Please Take Me Back, Abeka! | 5 Reasons Why I'm Staying With Abeka Homeschool Curriclum
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 มิ.ย. 2020
- Last fall, I made the mistake of switching our Language Arts program from Abeka to a different company. It was nothing short of a disaster and I ran back to Abeka. I'm going over the top 5 reasons why I'll be sticking with them for both of my kids at least through 8th grade.
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I want you to know, that your video about why you were leaving Abeka several years ago, made me WANT to use Abeka. I’m the type of person that needs everything put together for me! Thank you!
This was exactly the encouragement that I needed! My husband and I decided (last night!) to yank our 11 yr old son out of public school and enroll him in homeschooling, and Abeka Academy is fitting the bill to a T! Subscribing and following like a shadow now!
Congrats Jessica! You’re going to enjoy it :) Happy Homeschooling and welcome to the channel!
I'm doing the same thing! My 10yr old girl will be homeschooling from now on. Good lucky for us begginers
We are starting my 10 year old in the fall with abeka.
After a few years, I am trying Abeka again this year. I’m really excited! Same here! Tried all of the above.
We are starting homeschooling for the first time. We landed on this curriculum. Thanks for the encouragement! It sounds like a more indepth and comprehensive program.
It's very in-depth! That's one of the many reasons why we love them.
Your hair is gorgeous ♥️ thank you for this video
I just came across this video... I’m considering switching back to Abeka language arts as well. I swore we’d never go back to Abeka, but after 2 years, I’m missing it! I agree with what you said... I feel like my kids just aren’t progressing in language arts as much as I would like. Thanks for the video! ♥️
Thanks for this...you helped make up my mind about AOP VS ABEKA!
So funny!! I found out about Master Books through you and tried it last year. We absolutely love the science ,history and social studies from master books but I am definitely coming back to Abeka for all math ,language arts/ writing etc. We definitely lost a good year of progress in math and language/writing/penmanship this last year. It’s ok though! I’m glad we tried it. I just think it is so funny that I’m just going back to Abeka and I just happened upon this page to see you are too! 😆 We just want to get to the point and learn what we need to learn in math and writing. It’s easier for me to follow Abekas directions. Thank you for your videos
Agree, TOTALLY. We are first year homeschoolers and decided to give MB a try.....it was very Bible based, which we loved! We used History, Social Studies & Science from them..... absolutely well done. However, when we did the Math and Language Arts, they were almost "rushed" in their development. We found many spelling errors in both the Math and Language Arts books, speckled throughout the 3&4th levels. Both of the subjects also felt very disjointed. I mean, my son was the one catching concepts that were never taught, which were under the "review" sections. 🤦 It seemed it were a publishers mistake .....almost like the material was put out pretty quickly at once without detailed editing? Idk. My husband gave the same review to me, after helping our son with Math. I disliked the spelling words section waiting until Day 5 before its introduction. We purchased MB for the Godly focus, which we so appreciated, and the seemingly "all in one" and "grab and go" layouts. I personally loved the colorful syllabus and grading sheets in the front too! Thinking the Charlotte Mason flare would be fun and helpful, we ended up skipping the stories because the kids were getting bored and wanted to get right into things. We don't see our kids have learned anything obviously new that they can really recall or apply to their writings. We are looking at Abeka and IEW now. Thanks for your honest review, very helpful!!
Great review! I think we’re going with Abeka this year too for several reasons. Can I just say your hair is gorgeous too! 🥰
Aww, thank you, friend! I have so much hair right now lol! It needs a good cut.
Thanks for this review! Our oldest is starting abeka k5 when we decide to start our new school year. I’ve heard many good things about their language arts!
It's fantastic!
