That’s what my daughter’s 6th grade language arts teacher said. She was referring to my daughter’s proclamation that she had taught herself to read. It was true, she had taught herself. I read to her almost daily (never in 20 … Continue reading
A member of a group I’m in recently asked: Are there any Unschooling related documentaries I can watch on netflix? There seemed to be a lot of interest in this topic, and a lot of great input from readers. … Continue reading
I’m often awestruck when I hear what it costs for the state to operate public schools. In my state, I heard it was around $5000 per child. That just blows me away. I realize schools have administration expenses, custodial expenses … Continue reading
Apparently, and rightfully so, Curtis Bowen’s mother was a bit pissed (but admirably organized) when she wrote a 40 page letter to the school district outlining the violation of her son. It all goes sort of surreal, however, when she … Continue reading
In order to fully understand what Mortimer Adler is talking about in his essay General Education vs Vocational Education, we must understand the historical and cultural context from which he is speaking. Modern readers who misunderstand this context are likely … Continue reading
Two metaphors that have evolved to reflect the workings of the human mind are “a child’s brain is like a sponge” and “the brain is like a computer.” Although well-intentioned, the limitations of these models have resulted in educational practices … Continue reading
by John Taylor Gatto from The Underground History of American Education I want you to consider the frightening possibility that we are spending far too much money on schooling, not too little. I want you to consider that we have … Continue reading
by Christian D. Larson Promise Yourself To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet. To make all your friends feel that there is something in … Continue reading
A middle school mom, Ann Wentworth of Fon du Lac Wisconsin wants these books banned from her daughter’s school district. She’s petitioned the school (at the expense of local taxpayers) and lost the first request for censorship. She keeps adding … Continue reading
Five Reasons to Stop Saying “Good Job!” By Alfie Kohn Hang out at a playground, visit a school, or show up at a child’s birthday party, and there’s one phrase you can count on hearing repeatedly: “Good job!” Even tiny … Continue reading