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HomeschoolGems
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 26 ก.ค. 2018
Formerly Grace and Glory Homeschooling.
Now HomeschoolGems! Sharing Pearls Of Wisdom, Treasures Of Truth: Helping Your Homeschool Shine!
Now HomeschoolGems! Sharing Pearls Of Wisdom, Treasures Of Truth: Helping Your Homeschool Shine!
Homeschool Family RV Tour
Sharing a tour of our RV while camping in Oak Glen, California 2023. (by special request from Autumn M.) We love taking nature adventures and life learning on the road! We have been homeschooling for 16yrs; our first born graduated homeschooling in 2019, our second born graduated homeschooling 2023 and our third is set to graduate in 2031.
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Books for Christian Moms: What I read in 2022
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Sharing book suggestions for Christian women, moms and homeschooling moms. I am a mother to 3 kids (ages 21, 17, and 9) in Southern California and have been homeschooling for 15yrs. This video discusses reviews of the books I read in 2022. List of book titles: -You Shall Be Praised by Jamie DeSilvia -Discerning the Voice of God by Priscilla Shirer -Enjoying Where You Are, On The Way To Where Yo...
Five in a Row Curriculum
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FIAR Curriculum Review from a 15yr homeschool mom. Hint Hint: I think Before Five in a Row, Five in a Row, and Beyond Five in a Row are great! I did not receive any compensation for this video. Feel free to leave questions, comments and video suggestions down below :)
Beautiful Feet Books Homeschool Review
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Beautiful Feet Books guides/curriculum review from a second generation homeschool mom of 15yrs. Discussing California History, Teaching Character through Literature, Around the World with Picture Books 1 & 2.
My Father's World Exploring Countries and Cultures
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Honest review of My Father's World: Exploring Countries and Cultures curriculum from a homeschool mom of 14yrs :) Visit the video list on this channel for my reviews of MFW Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade curriculum.
Homeschool Math: Tips and Curriculum Reviews
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Math curricula sharing my thoughts/advice from personal experiences with publishers like BJU Press, Masterbooks, Simply Charlotte Mason, Saxon, and many more as a homeschool mom of 13yrs and second generation homeschooler.
My Father's World ADVENTURES Review
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An honest review of MFW Adventures In U.S. History (2nd/3rd) Curriculum from a homeschool mom of 13yrs :) Visit our video list on the channel for my review of MFW Kindergarten and MFW 1st Grade.
Books for homeschool moms: what I read this year and will read next year!
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Book suggestions for homeschool moms! I am a mom to 3 kids (ages 19, 15, and 7) and have been homeschooling for 13yrs. This video shares about what books I read in 2020 and what books I'm starting in 2021 :) email me with questions at: michaelaroekle@gmail.com All Titles Available on Amazon: -Come Hear The Voice Of The Shepherd by Jamie DeSilvia -The Best Yes by Lysa Terkeurst -Triggers by Wend...
Homeschool Curriculum Unboxing! Spelling Power
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Castlemoyle Books generously sent me their newest 5th edition of Spelling Power Homeschool Curriculum in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own :) You can purchase Spelling Power from Amazon and Rainbow Resource.com If you have any questions, feel free to leave them down below! ~Michaela
My Father's World Kindergarten Homeschool Review
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An honest review of MFW Kinder Curriculum from a homeschool mom of 13yrs :) For a review of first grade, visit our channel.
Apologia Curriculum: All Grades
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This video was a request on Homeschooling with Apologia Science! A curriculum review with pros/cons tips for using Apologia in Kindergarten through Highschool. Michaela and Holly are homeschool friends and board members of Grace and Glory Academy. Feel free to leave questions and video requests in the comments :) www.apologia.com www.graceandgloryacademy.org
Homeschool Hacks: Top Tips
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Homeschool hacks, tips and encouragement from a homeschooling mom of 13yrs. School stress free and grounded in Jesus. Leave questions and video requests in the comments. Product Links: Double Sided White Board www.lakeshorelearning.com/products/teaching-resources/dry-erase-boards-markers-erasers/double-sided-magnetic-write-wipe-board/p/LL628/ Clipboard www.amazon.com/dp/B01J4HSTCA/ref=cm_sw_em_...
Homeschool Planners 2020-21
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A Simple Plan (Mardel) vs Recollections Planner (Michael's) for the busy homeschooling mom. An honest review and comparison from a homeschool mom of 13yrs. Feel free to email me michaelaroekle@gmail.com or leave questions in the comments.