We are 7 days away from finishing K5! And I have to say it has been wonderful and we will definitely miss Ms. Reese
We did some of the other curriculum you mentioned and ended up at Abeka too. My daughter and I both like the “get to the point” type of style. It’s perfect for us! We are also excited to use MFW for history this year and apologia in the next few years when everyone is just a bit older. Its funny to see someone using the same curriculum for the same subjects 😊. You mentioned your only about half way through the curriculum since you started mid-year. I’m in the same boat...we’re on lesson 130 of my 2nd grade LA but my daughter will be in 3rd grade in the fall. I want to hurry and finish so she can be on track but I don’t want to rush and miss stuff. Do you plan on “catching up” gradually over time with your boys?
Thanks for posting this! We have had a wild ride for my first and I’m trying to smooth things out. Basically we did Abeka for language arts and math in kinder. (I hated the math because it went way too slow for my son). But he hated the workbook and drilling for reading. I learned a TON from teaching him but at the end of kinder he hated school (I think it was his personality because second son has been total opposite). So first grade we ditched Abeka and I just kind of filled in blanks and taught stuff I printed from Teachers Pay Teachers, and we just read a ton. Well now he’s in second grade and I’m realizing that I really need to fill in some blanks and soooo I’m looking back at Abeka again because I know it’s what he and I need. Structure, practice, a plan…Abeka is just amazingly well rounded.
I think I’m just trying to figure out homeschooling since I’m still in the early years and trying to figure out my kids learning types.
For my second son, I’ll definitely be buying Abeka again for first grade.
(We also love Charlotte mason over here so it’s a blend of total opposite teaching styles 😂).
I really want to thank you for coming back and admitting you made a wrong move. Most youtubers don't do this to try and save face and we're left still thinking a product sucks.
I try to be really honest. It's not really about being right or wrong, it's more about what works best for my kids and making sure they get what they need. In the end, if I do that, then they are happy and I'm happy ❤️
So you "loved" Master Books in April 30th of 2019, and by June 2020 you love Abeka. ??? Folks, what works for one family may not work for yours. In the end, most home school curriculum will give your child a good education compared to any public school.
Agreed
H even unschooling is better than public lol
We love Abeka! We are getting ready to start our 2nd year!
Thank you for the review, we use abeka language arts as well, I have an upcoming third grader and I think we will stick with it! I love the “idea” of the Charlotte Mason style but I am more eclectic and like things clear and separate for the core subjects. ;-) May I ask what you use for math?
I was about to be sooo sad that you sad all that ain’t the last vid cuz this is my first time being homeschooled and know you made this vid I’m soo happy cuz I was soooo exited now I can be excited about it again!!
Funny how quickly my mind can go from yes to no to yes again lol in a span of 5 minutes 😂😂
My kids have used Abeka for 11 years and I switched to Master Books, never looking back but different curriculum work for different families. Good luck on your journey.
Thank you
Hello I’m trying to decide between Abeka and Masterbooks. Can you tell me why Masterbooks was a better fit for you guys? New homeschool Mama here!
We did Abeka for my oldest son's 2nd grade year... we did end up switching, BUT I absolutely love thier readers too!
My boys really enjoy the Abeka readers!
Couldn’t agree more. Wish I’d seen this before I did GatB this year. Glad to finally find your channel because our sons and our own temperament couldn’t be more alike…not least in terms of Reformed theology. 😊 Excited to use a much more direct, traditional style curriculum.
We're using My Father's World ECC for the 1st time this fall, and have only ever used Abeka before that. :) But, we're also still using the Abeka Language arts this fall, too. Love their grammar, reading, spelling, and penmanship!
Totally agree! I think the MFW & Abeka combo will be great!
Which did you prefer?
I resonate very much with you! Feel like I have the same views toward homeschooling as you. ☺️👍🏼 Do you recommend accredited or non-accredited. I have a 2 and 4 year old going to have to make a decision soon.
This is the first year that I will be homeschooling my children (Ages 14,11,4) Before I started following you I wanted to go with ABEKA, then I saw your other videos on master books, etc, I'm really glad i stood my ground because as you are starting I had that fear to make sure I made the right decision for my kids. So thank you for your feedback.
