What is Unschooling?
… resources to help you explore living and learning without school
Hi! I’m Pam Laricchia, author and long-time unschooling mom from Ontario, Canada.
My three now-adult children left school back in 2002 and I’ve been enthusiastically exploring unschooling ever since. My own unschooling journey has cycled between discomfort, exploration, and discovery, and I’ve written four books and many magazine articles about the fascinating things I’ve learned about unschooling and parenting along the way. I also host the weekly podcast, Exploring Unschooling, with more than 100 episodes in its archive, and I love working directly with unschooling parents through the online Childhood Redefined Unschooling Summit.
You’re welcome to join me as I share the sometimes messy but always valuable learning that has helped me move beyond many of the conventions of education and parenting and discover the engaged and joyful lifestyle that lies within our reach.
Resource #1: Get your free intro book, What is Unschooling?
Let me help you avoid frustrating missteps by organizing your introduction to the world of unschooling.
You’ll also find answers to many common questions. What is unschooling? How do children learn without school? Will it work for us? How do I get started?
By the end of the book, you’ll have a much better idea of whether unschooling can work for your family.
Resource #2: Subscribe to the podcast!
The weekly Exploring Unschooling podcast is a deep dive into interviews, information, and inspiration on a wide variety of unschooling-related topics. CLICK ON THE LOGO to check out the podcast archive—there are more than 100 episodes filled with unschooling goodness.
Resource #3: Read the blog, curated pages, and published articles.
New to unschooling? Some experience under your belt? Established unschooling lifestyle? I’ve been writing about unschooling for more than a decade, and that means lots of information for you! Check out the various resources below to see which might connect with you where you are right now on your unschooling journey.
Resource #4: Dive even deeper with my books!
On the book pages you’ll find more information about the book, some helpful reviews, and buy links.
Resource #5: Childhood Redefined: An Unschooling Summit.
The Summit is now online! If you would like to embark on a journey with us to a new way of seeing your child, check it out and sign up to stay in the loop. 
Resource #6: Listen to six years of free conference talks.
I hosted the Toronto Unschooling Conference for six years and I’m excited to share with you the speakers’ stories, insights, and inspiration.
Still need more help?
At the bottom of every page is a search bar—enter what you’re looking for and see what comes up!
And if you’d like to connect with me, feel free to get in touch through any of the various channels listed on my contact page.
... a home for engaged parents choosing to live joyfully with their children through unschooling. If you're passionate about exploring the world with your children, this site is for you. I'm Pam Laricchia, the author and owner of this site. Thanks for inviting me along on your unschooling journey!