I have hemmed and hawed about joining CC, Rebecca... but the memorization and structure totally bores me.
I wouldn't say I'm an un-schooler, but I do leave wiggle room for the kids to self-direct. My days are not rigid. My teaching style is definitely Charlotte Mason. We do a lot of hands-on stuff, free play/exploration and reading books not texts, but I do teach from curriculum to keep myself accountable and on track with their learning (My Father's World is my guide... a mix of unschooling, Charlotte Mason & Classical).
I think the thing that keeps me from un-schooling is the state standards here in FL for homeschoolers. We are required to have the kids tested/evaluated each year, and I do want them to be around their grade-level and able to sit down and do workbooks, etc. in case we decide it's best for them to go to school at some point.
I would love to hear more about your experience as an un-schooler, Michelle! I'm very interested to hear how it 'looks' in your school days.
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