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Most home schooling families I know of find others nearby and do group learning or activities on at least a semi-regular basis- plus joining local sport or acti

Most home schooling families I know of find others nearby and do group learning or activities on at least a semi-regular basis- plus joining local sport or acting or hobby clubs, or church groups. The image of a maladjusted home schooled kid who never met another child is something of a bad trope, I think. There are tons of resources and "toolkits" online. As a first step, I would recommend looking up a local group (or at least one in your state, since requirements vary) and talk to parents who have already done it.

A4ET8a8uTh0 5y ago
I didn't look into it yet since my kid is really young, but time is flying. Any toolkits/groups you could recommend for IL, US?
- actfrench 5y ago
  What city are you in? There are usually local groups on Facebook. Also, try positing on SEA homeschoolers and looking for others in your area. https://facebook.com/groups/seahomeschoolers https://facebook.com/groups/seahomeschoolers Also these: llinois H.O.U.S.E “Illinois HOUSE is a statewide network of support groups for people involved in homeschooling. We provide email and phone support about issues related to Illinois homeschooling. Common questions include how to withdraw a child from public school, what the school district needs from homeschooling families and how to deal with officials who ask for more than they’re entitled to receive. We have member groups throughout the Chicago suburban area and more spread across the state.” Metro-East Secular Homeschoolers “This is a group to make like-minded connections with other homeschoolers (or those considering homeschool!) in the Metro-East area.” Pekin/Peoria Area (Illinois) Secular Homeschool Families “Any PARENT/GUARDIAN of a child 5-18 that is homeschooling in the Pekin/Peoria area is welcome to join this group. Our purpose is to connect and support other secular homeschool families in the area.” QCA Secular Homeschool Group “QCA Secular Homeschoolers is primarily geared toward families who are homeschooling for reasons other than religion and who are looking for an alternative to religious homeschool groups.” Secular Homeschoolers of Bloomington-Normal “We are an inclusive homeschool group that respects and values diverse perspectives. Our purpose is to connect and support Bloomington-Normal area homeschooling families in a non-faith based group for field trips, shared lessons, book clubs, and online discussions.” Westside H.O.U.S.E. “We are an inclusive, non-sectarian network of homeschool families who meet to enjoy activities together, share experiences and lend support to one another. Our chapter serves families throughout Greater Chicago and the Western Suburbs.”

A4ET8a8uTh0 5y ago

I didn't look into it yet since my kid is really young, but time is flying. Any toolkits/groups you could recommend for IL, US?

actfrench 5y ago
What city are you in? There are usually local groups on Facebook. Also, try positing on SEA homeschoolers and looking for others in your area. https://facebook.com/groups/seahomeschoolers https://facebook.com/groups/seahomeschoolers Also these: llinois H.O.U.S.E “Illinois HOUSE is a statewide network of support groups for people involved in homeschooling. We provide email and phone support about issues related to Illinois homeschooling. Common questions include how to withdraw a child from public school, what the school district needs from homeschooling families and how to deal with officials who ask for more than they’re entitled to receive. We have member groups throughout the Chicago suburban area and more spread across the state.” Metro-East Secular Homeschoolers “This is a group to make like-minded connections with other homeschoolers (or those considering homeschool!) in the Metro-East area.” Pekin/Peoria Area (Illinois) Secular Homeschool Families “Any PARENT/GUARDIAN of a child 5-18 that is homeschooling in the Pekin/Peoria area is welcome to join this group. Our purpose is to connect and support other secular homeschool families in the area.” QCA Secular Homeschool Group “QCA Secular Homeschoolers is primarily geared toward families who are homeschooling for reasons other than religion and who are looking for an alternative to religious homeschool groups.” Secular Homeschoolers of Bloomington-Normal “We are an inclusive homeschool group that respects and values diverse perspectives. Our purpose is to connect and support Bloomington-Normal area homeschooling families in a non-faith based group for field trips, shared lessons, book clubs, and online discussions.” Westside H.O.U.S.E. “We are an inclusive, non-sectarian network of homeschool families who meet to enjoy activities together, share experiences and lend support to one another. Our chapter serves families throughout Greater Chicago and the Western Suburbs.”