Jumia Books Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School? by Blake Boles

Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School? by Blake Boles is a provocative and inspiring call to reimagine education in the 21st century. With clarity, passion, and deep respect for young people, Boles challenges the conventional  that school is the only—or even the best—path to success. Instead, he makes a compelling case for self-directed learning, autonomy, and alternative approaches that honor each child’s unique interests, pace, and potential.

Drawing from years of experience working with unschoolers, homeschoolers, and alternative education communities, Boles explores how traditional schooling often stifles curiosity, creativity, and real-world readiness. He argues that helping kids leave school isn’t about giving up on education—it’s about giving them the freedom to pursue it on their own terms.

The book offers practical guidance for parents, educators, and teens themselves, including how to build a personalized learning plan, find mentors, navigate legal and social hurdles, and prepare for adulthood without relying on standardized tests or rigid curricula. Boles also addresses common fears and misconceptions, offering reassurance and real-life examples of young people thriving outside the classroom.

Praised by Ted Dintersmith, author of What School Could Be, as a book that will “push you, provoke you, and quite possibly inspire you,” Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School? is essential reading for anyone ready to rethink education and embrace a more liberating, learner-centered future.