Have you ever questioned if there was more to education than standardized testing and the trappings of technology? Sharing passionately the belief that education is limited by standardized systems and programs, Ainsley Arment, invites families to join the call to be wild and free. This call is not a call to mayhem, rather it is a call to build a lifestyle where children are filled with wonder and creativity, where they learn because they want to, and more importantly at their own pace. Filled with opportunities, children are encouraged to discover through play and exploration. Nature, great books, and time to pursue their interests are at the heart of the wild and free lifestyle.
With the vision before us, the author then explores many of the questions and issues we face as homeschooling parents including the objections and myths, from socialization to college. She then leads you through simple questions to discover your homeschool style and spends time explaining numerous educational philosophies: Classical, Montessori, Charlotte Mason, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, and Unschooling. She also shares tips on how to find the rhythm that works for you family and how to create a family culture. The concluding section expands upon the wild and free philosophy and how you can apply it to the homeschooling path that fits your family. Expanding on the five values of the wild and free lifestyle: nature, the power of a story, pedagogy of play, curiosity, and wonder, she weaves together intentional practices that will free your homeschool journey and lifestyle. Whether exploring homeschooling or a veteran needing a fresh vision, the call to wild and free will inspire you to pursue a learning lifestyle. HC. 328 pgs. ~Deanne