Thank you for this. I did end up signing up mainly because we are so busy and have tried other programs that were too gamified as you said. My kids LOVE it. I can see the cons you mentioned however I go over the units with them and have them do all of the practice worksheets that you can print out to make sure they have grasped the concepts. We also do a separate grammar and writing program (Evan Moor FTW!) A note for you in case you ever decide to use it again is that after 5th grade they can "graduate" to Lexia Power Up for Middle School.
I am so grateful for Lexia during my busy life season too. It was a great resource and much needed! I didn’t know about the power up part! Thanks for sharing.
It's meant to be one piece of ELA instruction. As a homeschooling mom who is a former teacher but before the Science of Reading became widely known, it's been a great resource for me to see the phonics progression for my younger kids. Helps me know what they need support with, and I can do that support in additional, more hands-on and engaging ways. We recently started and it's helped my middle child stay focused, as he's been struggling working one on one with me. So it's been a great break for him, and it's building his confidence in reading. My oldest is in 4th and a strong reader and strong with comprehension, but am eager to see how this may help with critical thinking and her spelling/phonics knowledge. Ideally the homeschooling parent is sitting next to the child to see firsthand where they are excellling and where they need support. Definitely going to dig into the speeding through grade levels comments you shared, I am hoping that doesn't happen for us!
Absolutely! Well said. We were in a tough season of life and I was misinformed as to the “hands off” nature of this program! So yes. Absolutely best used as one piece of a whole plan.
Thank you for the review. My daughter is about to start this program through her school and thankfully it’s free. But it will be something she can do at home for extra help. Hoping it will help!
My understanding is that there is a packet of pencil and paper review sheets at the end of each level. It has been suggested that after the celebration, kids go on to the next level online, but continue to review the previous levels content on these reviews sheets. This might help you feel more connected to what they are learning.
For sure it would. I was in a tight spot time wise so was looking for a hands off curriculum. Surly this is not that. Worksheets and one on one review with the students would totally help!
How long does it actually take to get through each level? Our homeschool charter got it for us and so far my kids like it. I just am not sure how fast the levels take and or how time is recommended
You’ll go to their partner site Family Literacy centers at Lexiaforhome.com where you can purchase the reading program per student. At this time, the first student is $175 and each additional student is $110
I honestly can’t recall, it’s been a while. Though I’m sure educator support would be valuable. I used it off the recommendation of another who told me it was what her kids used in the public school. It is good for a foundational study but not a stand alone.
Thank you so much I really want to use it for my baby to help her going better.
Thank you for this. I did end up signing up mainly because we are so busy and have tried other programs that were too gamified as you said. My kids LOVE it. I can see the cons you mentioned however I go over the units with them and have them do all of the practice worksheets that you can print out to make sure they have grasped the concepts. We also do a separate grammar and writing program (Evan Moor FTW!) A note for you in case you ever decide to use it again is that after 5th grade they can "graduate" to Lexia Power Up for Middle School.
I am so grateful for Lexia during my busy life season too. It was a great resource and much needed! I didn’t know about the power up part! Thanks for sharing.
It's meant to be one piece of ELA instruction. As a homeschooling mom who is a former teacher but before the Science of Reading became widely known, it's been a great resource for me to see the phonics progression for my younger kids. Helps me know what they need support with, and I can do that support in additional, more hands-on and engaging ways. We recently started and it's helped my middle child stay focused, as he's been struggling working one on one with me. So it's been a great break for him, and it's building his confidence in reading. My oldest is in 4th and a strong reader and strong with comprehension, but am eager to see how this may help with critical thinking and her spelling/phonics knowledge. Ideally the homeschooling parent is sitting next to the child to see firsthand where they are excellling and where they need support. Definitely going to dig into the speeding through grade levels comments you shared, I am hoping that doesn't happen for us!
Absolutely! Well said. We were in a tough season of life and I was misinformed as to the “hands off” nature of this program! So yes. Absolutely best used as one piece of a whole plan.
Thank you for the review. My daughter is about to start this program through her school and thankfully it’s free. But it will be something she can do at home for extra help. Hoping it will help!
My kids did love it for the most part so that’s always a win.
My understanding is that there is a packet of pencil and paper review sheets at the end of each level. It has been suggested that after the celebration, kids go on to the next level online, but continue to review the previous levels content on these reviews sheets. This might help you feel more connected to what they are learning.
For sure it would. I was in a tight spot time wise so was looking for a hands off curriculum. Surly this is not that. Worksheets and one on one review with the students would totally help!
How long does it actually take to get through each level? Our homeschool charter got it for us and so far my kids like it. I just am not sure how fast the levels take and or how time is recommended
Thanks for sharing! Do you have a video about the other language arts resources you recommend more?
Yes I do! I’ve got them all compiled in this playlist:: th-cam.com/play/PL4vtPzIbU10fDv1hLmUCzI5oFyIii_SDr.html&si=i9kXW-OcEiDeMKyj
@@FullPurposeAndHeart thank you!!
How do you purchase a license for homeschooling, and how much was it per year?
You’ll go to their partner site Family Literacy centers at Lexiaforhome.com where you can purchase the reading program per student. At this time, the first student is $175 and each additional student is $110
It's a valuable tool but needs the educator to support the learning. Did you have access to the offline materials?
I honestly can’t recall, it’s been a while. Though I’m sure educator support would be valuable. I used it off the recommendation of another who told me it was what her kids used in the public school. It is good for a foundational study but not a stand alone.