No offense intended in this post Madoosa. I believe madeinuk's statement referred to the volatility around evolution vs creationism found in the US. Even for those who homeschool here for the various reasons you mentioned, the evolution/creationism topic can be a touchy subject.
It shouldn't be - it should be a wonderful opportunity to teach respect and acceptance of everyone's point of view in my opinion as well as a great chance to show kids that there is not necessarily one absolute truth that is infallible.
But I hear you and I know it's not like that in reality.
I think adults could use this as a wonderful teaching opportunity of even how to respectfully debate AND how to think critically for themselves.
I guess I am spoilt by our unschooling group where the kids openly discuss this, share their ideas and accept everyone's point of view and allow all the kids to express their feelings on the topic without judgement, pressure or angst.