Absolutely! I try to be really transparent on my channel. So glad it was helpful :)
Thanks for your transparency. Do you have the Abeka program with the dvds? Do you send Abeka your grades or you keep up with them yourself? Thanks
Does this only apply for language arts/phonics, or do you still use them for every other subject as well?
I will be starting homeschool in January and I'm planning on using Abeka for Language Arts - is the best place to purchase the kits on their website or do people piece meal the kits together on their own using eBay etc.? Just curious since it is so expensive and they don't seem to do discounts or anything. :)
I love you just chilling with your drink LOL
Stefanie Lozinski I keep it real around here 😂 #NotAnInfluencer #NotAProTH-camr
Going with abeka this year too for my k5 and 3rd grader.
I’m thinking of getting the reading even though my son is only 2 because of your praise of the program XD.
How many hours is needed a day would you say for this curriculum? We are doin this just curious? Thanks!
Just found out my kiddos arent going back to school in the fall. Definitely want to try a good homeschool program for them this year because my kids logging on zoom for an hour a day doesnt cut it. They need structure and that isnt being provided anymore. It sounds like a great program but the website is a little confusing to order..is there a number to call to help you order? I have 3 kiddos 5th 7th and 9th. Also im a working mom is this something they could keep on track alone during the day until im home?? Great video!!
Amen sister! Same here!
Would you recommend buying the whole k5 kit with videos or just certain ones? I have know idea what to purchase??? My daughter is 4.5 and I feel the k4 program would be to slow for her. She doesn’t start kindergarten for another year but I want to get her started now since she won’t be doing preschool this year. Any recommendations?!?!
Hello Jennifer, My daughter is turning 5 on October 18th and with the public system she can not attend the K5 yet. But... with ABEKA we can skip the preschool because she is already in advance with curriculum, I was teaching her a lot at home. So... as parents we decide to start with ABEKA K5. As a mother I am ready to go through this beautiful journey with my daughter. Good luck :)
Do you use the Abeka academy or parent led? Also do you have a suggestion for a planner?
Sorry has nothing to do with school lol but how are you keeping your hair thick and beautiful? Any vitamins or hair products or other life secrets? Thank you!
Do you use abeka for all the subjects or just a few? I’m new here, and just overall new to homeschool, after time in prayer my heart is set on abeka, I was thinking to buy the entire kit for my first grader with videos. I’m so nervous and scared to make a wrong move.
I"m in the same boat. What have you decided for your first grader?
I did the same thing when my daughter went into the 7th grade. She did Abeka 4th-6th and did SO well, but I knew the format was changing for 7th. So, we switched to a mixed bag at the beginning of 7th and ended up ditching most of it and went right back to Abeka 😂 now that she is in 8th grade, we find it oppressive, BUT, we may just stick with it all the way through and deal with it. It’s what we are both familiar with, and it works, although it has gotten more intense. We have definitely left Abeka for math, though.
Reality is 7/8th grade makes many kids cry no matter the curriculum, homeschool, public school whatever…it’s high stress switching from elementary to high school level and PLUS puberty/hormones, etc, frontal lobe development going on, and starting finals/mid-terms whatever else, the intensity increases plus math switches from concrete to abstract with algebra and writing gets much more intense….sooooo I think the tears are unavoidable for some kids if you are at least trying to get to college one day, but it gets better when the hormones settle down and they get more used to the load and stamina increases 11th grade, hopefully.
@@kkelling9584 No, I am not steering mine towards college. I am steering mine into something that would require going to a two year technical school, so she doesn’t have to study the same information for the first two years of it that she has had crammed down her throat for the past 10 years, just so she can start her adulthood out shackled in debt and end up getting a job that can pay as well as something from a two year technical school.
We just started the second half of 8th grade, since sticking with 7th grade Abeka messed everything up and put her behind half a grade level from all of the stress, drama, and burnout.
I switched her to Masterbooks history 8th grade for the second half of the grade level, and she absolutely loves it. It is so much easier for her. There is a significant amount of pressure that is gone from our day and evenings 🙌🏻 I also found the winning ticket for her with math, and that is teaching textbooks. No more workbook work, that is drudge work that did not captivate her at all. She completed an entire math grade level in 2.5 months.
