So, what is unschooling?
Unschooling is actually a term coined by John Holt in the '70s. Much like other things, it is a rather flexible term but the general idea is that learning happens without a curriculum. Unschooling is often...
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Juni Learning is an award-winning online Computer Science, Mathematics, and English academy that offers private courses and 1:1 instruction for kids ages 8-18. All classes are...
When my daughter started preschool for the first time we were so worried, would she be scared, would she make friends, and most of all was she safe? But this school year was a whole different experience for my...
Created by Stanford graduates Ruby Lee and Vivian Chen, Juni Learning’s innovative curriculum and mentorships are designed to inspire lifelong learners. Their computer science, math, and English classes are personalized and delivered through thoughtful, 1:1 matching of students with...
This summer, ignite your kids’ curiosity, passion, and a deep appreciation for story sharing, storytelling, and story-making in all its forms at Camp Half-Blood! Basking in the Bay Area sun, campers (a.k.a. Demigods) will embark on their journey toward...
According to the California Homeschool Network, what we associate with today's homeschool model began in the 1960's, however, families have been educating their children at home for hundreds of years. They state that "Homeschooling is an educational option in...
Believe it or not, remote learning is not new. Schools have had to institute remote learning during recovery periods for natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires and also during other traumatic events that affect an entire school...
Editor's Note: We sat down with our favorite pediatrician, Dr. Julia Getzelman from Getzwell Pediatrics, and asked (pestered) her with all of our latest questions on COVID-19, vaccines, in-person schooling, and more. See what she says below!
Has MRNA vaccine technology...
We thought this day would never come, but it’s happening. Ilse’s school is reopening in April, and we couldn’t be more thrilled and relieved. Once again, the “first day” jitters are settling in. This time, the jitters are a...
Editor's Note: This is part 2 of 2 posts. Read part 1 here.
Books
I was a bookworm when I was in grade school and college so I happen to appreciate traditional learning with books. Alas, not all books are created...
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