Socialization is on every homeschool parent’s mind, but most homeschoolers have plenty of chances to get to know other kids. If you’re feeling that a little more social activity is needed this holiday season, try one of these fun activities.
1. Gingerbread Decorating Party
This is something kids of all ages can enjoy, from toddlers to teens and makes a great party idea for a homeschool group. All you need to do is have the pre-assembled gingerbread houses ready to go, and ask each family to bring a specific candy so everyone can have a nice selection. With the houses pre-assembled, all the kids have to do is decorate . . . you can use kits or make your own houses. Have plenty of icing on hand!
2. Field Trip
The holiday season is a great time to take a field trip with other homeschoolers. Don’t make this just any old field trip though, instill the essence of the season into it! Have kids gather to assemble shoeboxes or wrap gifts for underpriveleged kids, then arrange a tour (well, arrange it ahead of time) of the charity where you’re donating. Another option would be to make sandwiches and put them in a bag, along with a juice box or soda and a candy bar and then have the group head to the city streets and hand them out to the homeless. For those who live in very cold areas, hit the shelters to give out some warm wool socks and gloves.
3. Pageant
One of the things I always resented when growing up as a homeschool kid was the fact that school kids got to be in Christmas plays. Why not have your homeschool group put on a Christmas pageant? It can be just for their families, or you might want to see if a local hall or church will let you perform it there.
These are just three small ideas to get your kids hanging out with others this holiday season . . . what are you doing this year?
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