| h many parents are concerned about socialization, | | | | Support Groups - Homeschool support groups |
| there are many homeschool activities available for | | | | sponsor a variety of social and educational |
| children who are educated at home. When | | | | activities like park days, science clubs, debate |
| choosing homeschooling activities, look for | | | | teams and field trips. |
| activities that are inexpensive and age appropriate. | | | | Libraries - Public libraries often offer book clubs, |
| Here are some places you can find activities for | | | | story times, writer's groups and other educational |
| your children: | | | | programs for homeschoolers. Some libraries |
| Church - Church activities are not always limited | | | | provide local support groups with advertising and |
| to church members. Many churches offer sports, | | | | meeting space. |
| Sunday school, choir, drama, vacation Bible school | | | | Your children can also volunteer for a local food |
| and other programs to residents of the | | | | bank, homeless shelter, nursing home, hospital or |
| community. | | | | after school program. High school students may |
| Sports - Homeschoolers can participate in sports | | | | want to intern in a field of interest or work at a |
| through the recreation centers, church programs, | | | | part time job. |
| competitive leagues and home school leagues. In | | | | Because there are so many opportunities available |
| some states, homeschooled children can | | | | to homeschoolers, it is tempting to take on too |
| participate in programs offered by their local public | | | | many commitments. Consider travel time and |
| schools. | | | | preparation time when choosing activities, and be |
| Private Lessons - Many home school students | | | | considerate of younger members of your family |
| take dance, music, skating, swimming, gymnastics | | | | who will have to sit and wait for older siblings. |
| or art lessons during daytime hours at local | | | | Discuss the program's requirements and |
| studios. | | | | expectations for your behavior with your children, |
| Civic Organizations - 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts | | | | and agree upon a time period for remaining in the |
| and similar organizations welcome participation | | | | program before trying something new. |
| from children who are home educated. | | | | |