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Six for the Road on TLC - Homeschoolers in an RV

2 November 2008 5 Comments

Have you seen the new show, Six for the Road on TLC? I haven’t watched it, but I have heard mixed reviews. Some have said that it’s “the worst portrayal of homeschoolers.” Others think it is a great show.

Here is a note from the family on their intentions for the show and the trip.

I love TLC, but I don’t watch much TV. Please help me decide whether I should make time to watch time this show or not. What are your impressions?

5 Comments »

Shauna said:

Though homeschooling is mentioned, what I took from the first two episodes is that it isn’t about homeschooling but rather family dynamics and the experience of traveling, learning, and spending a lot of time together as a family away from the comforts of home. I think anyone saying it’s “the worst portrayal of homeschoolers” is missing the point to an extent.

# 2 November 2008 at 6:35 pm

Krystal said:

I enjoyed it very much. I didn’t think it portrayed much on homeschooling as much as what a life on the road is like. They are life learners with an admitted lean towards unschooling, so I guess in that sense it is about homeschooling. I am in a group with the family so I’m probably biased, but I think it’s a great show.

# 7 November 2008 at 12:08 am

Joy said:

I really enjoyed the show. I thought that they showed homeschooling well. They didnt focuss the whole time on it, but they showed how the family goes out and learns in a hands on style. They focused a lot on how they lived. I liked how the family wanted to spend time together as a family. I guess how you live is homeschooling also.

# 20 November 2008 at 9:29 pm

Frank Carr said:

Hey this has been a dream of mine for awhile, doing what yall are doing that is. I still would like to do it but I’m not sure quite how to survive out there on the road. I have thought about taking my tool bag and hand tools and working construction where ever we end up, but I cant do that forever. i am so tired of the hustle and bustle of everyday life. I am a business owner and hate every minute of it. I would much rather be doing what you are!!!

# 8 December 2008 at 7:31 pm

Marg O'Brien said:

Having only seen the first couple shows, I have much less concern with the :homeschoolong: than I do with Dad’s ego.
Making his wife say she loves and appreciates him while he’s napping and she’s coping, makes him seem like a selfish little man

# 10 December 2008 at 6:27 pm