Huge List kids can use learn math: Unschool style

Posted on 30 March, 2020 by Chrissie — No Comments ↓

I created, a huge list that kids can use to learn math, Unschool style. My family has homeschooled or Unschooled for over 10 years. We have learned math in many different ways, styles, and methods. Over the years we have had fun inventive ways to make learning fun. A little about Unschooling Unschooling is self-directed learning that puts the child control. We as parents are here to help them along the way or lead them Continue reading →

How do you deal with co-op class your kids hate

Posted on 1 October, 2018 by Chrissie — No Comments ↓

You found a co-op class that you think your kids will love. Bonus, it will prepare them for the future. The problem, you already paid for it, and it wasn’t cheap. Now your kids hate it and won’t stop whining. So, how do you deal with a co-op class your kids’ hate? That my friends may be the ultimate question. I signed my kids up for the homeschool Dave Ramsey class with a church-affiliated group. Continue reading →

Our first day Unschooling High School started with a huge splash

Posted on 14 August, 2018 by Chrissie — No Comments ↓

Our first day of Unschooling High school was more fun than our last day of school, which was yesterday. This was actually our second or third day, but whos counting. We homeschool all year and everyday looks a little different. What did your first official school day look like? We started the first day of Unschooling High school by eating breakfast at our favorite restaurant, Sun Rise Cafe, followed by tubing, a boat ride where Continue reading →

Random words of wisdom about Unschooling and our 10 seconds of fame

Posted on 22 March, 2017 by Chrissie — No Comments ↓

As many of you know our little family got 10 seconds of fame this week by being interviewed for the Good Housekeeping Magazine. I have to say I was a little excited and worried that this would be another piece on how awful unschooling can be. To my surprise, Caroline did an amazing job and was a very positive piece. My Kids Don’t “Do” School and I’m Okay With It However, I wanted to clear Continue reading →

How to became a small business owner at age 12

Posted on 8 February, 2017 by Chrissie — No Comments ↓

Really, Isabelle, my daughter became a small business owner and sells her jewelry on Amazon Handmade. She really started this two years ago but this year she decided to get serious. Any child or adult can own their own business, make a product and sell it online. Now, will it pay your bills, let you quit that job? Honestly, that is up to you and how much you work to make your dreams come true. Continue reading →

Edible Science: Make color changing Sugar Cookies

Posted on 15 December, 2016 by Chrissie — No Comments ↓

Color Changing Sugar Cookies are not only a fun science project but yummy to eat. It was so cool seeing the dough change colors right before our eyes. I have to honest here, they are no the best cookies I have ever had but keep in mind we are adding cabbage juice to the mixture. Please feel free to adjust this recipe to your taste buds. I started with a sugar cookie recipe and edited Continue reading →