Hi moms! I’m looking to connect with other moms who are homeschooling their preteen children with autism, especially those around ages 10–13.
I recently started homeschooling my 11-year-old son, who has autism and ADHD, and honestly, I have so many questions! I want to make sure he’s learning, socializing, making friends, and getting opportunities to explore his interests outside of our home.
I would love to hear about your experiences!
A few things I’m curious about:
📚 Homeschooling: What curriculum do you use? How do you structure your days, especially when your child struggles with focus, reading, or other subjects?
👫 Socialization: Are your kids involved in homeschool groups, co-ops, clubs, or other activities where they can meet kids their age?
⚽ Sports and activities: Do your kids participate in sports, martial arts, swimming, art classes, gaming clubs, or anything else? Where have you found welcoming environments for them?
💙 Mom friendships: Are there autism mom groups or homeschool mom groups where you can connect with other moms who understand?
🧩 Support and resources: Have you found any programs, classes, or community activities that work especially well for autistic preteens?
❤️** The honest side of homeschooling**: What has been the hardest part, and what do you wish you had known when you first started?
I’m not expecting every child to be the same. I just want to learn from moms who have been through this or are figuring it out alongside me.
If you’re comfortable sharing, I would love to know what city or area you’re in, too, so I can look into local resources.
I’m hoping to build connections, learn from other families, and find ways to help my son grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Thank you to anyone willing to share their experiences! ❤️