Originally Posted by islandofapples
I'm becoming interested in this and I'm wondering how it works for those who do it.

I'm completely intrigued by this school- http://www.sudval.org/

I love the idea of just letting my daughter follow her interests, where ever they may lead. I'd rather spend whatever money we set aside for school on her interests, instead of curriculum or other materials.

But is it just lazy homeschooling? ;D

In some states homeschooling parents must write a letter to the school district each year outlining what will be taught. I don't see how complete unschooling would be feasible in those states.

Children don't know what they need to know, so I am dubious of complete unschooling. However, a benefit of homeschooling is that may take only 2 or 3 hours a day in the early grades, so the child does have a lot of time to pursue her own interests.

"To see what is in front of one's nose needs a constant struggle." - George Orwell