Spelling Power vs Spelling Wisdom Homeschool Spelling
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Spelling Reviews/Comparison: "Spelling Power" vs "Spelling Wisdom" for homeschooling elementary through highschool students! An honest review with details and inside peeks from a homeschool mom of 13yrs. Email questions to michaelaroekle@gmail.com. Comment with any video requests!
Homeschool Multiple Kids: SIMPLY CHARLOTTE MASON
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Homeschool Multiple Kids while keeping your sanity :) Using Simply Charlotte Mason curriculum for grades 1-12, family style learning. Tips and ideas from a homeschool mom of 12yrs. These opinions are all my own. I was in no way compensated for this video. Questions? email: michaelaroekle@gmail.com
Homeschool Language Arts: QUEEN Homeschool, My Father's World, Simply Charlotte Mason
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Homeschool Language Arts: QUEEN Homeschool, My Father's World, Simply Charlotte Mason
Homeschool Art: Usborne, Draw Write Now, and more
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Homeschool Art: Usborne, Draw Write Now, and more
My Father's World FIRST GRADE Curriculum Review
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My Father's World FIRST GRADE Curriculum Review
Queen Homeschool HIGH SCHOOL Curriculum Review
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Queen Homeschool HIGH SCHOOL Curriculum Review
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Is Grammar included in the Language book? Im looking at 3rd grade and 5th.
Is Grammar included in the Language book? Im looking at 3rd grade and 5th.
Yes it is. You can read more about Lang Lessons for Today on the MFW website!
I LOVE your videos, please keep them coming ! I’m getting everything ready for my daughters second grade with MFW , but a dear friend hand me down some classical materials she did with her mega smart kids , and I’m so torn (with language and arts) . This review was so nice and balanced , again, thank you so much ! I believe Masterbook is a little bit more advanced than MFW LA, but slower paced than classicals like Well trained mind stuff .
Thanks, I’m so glad! Happy homeschooling
I love ❤️ the video, very helpful and on point with differences in each curriculum.
Thank you!
This was a great review, thank you! I have debated adding in the Abeka math book and doing a page a day for extra math. Do you think that would be a good supplement/extra?
Yes I think adding a math curriculum is a good idea. I added BJU math. If you like Abeka, then you can go with that 🤍
If my daughter is already reading CVC words but not a fluent/confident reader would you recommend we start with 1st or K? Also curious if another reading program is necessarily or not
I would start with 1st if she knows CVC words. Every child is different so I can’t say for sure if you’ll need an additional program, but we did not.
What math did you find successful for a 6yo? Sorry if you mentioned it already have three kids screaming lol
That really depends if you want common core aligned or not, if you want Christian based or not :) I would check out BJUPress for a more traditional route or Masterbooks for a non traditional gentle route.
Did you need to do any additional phonics work after mfw? We're doing aar 1 but my daughter does not care for it, she also hates Saxon math and so I'm considering a complete overhaul and switching to mfw for next year
That really depends on your unique child :) Some kids need more review than others, because every child develops at their own pace. We didn't do any phonics past first grade.
I've been homeschooling for 7 years and I still seek out review videos. It's nice to come across videos of veteran homeschoolers and I appreciate you explaining what you supplemented with, it's very helpful!
I’m so glad! Thank you. Happy homeschooling 🤍
can this be used for 4 year olds?
Possibly, but My Father's World has a specific kit for 4yr olds. Visit their website to check it out!
Where do you store your homeschool material? Do you use books or online options?
We use books and I just bring them in a collapsing basket. We also have a trapper keeper style binder we use. Everything is portable to go in/out of the house, the rv, to the picnic table and out in nature!
Thank you so much for the us review. It was very informative.
So glad it was helpful for you!
Great review 🎉 thank you so much!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this!! I'm looking to do this next year with both my kids. Super helpful - I like that we share the same ideal of not having busy work without a purpose. ❤
I'm glad it was helpful! Blessings on your school year.
My 4th child is now 2, I considered my Father’s World for my oldest and forgotten about it since. I really am thinking that is the direction I want to go with my youngest. Thanks for your review!❤😊
You're welcome! Blessings on your school year.
