Do we really need to learn biology, chemistry, algebra, geometry, french and ancient history?

Question

I hear the argument against homeschooling. And one of the reasons a person gives is that kids need to learn biology, chemistry, algebra, geometry, french and ancient history, and that the average parent couldn't possibly teach all of those. Do you think that maybe the reason the average parent couldn't teach all of those is because the average person doesn't use all of those? If a child was interested in one of those fields wouldn't it make more sense to concentrate on that which the child is interested in and will use in their life, rather than trying to learn a whole lot of irrelevant information?

Just wondering?

Answer 1

Whether homeschooled or not, it's important to impress upon your child a very strong desire to learn.The Bible says in the book of Proverbs to get wisdom,get understanding.That the desire to obtain both is more important than human riches! I believe that refers to both human and Godly information.Ignorance is nothing to be proud of! Your child or children will benefit from having a very strong desire to learn.