Boom

One definition of BOOM is a period of great prosperity or rapid growth.  In unschooling, I see this happen.  A boom in learning happens often in this relaxed environment without academic pressure to perform and compete with peers.  

I have seen this boom of learning happen in two different ways, passionate dedication to learning more and after a break from the subject.  It is important to note that you must be open to learning happening and trusting that your child is doing his/her best.  

First, with a passionate dedication to the subject matter there is that rapid growth that can only happen through curious interest.  With this curiosity leading the learning, connections will continue to show themselves and further the learning.  Those connections can spur one on to further reading, viewing, and exploring.  

The other way is after a break.  I know that seems counter-intuitive, but I have seen booms in learning after a dedicated break.  Allowing my kids to release the stress of perfect handwriting, spelling, or memorizing math facts, to play games, draw/diagram, and read.  I was surprised to find vast improvements in these areas.  

Just something to ponder, notice, and observe as you take the journey with your family on this unschooling path.