The Unschooling Unmanual |  | Authors: Nanda Van Gestel, Jan Hunt, Daniel Quinn, Rue Kream, Earl Stevens, Kim Houssenloge, John Holt, Mary Van Doren, Jason Hunt
Publisher: The Natural Child Project
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Pages: 91
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Dimensions (in): 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.4
ISBN: 0968575455
Dewey Decimal Number: 371.042
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Publication Date: February 4, 2008
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Product Description
Unschooling isn't a technique - it's living and learning naturally, lovingly, and respectfully together.The Unschooling Unmanual features 11 essays by 8 writers: Nanda Van Gestel, Jan Hunt, Daniel Quinn, Rue Kream, Kim Houssenloge, Earl Stevens, and Mary Van Doren. Through engaging personal stories, examples, and essays, the writers offer inspiration and encouragement for seasoned and prospective unschoolers alike. ''A concise, readable and accessible manifesto for natural learning and trust in children, The Unschooling Unmanual brings together contributions from eight authors in eleven very readable essays. The Unmanual is a great introduction to learning and unschooling for people coming from an educational perspective... at the same time it can be an invaluable confidence booster for people already on an unschooling journey.'' - Arun Pradhan, The Parenting Pit ''The Unschooling Unmanual is a unique and empowering book about the growing trend of unschooling. It is the book to give to doubtful or fearing partners and family as well as anyone considering or interested in this life.'' - Dayna Martin, Unschooling America
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Helped me find confidence to unschool January 22, 2009
KimonoMomo (San Francisco, California, USA)
19 out of 20 found this review helpful
I started unschooling my son this year and have faced more well meaning people who think I'm ruining my son's education than I could have ever expected. Public school teachers, grandparents, childless friends, etc. all seem to think that the only effective way for a child to learn is to sit still for hours at a time and be force fed information. That might work for some people, but others find more to learn from being free to ask questions, make mistakes and explore the world around them on their own time.
This book is a welcome reassurance that we're on the right track in following our instincts, learning at our own pace and stretching our imaginations to reach beyond the limits of a public school education. Unschooling may not be for everyone (my other child is still in public school and happy with it for now), but for those of us who just need an emotional boost now and then, reading a short essay or two from this collection will do wonders.
Not exactly a manual or even a guide book (because unschooling isn't about rules), this little tome is a pick-me-up and a love letter to families who seek to learn from the world around them, not just a text book.
Great for Dads! July 17, 2008
Joseph Martin (Madison, NH United States)
24 out of 27 found this review helpful
My wife offered me the "Unschooling Unmanual" to check out a few months ago. At first I thought, "Oh no, not another book that will take me forever to get through." Once I opened it and started reading it though, I was so suprised that it was such an easy read. I loved how it has different essays so you can read one each day if you want. I learned so much from this book in such a short amount of time.
If you are unsure about Unschooling and parenting without punishments you have to read this book. It helped me so much as a father to understanding Unschooling from so many different perspectives.
I never thought I would be the type of person to recommend a parenting book to someone, but this book is the one I tell all of my Dad-buddies about. It really helped me "Get it" on a deeper level.
Joe Martin
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Confidence in a book July 12, 2008
Alexandra Polikowsky (Minnesota)
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
This book will make parents that have been unschooling long or parents that are new to the concept to feel confident in what they are doing.
Its great for spouses that may not be totally on board, or grandparents that have lots of questions.
Its the kind of book to re-read when you need a confidence boost of have any doubts creeping up.
Its a must for new unschoolers and a great read for "old" unschoolers.
The unschooling unmanual July 8, 2008
Josephine Smyth (Schottland)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
This book is just fantastic. It is a collection of articles and ideas and insights. It is wonderful to read and just reminds you that what you are doing is truely the best. I just love the ideas and the power behind this book. I would even recommend it to people who have not a clue about unschooling. Easy - fast read and a must.......
Excellent Essays that Explain the Unschooling Path June 26, 2009
Julie L. Rogers (Naperville, IL United States)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
The book is a treasure for those that are seeking a path to learning that is from the heart. Many of us have had our internal voice let us know that the path most traveled does not feel right when it comes to our children's education but we often don't know what to do. I know I studied many different educational methods before I found unschooling. When I did, I not only felt at home, but at peace. In these essays, you will hear from many parents who explain what unschooling means to them. You will learn that trusting your child and providing loving support are some of the most important components to creating a natural love of learning. My daughter is 6 1/2 and I continue to be amazed with her ability to connect with people of all ages. I believe by living we learn about life's greatest lessons. I've learned that I have much to learn from my children. It's an exciting adventure not only for your children, but your whole family. You will grow together and become closer as a family. Enjoy this book. It's a gem.
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