FULL HOMESCHOOL DAY IN THE LIFE (PRESCHOOL + KINDERGARTEN) | MOM OF THREE | KAYLA BUELL

[@lucydeantiguatarot8977]

Awesome work Kayla. I home schooled my son for 1 year plus before that, he had done 1 year of Montessori. After the two years of this approach, he entered a private Catholic school. He was 1 grade ahead with schooling compared to rest of the children of his age. The thing is that after focused pre-schooling, he did really well throughout his school years. He eventually went to college and got a Master's in Music Composition. He is now a composer and teaches at 2 local universities. You are doing a wonderful job. The good thing is that you understand the process of cognition and learning in young children, and your kids are very lucky to have you as their mom. Congratulations girl!

[@cheerokeconca]

I want to do the same, it’s great to see some other’s ideas about teaching, and how the day just goes by, sometimes my oldest used to be bored by noon and i had not ideas, but thankfully i found your channel ❤😅

[@monicageller226]

Awesome video! Thank you Kayla. I started homeschooling last year inspired by you and I’m happy to report my 3yr old is now reading!! I can’t thank you enough.

[@KaylaBuell]

Aaaahhhh how exciting!!! I’m so glad you’ve been having a good experience with it!!!

[@monicageller226]

You deserve all the credit truly! You made me believe I could do it. Thank you!!

[@KaylaBuell]

@@monicageller226 🥹🥹🥹🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@sailajavimal8906]

This is my first reply to any KZbin videos. You are an amazing mom.Its really encouraging and motivating.

[@KaylaBuell]

Awwww thank you so so much!!! I’m so happy you feel that way 😘😘😘

[@KathyHutto]

What a fun day of learning! I homeschooled my children all the way. What a joy!

[@ericablair5976]

Thank you for sharing this! Very helpful to see a *realistic* example of how to handle children when they are getting frustrated. Clearly you are doing a great job and your kids are thriving. I have one gentle observation to consider; multiple times you mentioned a particular activity you were asking them to do was a ‘distraction’ or to ‘keep them entertained’ or ‘busy work’. While I appreciate this is probably for the viewer’s benefit to know how to structure a homeschool day where you are trying to balance independent work with one-on-one work between kids, you may want to consider how your little ones might internalize this language if you make a habit of saying these things in front of them. You don’t want them to get the message that schoolwork is to keep them busy or that mom doesn’t believe what she is teaching is actually important (obviously you don’t think that - you picked out things where they are working on actual skills!) I don’t say this to criticize, just something to consider. One of the beautiful things about homeschool is that we get to foster a love for learning, and one of the saddest things about public schools is how quickly it makes kids resentful of learning once they realize how much of their time is being wasted. Kids desire meaningful work, so I humbly recommend being mindful of how you talk about the importance of their work in front of them. Just some food for thought. Again, you are doing a great job, and I can’t wait to see more!

[@KaylaBuell]

Thank you for this reminder! Totally makes sense and I will most definitely be mindful of that! ❤️❤️

[@myfriend1098]

I love your homeschooling videos!!! They’re so fun! ❤🎉

[@KaylaBuell]

Woohoo! Thank you!! Just a glimpse at what our real life looks like these days lol

[@estefir2930]

Anyone else going “immediately no”. I think homeschooling is BY FAR the best thing you can do for your kids. The best kids I have met are homeschooled and I think it was so so so many benefits. But I just do not see myself doing it. I just can’t. 😂 just wanted to put this out there in case anyone feels guilty about how amazing Kayla is at this. All power to you and all the homeschool mamas out there! My kid is going into public school next year because I just can’t lol.

[@nancyfarkas3592]

It’s not for everyone.

[@AR-k39]

It’s definitely a calling. For us I want my kids spending time outside and in nature for hours a day.

