Comments on: Socialization: Quality or Quantity?

By: Karen

Karen — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 19:09:46 +0000

Great post! It seems that when someone can think of no other intelligent argument against homeschooling, they then throw out the socialization issue in a very thoughtless and illogical manner.

By: Sherry

Sherry — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:21:26 +0000

I'm extremely selective with my children in regards to that as well.

By: Tonya

Tonya — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:55:13 +0000

Stopped over from the Carnival of Homeschooling. Enjoyed your post. It amazes me how much emphasis people place on socialization. We are currently traveling and normally the campground managers are older and retired. It blesses me when they remark on my teenagers ability to carry on a conversation with them and maintain eye contact. Ashamed, I'm reminded when I was their age, old people were just old people and no, I often didn't go out of my way to be helpful or carry on a conversation with them. Thankfully, homeschooling has allowed my children to receive proper socialization. Blessings!:)

By: billypandnikkysmom

billypandnikkysmom — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:47:03 +0000

I missed this one the other night ~ I think that if you are open and honest and provide a stable environment for the child or children then he/she will become a very well rounded person ~ homeschooled or traditional schooling, children learn by example and I think that your Munchkin is probably a pretty well rounded little girl and wll find her way just fine

By: eph2810

eph2810 — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 03:54:07 +0000

Although I never homeschooled our son, your thoughts totally make sense to me. Thank you for sharing. I am sure this will be helpful to parents that are ready to make the jump from public to homeschooling.

By: Jen

Jen — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 19:30:28 +0000

"What about socialization?" and isnt it amazing how many times we get asked

I know of one lady in particular who just doesnt get it. No matter how many times I try to explain it to her. She is adamant that B14 must be missing out on having friends. I totally agree that our youngsters are actually getting to know a lot of people of all ages Which is after all the way society is.

well written my friend

By: Holly

Holly — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 18:58:08 +0000

Great thoughts…love it! have a blessed day – Holly

By: Debra

Debra — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 14:41:38 +0000

What a thoughtful post! I love it.

By: Heather

Heather — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 14:40:57 +0000

I agree with your post! In most cases, homeschool children are really busy:)Homeschooling offers so many avenues for socialization--and just like public school children can be "too" busy after school and weekends, homeschool children can be easily inundated with too much activity!

This is a neat time period to be a homeschooler. There are so many things they can be a part of and having the internet makes it even easier for parents to know what is available for their children.

As you know, we recently moved, and that has caused me some sadness as we "lost" all our previous connections. But, I know it will not be long before we are plugged in again. I'll be blogging on this topic on my blog on Sunday!

By: Cindy Lou

Cindy Lou — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 12:28:28 +0000

I have heard that they have reduced the recess/social time for the children here in Georgia and I can tell you that my Bradley is gonna be social no matter what, but Britani would be just fine not have to talk to anyone she is so quiet!! To be twins they are so different!! I have heard that Homeschooled children have better social skills that those that attend public schools!! Great post…Love it!! Have a good day! Blessings from Georgia!!