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Summer has a funny way of making homeschooling parents feel like they should have a plan. Even unschooling parents can start worrying about filling the time, finding a routine, or doing... more.
Being between one school year and the next can feel surprisingly uncomfortable. Maybe it's the extra space.
In this episode, we're exploring why those in-between seasons make us want to rush into decisions—to buy something, fix something, or make a plan—and why slowing down to observe your child may bring more clarity than planning ever could.
It's almost as if creating a plan will fill the space and stop the worrying.

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When your kid won't get off screens, even a simple request can quickly turn into a battle. 
Many homeschooling and unschooling parents find themselves caught in this frustrating pattern. What starts as "time for dinner" or "we need to leave" suddenly becomes an argument, leaving everyone wondering why it escalated so quickly.
In this episode, Sue Patterson explores why screen time battles happen, what children experience when they're deeply engaged in gaming, and how understanding those transitions can help reduce conflict without relying on more rules or consequences.

In this episode you'll learn:
Why screen time battles escalate so quickly
What children experience when they're deeply engaged in video games and gaming
Why transitions away from screens can feel so difficult
How repeated conflicts create predictable family patterns
Practical ways to reduce power struggles around screen time
Why understanding your child's perspective often changes everything
Whether you're homeschooling, unschooling, or simply trying to create a healthier relationship with screens, this episode will help you understand why these moments happen—and how to make them feel less like a battle.

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What if fear is influencing more of your homeschooling decisions than you realize?
When we're anxious about our children's future, it's easy to mistake fear for wisdom and urgency for insight.

In this episode, Sue Patterson explores how fear can cloud our judgment, shape our homeschooling decisions, and make it difficult to separate what we're actually observing from what we're afraid might happen.
If you've ever wondered whether you're responding to your child—or to your fear—this episode is for you.

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They're playing all the time - is there anything worthwhile that we can count for homeschooling transcript? 
The answer may surprise you. 
In this episode, Sue Patterson explores how gaming can support learning in subjects like history, science, math, philosophy, leadership, and communication—and shares real examples of how those experiences can be documented on a transcript.
Many parents worry that gaming is "just entertainment," especially when their teen spends hours immersed in Minecraft, Civilization, Kerbal Space Program, Factorio, Discord communities, or competitive gaming. But when you look beyond the label and focus on what a student is actually learning, a very different picture begins to emerge.
In this episode, you'll discover:
• How to identify academic learning hidden inside gaming interests
• Real examples of transcript-worthy subjects connected to video games
• Why philosophy, ethics, history, science, and math often show up through gaming
• How leadership and communication skills develop in online communities
• Why "video games" isn't a course title—but can lead to many legitimate high school credits
• Tips for translating interest-led learning into transcript language
Whether you're homeschooling, unschooling, or creating a non-traditional high school transcript, this episode will help you recognize learning that may already be happening right in front of you.
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Are you wondering whether it's time to make a change in your child's education?
Many parents spend the whole summer questioning what's working, what's not, and whether a different approach to learning might be a better fit for their family. Some are considering leaving the school system. Others are rethinking traditional homeschooling. Still others are exploring unschooling for the first time.
They aren't just looking for answers about academics, motivation, socialization, or learning gaps. They're trying to decide what comes next—and what they need to know before making a change.
In this episode of Unschooling Mom2Mom, Sue Patterson explores the questions parents often ask when considering homeschooling, unschooling, or a more individualized approach to learning, and shares how coaching can help families move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
You'll hear stories from parents who:
• Had a teen who seemed interested only in gaming
• Felt like their child didn't fit the traditional homeschooling mold
• Were curious about unschooling but afraid to make the leap
• Needed reassurance that they weren't ruining their children
• Wanted a clearer path forward before the new school year began
Whether you're new to homeschooling, curious about unschooling, transitioning away from curriculum, or simply looking for reassurance, this episode will help you approach the new school year with more confidence and less stress.
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