I disagree with what you said about it is like this for all middle school curriculum, because it definitely has not been our experience at all since branching out and moving on from a curriculum that became very much a ball and chain.
She will finish out the grade level with Abeka in Bible, Science, and most of their language arts course, but the more we branch out and find other curriculum, the better things have gotten for her and therefore for our whole family. I ditched Abeka literature and decided to just have her reading a novel of my choosing. I purchased the “teacher” (supplementary) book that goes with the novel(s). This is the equivalent of how Abeka assigns book reports, in addition to their 8-10 hours of the rest of their daily workload. It is working out beautifully so far. She is learning more this way, because she takes the time to look up words she doesn’t know. There was no time for that when she was doing all of the rest of their curriculum. Learning does not have to be drudge work and misery. She was bored to tears watching 45 minute long videos for each subject that are not interactive for her and doing anywhere from an hour to two hours of prep work before she watched them. That has a lot to do with why I don’t plan on funneling her into a college, just so she can spend the first two years of that having to take the same things she had to do in homeschool all over again. I want her to do something that is achievable in a couple of years that fits her personality. That’s just my opinion though, of course. I think college is pretty much a scam. Most jobs do not require a “college” education- they require specific skills and information about said career along with apprenticeship. Of course there are sophisticated careers that do require college, but most careers require skills that can be taught in a couple of years with some apprenticeship.
We have some curriculum already for 9th grade. We chose to go with the Good & The Beautiful for Language Arts. Hopefully that will be a good fit for her. Math is for sure Teaching Textbooks. I am undecided on History and Science, still. It won’t be Masterbooks for history, based on the content of what is in the 9th grade books (based on reviews), which is too bad, because we love their gentle approach.
I am off of my soapbox, and I have left the Abeka cult 👍
Well, that’s definitely encouraging that you found something that works better for your family. I didn’t mean to offend, only that middle school can be stressful anyway. There’s certainly more to life than school. Sounds like you are doing a great job working with your child.
@@kkelling9584 no problem! I apologize for being so defensive about it 🥴😬
I used my father's world and others and it was really hard to do and I don't feel like my kids learned a lot. I am starting my 5 and 6 year old in k 5 and my preschooler in k4 abeka academy this month. I just got so burnt out trying to teach so many kids and having a 2 and almost 1 year old. I don't think my older ones could jump into abeka so I will just keep working with them. I think that this is going to be so helpful. If it works for my kids , I will keep them in the abeka academy until 12th grade.
I've been looking to switch my kids to homeschool this year and my friend recommended Abeka. He used it years ago for his kids and also graduated from there. My issue is, I'm a single dad of 3 and can't be home for a bigger part of the day. I'm looking to set up a schedule with my kids focusing more on the videos and light work while I'm at work. When I get home, I'll have the opportunity to work with them through the evenings and on weekends. Figured I'd see what your thoughts may be on it. I know Abeka can be a little more demanding at times than some of these other online schools but it seems it's much more structured and the lessons are set up better for parents. Thoughts?
Benjamin Phillips I would say it depends on the age and maturity of the child. My 8th graded works pretty independently. I give him the assignments and he’s off on his own (and checks his own work). My 4th grader needs a little instruction and then he goes off on his own. Another alternative would be IEW streaming. They can do language arts via their steaming service on their own (depending on the age of course).
Just curious, how do you feel about master books science vrs. abeka? I was considering master books for science because I love answers in genesis. Would it work? Or better to stick with abeka all the way?
I love Gods design for life beginners for my soon to be second grader, we’ll be using the heaven and earth for beginners as soon as it comes out (in a few weeks). I like that it focuses on one area of science and simplifies it so beautifully in bite size chunks at this age. We are using Abeka for Language Arts. It depends on your child, my son loves science topics so Abeka goes through several different sciences and he prefers the God’s design book.
