To Shopping 613:
I am not sure i understand your post.
First, i dont think a child needs internet or TV. I dont think that pop-cultural exposure is important. I think that academic exposure is more important. I think that understanding others is also important. Do i think its important for kids to be aware of Taylor Swift? No, I dont.
Second, of course, kids learn things by osmosis. I get that.
Third, my point is — and this will sound a bit obnoxious but is not meant to be in the least. I think learning how to “talk” in the outside world may be lost. I cant express it correctly, but there is a certain bluntness or agressiveness that i see in the charedi world (which is accepted there) that doesnt fit in the outside world. I could be wrong totally — but I see it on occassion. I dont think its mean spirited — but perhaps just cultural. I really dont know….and maybe i am just imagining it. Completely possible.)
SL