Its Not All Academic

One of the most-voiced concerns surrounding homeschooling includes a word so overused that it has almost lost its meaning socialization. While researching this book, I typed What does socialization mean into a well-known search engine. Of course I knew what the word meant, but I wanted to learn more about what the rest of the world thought it meant. 

As with the puppy, the socialization of a child is best achieved when the child is exposed to a variety of experiences, people, and philosophies. A child can be taught at school, and can socialize, but true socialization is an ongoing process that often occurs outside the brick and mortar of institutional walls. 

Even if there is no local Boy or Girl Scout troop in your area, your child may be able to be a Scout. To learn more about Scouting, you can inquire locally or check the group s individual websites  

check out your local 4-H chapter as well as Jane Goodall s Roots and Shoots programs. These are excellent groups to tie into your science and social studies curricula. 

There are many opportunities for your child to interact with peers through sports and athletics. Some of the more obvious opportunities present themselves in community baseball/softball, basketball, soccer, and football leagues. If your child is too old for these leagues, check into some of the special leagues formed for older children. 

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