Are you doing the full Abeka program? If so, do you supplement anything?
I’m a “seasoned” homeschooler, I have graduated 3 homeschoolers and I find myself going back to Abeka every time. It works. It’s long, the set up is not fun. It’s not the style of homeschooling I thought I’d do. But I want success for my kids, Abeka is solid. I get exactly what you are saying here.
We have a 3 year-old, so I've been researching curricula like crazy to try to decide now what we may want to start with for Pre-K and K in the next few years. I was wary of Abeka at first because it seemed so much like regular school and lots of workbooks, but so many families seem to have great academic success with Abeka. I've appreciated your videos, and it was great to hear your confidence in Abeka's phonics/reading/language arts. I'm fairly new to your channel, but it sounds like your kids did their first few years of schooling primarily with Abeka. Was that Pre-K, K and 1st (or did you start homeschooling later in their school years)?
So glad it was helpful for you! It may be "traditional school" in a sense, but I'm not against that at all. It seems to work well for us!
Sorry I haven’t read through all the comments. I just started following you. Are you still using Abeka? If you do you do parent led?
Hi was wondering for abeka are you using parent led or video I’m looking into it for my kindergarten and soon to be 2 grader
I love abeka! I know my son is learning a lot! I use abeka for language arts. I think I like the Charlotte mason style for history and science. My son is only in first grade. We do keep history and science simple at this age.
Yes, simple is best in early elementary :)
What is the Charlotte mason style?
hey I'm new here... trying to decide between cirriculums. I just watched your last video about how you switched to MFW but now I am here... I am confused.. can you help? Which did you switch to and which one did you like better? Thanks so much!
I use MFW with Abeka for Language Arts :)
So you are doing Abeka AND mfw?? What portion of mfw are you using? Are you using abeka only for LA?
How does this work with a child with a learning disability?
Oh no! Your one of the reasons I picked Master books from previous video’s. Oh well already ordered them. I’ll stick to it and see how it goes!
A month later...have you used it? How do you like it?
Me too! I had never heard about masterbooks until watching this channel. After much research, I ordered their entire 1st grade curriculum for my daughter. They are so beautiful and look like so much fun. Good luck!
A W wondering how you’re liking Masterbooks??
Stefania Aghadi yes I love them.
My boys are using LA Masterbook and we love them!
You’re making me feel like a ping pong ball. I just found you today and the three big videos that were up first we’re why you were sticking with three different homeschool curriculums lol I’m trying to choose a curriculum and it’s so hard.
I’m eclectic, meaning I use different curriculum for different subjects :) I just use what works best with my kiddos.
"Homeschool on" has an amazing language arts comparison video that helped me
@@mandy-maltz what do you use for each subject?
Hello thank you for this review is helping a lot as a first time homeschool mom . Can I buy only language arts from Abeka videos included ?
Abeka is too pricey for me with six children and too many pieces (books) to juggle. However, I have found a more affordable option which includes the same benefits you described about Abeka. As a bonus it also includes art and geography. Glad you recognized your happy place! We found ours as well.
Hi , can I ask which curriculum is similar to the benefits of Abeka?
@@danielachioibasu2126 We are using and enjoying The a good and the Beautiful. I purchased an eco tank printer. We are using the free downloads for levels 1 and 3. I liked them so well, I purchased the downloads for PK, k primer, and K. They are colorful and have free downloads of the readers the re-enforce the phonics principals taught. We also purchased the beginner box sets. Those have been a fantastic resource for my early readers.
Hey you tried BJU? I was torn between Abeka and BJU this yr. After checking out the new Homeschool Hub BJU is now offering we decided to give it a try. My current homeschooler is doing Bju complete curriculum for 5th grade.
thanx! really good and how nice to home school. we are not allowed to do that in Sweden...
I'm sorry to hear that. That has to be tough!
Yes, thank God for the freedoms we still have in USA!
I went to a private school that used abeka. I was there from 3rd grade to 8th grade. They were very strong in language arts but weak in science and history.
