'Unschooling' movement has parents teaching kids outside of classrooms

Education Trends - Unschooling is a style of learning that relies on self-directed education, letting children learn through their own interests in their everyday environment [2] - Homeschooling in America has more than doubled since 2019, with nearly 6% of school-aged children now being homeschooled [6] - Some education experts argue unschooling can lead to gaps in foundational skills and limited socialization [7] Family & Lifestyle Considerations - The Kramer family has adopted unschooling, with parents working from home and children learning through daily outings and games [1][2][3][4] - The Kramer family spends approximately 5 to 6 hours a day outside [4] - The Kramer family addresses the concern of children only wanting to do leisure activities by setting boundaries and making learning fun [5][9] Criticisms and Considerations - Unschooling may not be suitable for every child or parent, requiring a parent who can facilitate learning well and a child who is self-directed [7][8] - Unschooling doesn't mean no boundaries, parents need to set rules [9]