But What About Socialization?

Send us Fan Mail EP248: That question shows up everywhere: at the park, in a comment thread, from a neighbor who means well, or from someone who clearly doesn’t. “But what about socialization?” can land like a punch, especially when you’re already doing the brave work of choosing homeschooling and trying to stay confident in your decision. We unpack why homeschooling socialization is rarely the problem people assume it is, and why the opposite is often true. Drawing on experience in public school classrooms, private school classrooms, and decades of homeschooling, we talk honestly about what “socialization” actually looks like for homeschoolers as compared to school settings. Listen in for concrete examples of homeschool social opportunities, from play dates to volunteering. Join the Inspired at Home community Find the Show Notes here Registration for the Taproot Teacher Training 2026 is now open. Join us Aug 6-9 in northeast Ohio for 4 days of hands-on workshops, the lively arts, meaningful conversations, and time in nature. This year is our 20th anniversary—what a special time to gather with me, and the Taproot Team of experienced homeschooling mentors. Find Taproot 2026 details and register here . Support the show Thanks for listening! 💜 ▶️Let's Connect! Instagram Facebook Website

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But What About Socialization? is an episode from Art of Homeschooling Podcast by Jean Miller.

This episode is 8:04 long.

This episode was published on Mar 16, 2026.

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