Do you have any idea where to start in language arts with a child that is about to finish all about reading level 2? I feel like my son is gifted in this area. He’s five. Do you think Kindergarten would be enough if he’s reading pretty well already?
Since you have boys, would you recommend starting kindergarten when they are 5 or waiting until they are 6? My oldest son turns 5 this week and we are doing kindergarten with Abeka. I wish I had waited until next year so I wondered what your experience was with boys and formal schooling age.
I waited with both of my boys. One is an October birthday and one is December. I’m happy I did. They are now in 3rd and 5th and they have excelled. They have always used Abeka. Good luck.
I have been using MFW for kindergarten and 1st, can I put my now second grader in Abeka 2nd grade or will that set him up for failure because of MFW slower approach. Do I have to buy 1st grade Abeka so he has more of a foundation plus second grade. Do I do independent study or accredited? I have a kindergartener about to do the MFW curriculum too, should I start Abeka with her? I’m so confused. I don’t want to continue MFW but invested in k and 1st grade. Help
When I pulled my oldest out of PS, he jumped right into Abeka 4th grade. He didn’t need to backtrack. I would maybe call the Abeka office and talk with them to see what they would advise you to do, they could help you much more than I could, and they’ll guide you through the process :)
I wonder how useful and necessary are the Parent Kits with keys. I get that the lessons plans are necessary but I wonder if the rest are just unnecessary for elementary grades.
How long does is take a day for language arts. It’s seems like a lot of material to do in one day or is it all spread out for example the handwriting, grammar etc?
We only do the Language Art part of their program. My 7-8th grader could take up to 90 minutes to complete grammar, writing, literate, spelling, and poetry. Some days it's less than that. It's nothing that. Not to mention, each day he won't be doing ALL of the subjects. wouldn't expect from a 13 year old. My 4th grader could take 30-45 minutes. Each day is different :)
For the most part it seems like A beka is no different than using the same ole textbook-style they have in school. My thirteen year old son LOVES reading "living books". They are much more interesting, and he learns the material on a much deeper level. This is especially true for history. I can't really vouch for any other subjects though because I haven't used A beka for anything other than history and science. My son did really like their science. I also like to cater my son's curricula specifically for him. I can't do this with full grade kits. Also A Beka is expensive!
Thank you for sharing. Asking for a friend where is a good place to buy abeka material for a 8/9th grades all subjects. Thank you!
Hello handmade homeschooler we are in our first year of homeschooling and my daughter came a from a privat school so far we have used a missmatch of things we are from canada would u recommend it i am not sure if she would be able to come along with as it high accademic
I am hearing that Abeka is advanced. I have two children going into 2nd and 5th, coming from a private Catholic school. How do I know if they will be on level? Do you teach yourself or do your children do the online courses?
My son is in Catholic HS & am thinking of doing home schooling. How do you & your children like it so far?
@@rosegoldwings-4300 we came from Catholic school as well we are using the Catholic home school program Seton Home Study..
Our previous school was behind with Math as well they said public school is more advanced.
How do you maneuver around holidays and weekends? Could you end up being behind taking two days off a week?
Hi! You'd have to plan it out on a calendar and see where you'd end up. Every curriculum has a different amount of weeks, so it would be unique to the one you have.
To clarify, did you switch JUST the Language Arts portion back to Abeka and stay with MFW for the other subjects? (We are considering homeschool and your videos have been super helpful, thank you!)
Katie Pool we only use the Abeka language arts this year. Teaching textbooks for math. We use MFW for everything else.
@@mandy-maltz what’s MFW?
@@israelmaccabee2309 MFW stands for My Father's World curriculum
I made a mistake in plane geometry in 11th grade. I have adhd and aspergers, so I sometimes lack common sense. During it, I gave my grades for her at once when I finish it all. She told me they wanted me to send them the tests, bit she could grade it. I assumed.that meant she graded it but they just wanted to look at it. However, today I realized that my grades where lower than what I texted her, and I finally realized that that was not the case. In my first year of abeka, since I was held back, I decided to Catch up and do it everyday to graduate on time. I was a a and occasionally b, but my first year there due to stress I got three b plus. I am going slow now, and am doing better, but I got rejected from my dream college. I am disappointed but have learned a lesson.
