> Dealing with Socialization

Another Socialization Myth Debunked
Another Socialization Myth Debunked - Homeschool Socialization. Guest article by Lisa Cabello. As homeschool parents, one of the issues that often comes up is that our children are deprived from joining the school sports team and thereby we, as their parents, are depriving our children from having fun, making friends and learning good sportsmanship.

Life is Not a Number 2 Pencil
Life is Not a Number 2 Pencil - Homeschool Socialization. Guest article by Lisa Cabello. I believe children should have freedom to learn without the negative distractions that are so prevalent in today's society! I also believe that children should be creative thinking individuals because Life is Not A Number 2 Pencil!

Homeschool Kids are "Socially Challenged"!
Homeschool Kids are "Socially Challenged"! The socialization question seems to be the old-standby, passive aggressive attack, by those outside spectators of the homeschool movement. How would my children be able to integrate into society, without first learning the valuable "social skills" that only a public school experience could provide?

Socialization - The Home School Advantage
Are homeschooled students socially deprived? An essay on socialization from a homeschooled student's point of view. Guest article by Eric Jacobs.

Socialization vs. Social Life
Homeschool forum members offer homeschool advice and tips to help you get started in homeschooling. Socialization is knowing how to act appropriately in various situations and is best taught by adults who care about the child.

Homeschoolers Socializing - Photo Gallery
Photo gallery of homeschoolers socializing. Please send in your photos of co-op classes, sports, park days, parties, family gatherings, playing in the neighborhood or whatever else you come up with.

"Shouldn't you be in School?"
"Is today a holiday?" "Did you have half-day today?" How many times have you been faced with these questions while in line at the supermarket? These are pretty tame questions, but they get worse. Here are a few common questions and some witty responses from the Homeschooling Community.

Socialization - What's the Big Deal?
What's the big deal about socialization? For new homeschoolers or those considering homeschooling, the socialization question can be an intimidating one.

A Game of Socialization
Perhaps the real question to be asked is, "If you DON'T homeschool your children, how will they ever be truly socialized?" Article by Diana Waring.

But What About The Prom?
On more occasions than I care to think about, adults in the audiences asked outright, for all to hear, "But what about the prom?" Article by Jackie Orsi.

Homeschooling and the Myth of Socialization
One of the silliest and most annoying comments made to homeschooling parents is, "Aren't you concerned about how your child will be able to socialize with others?" Article by Manfred B. Zysk.

No Thank You, We Don’t Believe in Socialization
"I can’t believe I am writing an article about socialization, The word makes my skin crawl. As homeschoolers, we are often accosted by people who assume that since we’re homeschooling, our kids won’t be “socialized.” The word has become such a catch phrase that it has entirely lost any meaning." Article by Lisa Russell.

The Valedictorian Who Failed Socialization
Like many homeschooling families, one of the first questions we get about our choice is "Don't you think your children need to be around other kids more?" or something similar. The big "S" word is what we call in it in our homeschooling circle. It's a tough question to answer. Article by Neysa C.M. Jensen.