# The Truth About Homeschooling: Socialization, School System Gaps & What Parents Need to Know

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Podcast: [Foundations of Learning](https://stenobird.com/podcast/foundations-of-learning-6742795)
Published: 2026-03-03T15:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/foundationsoflearning/2591057
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## Resource

Homeschooling is one of the most misunderstood educational choices a family can make. In this honest and encouraging conversation with Cheri Boissonnault of Raising Aspens and Arrows, we talk about: • What first led her family to consider homeschooling • The truth about socialization (yes… we go there 👀) • How homeschooling changes as kids grow • The real strengths — and real gaps — in today’s school system • What’s easier than expected (and what’s more challenging) • How to stay grounded when people question your choices • What learning can look like outside the traditional model If you’re a parent quietly wondering: “Is this system actually serving my child?” “Could I really homeschool?” “What about social skills?” 📲 Connect with Cheri Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingaspensandarrows Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582722281954 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@raisingaspensandarrows K3 Homeschool Foundations Resources: Science of Reading Simplified Ecourse 5 Foundations of Reading Ecourse Skill-Based Literacy Curriculum (start here if you're not sure which level to choose) Level 1: Letters and Sounds (Parent Led) Level 1: The Letter Mysteries (Video Led) Level 2: Beginning Reader Level 3: The Sound and Spelling Guide Get the first 2 letter lessons for FREE Get the first 5 Reading Lessons for FREE Your Guide to Teach High-Frequency Words Get the first 10 lessons to teach high-frequency words for FREE The Literacy Clarity Plan- Work one on one with me to create a detailed literacy plan made for YOUR child FREE Literacy for Littles Ebook

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