd replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"I do own the book playful parenting. Great book! I guess my biggest frusturation is when I do try and "play" with them they usually turn up there noses at me. They would rather play computer all day. Guess my idea of what unschooling…"
Meredith replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"Parents need more deschooling than kids - at least a year of deschooling for basic things, and then the rest of your kids' childhoods you'll find little pockets of school and schoolish expectations left in your head. Right now, you still…"
laura bowman replied to Rachel Shepherd's discussion How long does deschooling last?"if deschooling is your concern start here: http://sandradodd.com/deschooling
it sounds a lot like you might be overwhelmed with having 4 young kids home full time now. it's been a long time since mine were those ages but what i remember is…"
Rachel Shepherd posted a discussionHow long does deschooling last?
So we have only been unschooling since school let out in May. I have an 8 yr old that went to K, 1st, and 2nd. Also, a 6 yr old that went to K, a preschooler that does go to preschool 2 days a week and a 2 yr old. Anyway my kids seem to have a hard time finding things to do. I suggest, I put things in front of them, and of course we go all sorts of interesting places. BUT I just hate, loathe actually, feeling like I am part of the entertainment committee nonstop. I suggest to my 8 yr old to go…See More
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- Gracie, Ava, Breck, Jesse
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- At 2:59pm on October 16, 2012,
Doris Gantenbein said… Dear Rachel
I am looking forward to read from you!
Lovely greetings from Switzerland.
Doris
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