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48: Blake Boles | Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids To School?


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Blake Boles is an unschooling advocate and author of the book 'Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids To School' he also runs transformative teen programs called Unschool Adventures.

In this episode, we also explore the transformative power of alternative education. We examine the conventional education system's limitations and champion personalized learning paths, inspired by notable educational theorists. As Blake, we have diverged from traditional career paths, and together we share our experiences and the growth that stems from independence and stepping outside one's comfort zone.

Our discussion ventures into parenting, challenging the current trend of being overprotective. We advocate for a balanced approach to parenting and education, emphasizing the importance of listening to and supporting our children's unique paths. 

This conversation promises to be an enlightening exploration of self-directed learning, the joys of adventure, and the art of nurturing young minds for a diverse and vibrant educational future.

🗓️ Recorded December 11th, 2023. 📍Mexico City, Mexico

 ▬ Connect with Blake Boles ▬

  • Website: https://www.blakeboles.com/
  • Website: https://www.unschooladventures.com/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blaketotheboles/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unschooladventures/
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unschool.adventures
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blake.boles

Books by Blake Boles

  • Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School?
  • The Art of Self-Directed Learning
  • Better Than College: How to Build a Successful Life Without a Four-Year Degree
  • College Without High School: A Teenager’s Guide to Skipping High School and Going to College

Other books mentioned in this episode:

  • Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think - By Hans Rosling
  • The Gardener and the Carpenter: What the New Science of Child Development T

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