Monthly Archives: December 2011

Laughter & a Typical Day

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Amy

“Tell us about your typical day.” People who want to talk to us about unschooling always request that we tell them about a typical day.   It’s my least favorite question, because I know that in their head, whatever I … Continue reading →

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The Spirit of Christmas

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Amy

The Setting:   Ben’s room yesterday evening as I was saying good-night.   Him under the covers, lights out, with me snuggled next to him.   (In case you don’t know, he’s 7.) Ben:  Mama? Me:  Yes? Ben:  (Ducking his … Continue reading →

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Some stuff I’m enjoying, and maybe you will too…

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Amy

BOOKS 98% of the books I’ve been reading lately are of the YA genre. (That’s Young Adult, in case you’re unfamiliar.)   It’s a label that should never stop someone of the OA (Older Adult) variety from picking one up. … Continue reading →

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On changing paradigms, with help from Sir Ken Robinson

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Amy

My post tonight is about changing the paradigm of education & learning in our culture.   Sometimes before I begin writing about a particular topic I do a little on line research, to see what others are saying or if … Continue reading →

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On structure and my good news

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Amy

No, it’s not a book deal. But speaking of books, remember Michael Ellsberg?   If you’ve been reading this blog for even a few weeks, then you do, because I’ve devoted several posts to him and his new book, Education of … Continue reading →

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My day of extremes

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Amy

After a month of blogging with no days off as part of NaNoBloMo  (National November Blogging Month) in which bloggers commit to post every day, I had decided earlier today that tonight I’d give myself a break. But then my … Continue reading →

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