The nature of my husband’s job is such that we often change cities. My kids are 6 and 9 respectively, they’ve always been homeschooled. That is to avoid the stress that comes with changing their schools anytime we have to change city. I am a stay-home mom, and I have started noticing the effects of lack of friends on my kids. They have no friends, they literally don’t know how to relate with new faces. Could the homeschooling be affecting them? The fact that they’re not in an environment with other kids of their age group. How do I balance their homeschooling and socialization such that they don’t lack in one in Favour of the other.
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While it’s actually normal to feel your children are lacking in some aspects of life, you should also help them get on the right track. Try to know your children’s interests? You can sign up your children up for social clubs, sports, or other activities that require them to leave the house. Socializing your children goes beyond play dates. Explore your children’s hobbies and see which groups they like.
Most areas have home school organizations that arrange excellent weekly and monthly group outings. Connect with your environment. Some schools also have policies which allow for homeschool kids to participate. Check out your local school’s policy.
If you’re wondering how you’ll manage homeschooling and socialization of your kids, allow me to share some insights that will be useful with you;
Homeschooling does have an effect on socialization of children, but it will actually have a positive effect! With no constant influx of negative influence, bullying, peer pressure, drugs, and violence, there is more opportunity for Homeschooled kids to turn out better in the society. It’s amazing the positive effect that comes as a result of a positive environment, especially where academics and learning are concerned. There are many ways you can get your children involved with activities that will help enhance their social lives; music lessons, dance lessons, local sports teams, language classes, homeschool support groups, volunteer at a local pet shelter, field trips, summer camps and others. The way you socialize your children will be completely dependent on what’s best for your family, as well as your children’s personality, character, and learning styles.