Hello. We are starting arithmetic 6 videos and I’m reading my guide. What exactly does AR stand for? Ha! I can’t seem to find the meaning anywhere. I feel slightly silly. 😊 thank you
Hi! I never did their math, so I'm not sure. However, it should be in the beginning of the manual. Typically, the acronyms stand for a book name or subject name. Is it maybe AR=Arithmetic ? Just a guess with it being math.
The only problem I had with Abeka was that somewhere along Mrs. Turner's K-5 Lesson 130 and up, the class just drops in number...and well diversity. Some of the kids just disappeared and my child noticed the same 6-7 children kept popping up. Not something I'd keep them concerned about, but it just felt a bit off.
I want to use the Abeka for phonics only. Is that possible? Any advice? I don’t even know what to buy.
I'd start by looking at their language arts packages. That's usually what I bought.
how many hours does school usually take for you per day? I am also comparing this to Time4Learning. Do you have any experience between these two?
Mirka Hokkanen I wasn’t a fan of T4L, and neither were my kids. Total, it’s about 4 hours or so. It’ll vary depending on the grade and child, too.
We've tried MFW, TG&TB, Master Books. My boys don't like fluffy, just strait forward. But I'm afraid of doing traditional curriculum like Abeka because I don't want to make them robotic with LA.
Could you run through a random lesson? How long does just grammar/writing take?
I'm honestly just tired of the whining & think they need something more straight forward. 🤷♀️😬
Hi Tara! I have to find out if Abeka would allow that, as there are copyright issues. If I can, I sure will!
If you go to Abeka you can get a free sample of the video lessons to see how the teachers in their classrooms in Pensacola teach it. You get like 25 hours of video streaming to check out.
The Handmade Homeschooler - Mandy Maltz I think you are generally allowed to share up to 10% of a book. Not positive though!
Question, the history and science is pretty crazy. I love the program other than those two subjects. Any suggestions?
Can I ask what about them are crazy? I’m looking into buying the whole curriculum
@@brittanyliotto2272 in the begging it states that the earth was made in the year 4000 B.C. then it bases everything off of that assumption.
any comparison to bju press i’m stuck between bju press and abeka academy
WIth Abeka, how long does a school day take for you guys?
We only do the Language Art part of their program. My 7th grader could take up to 90 minutes to complete grammar, writing, literate, spelling, and poetry. Some days it's less than that. It's nothing that I wouldn't expect from a 13 year old. My 4th grader could take 30-45 minutes. Each day is different :)
Im interested in abeka for a kindergarten, but at the same time scared if its too much work or something..what is your experience?
troy c I wouldn’t worry, you won’t find it to be too much for Kinder. Everything is on their level, and it’s fun! My youngest loved 1-3rd with Abeka.
@@mandy-maltz thank you.
@@mandy-maltz did you do video led or parent led?
I agree Abeka readers are my favorite
What do you use for math curriculum? I am having difficulty choosing. 😊
I have heard BJU has a good math program, but that was just what I heard from local homeschool groups.
@Brooke Gray - Mandy Maltz said that she uses Teaching Textbooks for Math.
@@JenniferBecker88 BJU Press does have a good Math program! I have used some of their Distance Learning Math courses and they are very good. They are engaging for the student and academically sound.
Also, BJU's Teacher Editions are visually appealing and easy to use for those who want to teach the subject themselves rather than using the Distance Learning lessons.
I’m sure Abeka will take you back lol. ❤️
Haha! I'm sure!
Ofcourse....still money for the company and promotion....
Hello there. Helpful video. Question. Would you recommend this program for a student who autism...spectrum?
I would say yes! My son has autism and has been using it over a year now.
