Comments on Shaken Mama: I'm leery of some homeschooling families

I, too, have an irrational fear of homeschoolers. ...

2011-01-27T17:56:24.237-08:00

I, too, have an irrational fear of homeschoolers. I do not know why, nor do I ever have an opportunity it interact with them.
I also have to agree with you on the "Chinese Mother". A lot of western mothers seem to celebrate mediocrady and hold their children on a pedestal. I tend to disagree. Maybe its my catholic upbringing, but I usually assume my kid's the one doing something wrong.
Glad to find your blog!

Thanks for your comment, Carol, I really appreciat...

2011-01-25T21:11:40.180-08:00

Thanks for your comment, Carol, I really appreciate it.

Today at a Meet-Up, I had yet another homeschooling mom try to evangelize me. The weirdness won't stop.

But neither will I in my quest to properly educate my kids!

The important thing to remember is that you are ma...

2011-01-20T06:38:37.408-08:00

The important thing to remember is that you are making decisions based on your own life, and others are too. I looked at home schooling and knew I didn't have the patience, discipline, or desire to do so. I have a friend who saw her child being overlooked and joyfully took on homeschooling with great results.

I found your blog by hitting the next blog button. I really liked that it wasn't just a family scrap book book, but your heart, sharing your feelings. I read many postings but am only responding here.

One thing you might want to consider is Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes offered by your school district. These classes have two components. Mom and me, where the mothers or fathers, or grandmothers in my sister-in-laws case, do activities with the children. Then they break into two groups. The children go to a group activity and the adults have their own group. It is a great way to meet other parents, get support, and talk to other grown-ups! Most districts offer it through community education.

To raise wonderful human beings, treat them with respect and demand they treat you with respect. Be consistent and don't give in to whining. Allow them to have their own feelings, but you don't have to be a part of them. One thing that was effective in our family was asking them to go to their room and come back when they were feeling happier. (It worked).

You have your work cut out for you and I wish you well. I also want to tell you that it is not failure if sometime down the line your kids ask to go to school. Good luck and best wishes.

Carol

2011-01-19T13:09:48.168-08:00

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