I'm beginning my homeschool journey this year with my 4 and 5 year old. I'm using My Father's World as the main curriculum and want to supplement with Simply Charlotte Mason Math/ and a workbook. I'm also using how to teach your child to read in 100 easy lessons. My 5 year old has advanced reading skills but needs a curriculum to boost his math skills. My 4 year old has mastered letter recognition, he is extremely advanced in math, he can count by 2s, 5s, 10's and can easily solve addition and subtraction (both kids need to improve their writting skills). I want to instill a love for learning. Do you think MWK will still challenge them?
In my opinion, MFW Kindergarten is really not intended to challenge children; it's more so to establish a love of learning, connections and relationships. Something I realized after 16yrs of teaching, is that is homeschooling is like a marathon, not a sprint race; if you go too fast, too hard at the beginning, your kids burn out and lose steam. I would encourage you to start with MFW plus a solid math curriculum and then you can always add supplements as you get into a groove and see growth happening.
Hello! I love that you supplemented with Beautiful feet. Were you able to only buy the teachers book and not all the extra books? I’m not seeing that option. 😢
Yes! When you're on the BF website, click on the pack you want, then below the scope+sequence click on "View Included Books"; you will see each item individually. You can add things al la carte.
You mentioned the country sheets for BF, did you buy both the printed book and the pdf version or does the printed option come with a link to download the printables?
I actually emailed BF and requested digital downloads of the printables to go with the print book since I got the book directly from them.
Thank you so much! Really helped me out. Can't wait to start! Blessings! ❤
So glad! Blessings on your homeschool year ahead :)
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I am so excited to get started in August! ❤️❤️
Do you prefer MFW over FIAR? Very torn on which one to use
If I had to choose one, I’d choose MFW 😊
I was looking at both of these, thank you!
Hi! When you rearranged the schedule of countries, did you have to move everything for that week? I am wondering if switching things up would mess with the order of the read-alouds, etc. I am thinking of doing this but not sure what specifically to move.
I moved everything that went with the country of study; that usually meant science, geography, activities and reading. (Depending on the ages of your kids, that will depend which books you use or do not use) Bible, Math & Lang stay consistent.
Priscilla and Joyce are false teachers. Please do not be led astray.
This is exactly what I needed to help narrow our choices. Thanks mama! ❤
You’re welcome! So glad it was helpful.
What age do you plan to use mfw to? I see so many people use it till they are done with ECC then not after that
through 8th grade….I did not use it with my big kids in high school. Something I have seen in the recent 5-7yrs of homeschool trends is parents curriculum hopping a lot more than they used to. So much is always coming out, people like to try new things.
I love your videos. I feel like there isn’t a lot of info on MFW so being able to hear and see your reviews is so helpful to me. Thank you so much!
I'm so glad! Thanks for watching.
I don't understand why "children in 2020" have nothing to gain or learn from classic photos or vintage words. Also it's crazy to think children in a city can't relate to farm animals / farm life, when many children in rural areas are well versed in city living. It's just an odd thought process.
Good point. My family farms and lives in the country. So, my kids relate to anything like this. And my kids love historic pictures! So do I!
How long did it take you each day to do this?
60mins
I don’t know your struggles, but I’m praying for them! ❤
Thank you ❤
How many lessons per week did you do in order to get through parts 1 and 2 of Around the World in one school year?
Multiple times per week. The guides will share at the front, how to complete them in one semester or one year ☺️ We did one semester each.
I have a (will be next year) 6 and 4 year old and I’m trying to decide between Beautiful Feet and FIAR. Do you have recommend one over the other for those ages? Also, like do you think you could use the Beautiful Feet primary for kids in older grades (like 4th, 5th) or would be too simple?
If you like to do crafts, recipes, games, & activities then FIAR has more of that. If you like more of reading, discussion, some drawing then Beautiful Feet has that. BF is more simple, FIAR offers more to do. It all depends what you’re looking for. I would suggest using guides that fit your children’s ages/grade levels.
I am thankful for your review. I am looking for a grammar and so Spelling Wisdom pairs nicely with their Using Language Well. Side note, you sound exactly like the youtuber from Home and Arrows. I had to go her page to see if you are the same person. LOL
I’m so glad this was helpful! And I’ve never heard of her page. I’ll have to check it out 😆
Which would you suggest: Queen Elementary LA or Language Lessons for Today? I’m having trouble deciding between the two for my 11 year old next year. Thank you! Appreciate this video!
They are both great choices. With Queen your child will write inside the actual workbooks; each child needs their own. With Lang Lessons for Today, your child copies out of it using something like a spiral notebook so the actual book can be used for multiple children. Neither contain any spelling. Hope this helps.