I feel the same way about Rod and Staff! Its teacher intensive but its well worth it. I have used the Abeka readers for a long time I love the short questions at the end of the story to make sure they are understanding what they are reading.
Yes! We've always enjoyed Abeka Language Arts curriculum with them. It seems to work really well and I see the learning happening.
What do you use for math and science, I have a 4 yr old and 2 yr old and I would like to be prepared? Thank you 🙂
Momma Baca teaching textbooks and apologia
The Handmade Homeschooler - Mandy Maltz Thank you Mandy and God Bless you and your family!
The Handmade Homeschooler - Mandy Maltz Out of curiosity what do you think of Abeka Math for a 2nd grader
Hello! Im new to learning about homeschooling. I don't know what program to go with. I am confused though, is teaching textbooks & apologa the same as Abeka or is it a different home school program?
I like your insights on Abeka. But me personally I am gonna stick to Accelerated Christian Education as they have both American and Canadian history and civics.
Why it is called Academy? It's not an School acredited with some number registered at the education board of the state?
ABeka Academy is an accredited school.
Do u accredit or unaccredited?
What programs you use for math 7th grade
Teaching Textbooks
I have watched her videos and this one I think you’re missing the whole Charlotte Mason approach it is not fluff art poetry and music help to develop a whole child and a whole adult who appreciates the world around them and not just drill and kill let’s get school done grammar spelling memorization then it’s gone out of their heads
Do you also use the videos?
No, no videos here :)
I love Abeka readers and Abeka KDG and prek. I do not like Abeka Science, health, social studies or writing however its all great. We just have so many choices!!
Hi, I am from Panamá. I will enroll my son of ten years old, in homeschool. Abbeka have support online, that are fun for kids'.
Last time I was in Panamá me and the boys were digging a canal
Good times
@@RaccoonEnthusiast It is great.
I'm confused I think last week you said your husband was teaching your kids Bible in history from my father's world? (Honestly not judging just asking. I changed curriculums a few times. I think I found the right one to fit us this year)
We use Abeka for Language Arts, and My Father's World for the spine (history, Bible, literature, music, and art).
The Handmade Homeschooler - Mandy Maltz what do you use for math and science if you don’t mind me asking?
Momming Abroad we use teaching textbooks for math and apologia for science 😊
The Handmade Homeschooler - Mandy Maltz thank you!
My daughter doesn’t not enjoy it at all....she hates it😔
Do you purchase the parent kit as well?
Yes, since the parent kits have the teachers manual :)
is it super related to religion? i am not sure if you are religious but most programs for homeschool i have seen are Christian based
Abeka is a Christian curriculum
@@mandy-maltz okay thank you! :))
I’m used bju press
My kids did learn a lot with ABeka, but my 3rd grader is doing better without ABeka. My first grader is frustrated with ABeka spelling and reading. We need to do something else. And the science and history for the youngest grades are not very comprehensive. I love TGTB science units and. Notgrass History. But ABeka does have awesome phonics.
How come none of these homeschool reviews actually show the program in use. Rather I’m looking at someone sitting and talking about it rather than showing it in use.
Some companies don’t allow us to show things like that due to copyright laws. Look for videos that say “do a lesson” in the title and you may find what you’re looking for.
@@mandy-maltz Thank you.
@@mandy-maltz Do you know of any curriculums that are a live online format with teachers?
does this overwork anybody?
I do feel like abeka is a lot of book learning and doesn't leave a lot of time for life learning. You and your child really need a lot of self-discipline and self-denial to fit other things into your day. The curriculum can easily erode your entire day and 7 days a week.
In ABeka, yes, kids progress in reading very quickly. But with ADHD, this is a difficult reading program, even for the kids who fly through the phonics. And my kids have always hated the stories in the readers. I don’t really know why.
Make sure to educate your children on cultural differences. I love Abeka but some of their explanations about slavery and christianity are flawed.
YES
You should delete the other video, About not staying with Abeka, it will confuse ppl. Gbu