@@OfficialHomeschoolGems thank you!
Next year i'm going to have 4 th grader, 2 nd grader and Kindergardenr do you think it would be ober their head?
You can definitely combine the 4th & 2nd grader. I would highly recommend doing MFW Kindergarten curriculum separately with your youngest.
@@OfficialHomeschoolGems I was thinking the same . Thank you 😊
I just found your channal and LOVE it!! So much great and helpful reviews!!
Thank you for sharing! ❤️
You’re welcome!
I always love hearing what other Christian homeschool mamas are reading! Great video! Thanks Michaela! 💕 And loved the Mother Culture shout out! 😉💕🙌 Excited for our group in 2023!!
Yay! Yes, love our group. Can't wait 🤍
Is there a history curriculum you used before that was Christian and you liked,?
My Father’s World 🤍
Beautiful Feet is also a Christian company. I haven’t seen this particular one for California, but they usually include Christian connections.
@@catherinepeacock8301 I share in this video which guides have Christian content and which don’t. The California guide does not.
Thank you so much for this review. I was looking at this or abeka for my pre schooler. Definitely going this route
You’re welcome!
Which bob book will you use for language? Thank you 😊
We used the entire Bob Books set (all of them) in Kindergarten.
Thanks for all these recommendations! I haven’t heard of many of these! Will check them out! 😃😃😃
You’re welcome 🤍 I’m about ready to film this years video now of books read!
Thank you Michaela! This was such a thorough review!! Super helpful!! 💕
🤗 I’m so glad!
Hi! I know this was posted a year ago, but I'm hoping you still might see this! My daughter is in 5th grade. She is struggling with math, especially her multiplication facts, which are essential for upper level math. You mentioned that your daughter was not math minded, but had graduated and gone on to college. I'm curious as to what you would recommend: staying on math fact practice, games, memorization, etc until mastered, or moving on and hoping she eventually internalizes them. I'm so conflicted. I hate for her to use a calculator or multiplication chart, but it takes foreeeever if she has to figure them out to do double digit multiplication or long division 😭😭 your thoughts?
I think this honestly depends on you and what you are most comfortable with. If you're okay with your child being "behind" the public school schedule, and taking the more scenic route to learn things slowly....then do that! But if that will keep you up at night and make you stressed, then move along and use aids/games as you are able. Every child is different and every parent too; if you pray and ask the Lord, He will guide you!
@@OfficialHomeschoolGems oh my goodness! Thank you for your quick reply! She does learn slowly in math. It is a bit scary to go at her place bc I fear that she will not be ready for upper maths until middle school 😟 but I was a child who was dragged along clueless in math for years, and developed such a phobia of math that it was paralyzing. I don't want that for her. Thank you for the encouragement to pray and ask God for the answer! He's the one that called us to homeschool, so it makes sense that he would have the answer 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing this. I am looking for more reviews/ lessons from this curriculum. I have boys too! Is your 4th grader still loving the style and activities from FIAR? Thank you
Yes, we are rowing The Tree Lady this week. We visited Balboa Park last week because its only a few hours away from us, and that made the book come alive. We definitely do not do all of the activities though, because there's so many to choose from.
@@OfficialHomeschoolGems Thank you so much! I can’t wait to try it. 🥰
Great video, very encouraging. I don't know anything about essential oils. What scents do you recommend to use?
It depends on what you're wanting to use them for. Cedarwood & Wild Orange are good for focus/attention. Lavender & Roman Chamomile for calming. There's so many possibilities of oils. Pinterest is your friend for oily ideas!
@@OfficialHomeschoolGems Thank you.
I know in the past you have used My Father's World curriculum. Are you still using this along with FIAR?
I have used MFW & FIAR at the same time for many various years. This 22-23 school year, we are on a break from MFW because we're studying California State History (where we live). I plan to pick up MFW again next school year.
@@OfficialHomeschoolGems Ok, thank you. I wasn't sure if it was doable to do both programs at the same time. Thanks!
Do you use FIAR alongside Beautiful Feet books? Is there one you prefer using over the other?
Yes. That’s a tough question because they’re so different, however, I have never used BF on it’s own. I have always used BF as a supplement because there is not enough faith-based content in it for my liking.
Wow - loved these tips. Absolutely love how real you are and especially your love for Jesus! That last top was my all time favourite!
Thank you so much 🧡