[@JG-rs1ir]

Watching you and the kids at the table while baby sleeps was so relatable. It's a juggle helping my 4 year old daughter when I'm also trying to tech her 6 year old brother....thank you for sharing! Your doing great👍🏼

[@live-inheart-out4753]

Love how you handle your kids 🤍 I have two kids. One is of jacksons age, and I sometimes lose my calm. I never used to comment on youtube videos but you and there is one more youtuber, whom i just want to keep watching forever. Lots of love 🩷🩷🩷

[@IzaG-p7r]

im about to start homeschool my two girls, and you did an amazing job. thank you for showing me it's possible.

[@AlishaH-fo8qv]

Thank you! I've been waiting on this video! I was homeschooled and am looking forward to homeschooling my own as well. ❤

[@kaybeauty2134]

Look who it ❤ always on the money with how you teach ya kids I love how it’s not over whelming I always learn from you

[@millierodriguez1479]

Good morning!! I love learning about homeschooling. ❤

[@KaylaBuell]

Good morning!!! Yayy! So glad you enjoy it! ❤

[@bossmama7069]

I'm homeschooling my 3 kids and it has been really difficult for me to even get started. I went to public school so I have been trained to think I need to sit down for 8 hours and teach my kids. I'm finding that to be totally untrue. When I first started with my 5 year old, I actually MADE him sit and do his writing. It wasn't good. I didn't realize that it should only be a few minutes a day. I didn't realize that I only needed him to do a few worksheets. Me and him had a fall out because he wouldn't hold his pencil right. Little did I know that kids his age aren't expected to hold things right. I have also been overthinking what my kids should be learning. It should be simple right? But for some reason it's not for me. I think I've been letting what the expectation is to overrule what I want to teach my kids. After watching this video and talking to my sister in law last night I'm feeling alot more confident and excited about teaching my kids. I'm going to do my best not to overwhelm myself and them. We quit homechooling for about 4 months, and now that we have finally moved, I'm ready to get back into with new ideas and I'm going to be alot more patient with him.

[@LovingLifeWithCierra]

You are awesome Kayla!!! This will be my first year homeschooling. Ill be doing Kindergarten and pre k 3 im nervous and excited. You do such a great job!

[@KaylaBuell]

You’ve got this!! Homeschooling can honestly be whatever you make of it and it’s just so darn fun at this age 😍

[@LovingLifeWithCierra]

@@KaylaBuell thank you!

[@ceciliakopecky]

I plan to homeschool my daughter is 3.5 and baby is almost 1 - I enjoy watching your videos especially the homeschool ones for tips! Thank you

[@DMM.DreamMoodsMusic]

Hi Kayla. Could you make a video on preparing for the new homeschool year and what supplies to purchase/ needed. (Homeschool haul)

[@sealeymackey4149]

Loved this video! Thanks for sharing all that you do. It’s very helpful for me with my 3 year old who loves school. I often run out of ideas so thanks so much!

[@ashleyy8527]

Just found your channel. Wow, you're doing amazing mama! Your kiddos are so precious and I loved the song your little girl sang about the continents. I'm gonna show my daughter she's six and I want to home-school her ❤.

[@jessicalara2900]

These are my absolute favorite videos you make keep them coming!!❤

[@zaidalouise2152]

Kayla 🤣 I learned SO MUCH about geography in this video 🤣 and I am amazed. I absolutely did not like school other than art and language arts. Hoping to start PreK3 with our toddler in July or August and I look to your videos for such peace of mind. I love your approach. Prayfully approaching our homeschool journey. Was off YT for lent so it’s great to be back! Missed your vids!

[@annatibia8307]

I don’t homeschool nor do I plan on doing it, but I still enjoy these videos! I have a 4.5, 3, and almost newborn. :)

[@KaylaBuell]

Glad you still enjoy hanging out with us!!! Hope you’re doing awesome mama!

[@jackiedvarona]

This was extremely helpful! Started homeschooling my 3 year old last year (she’s now 4) like Jackson and I can relate to your approach. Your daughter is so bright! Super impressed with her reading skills! Would you mind sharing tips on early reading?

[@ceciliakopecky]

I don’t remember my kids knowing this much in kindergarten ! Is she at level or advanced? I plan to homeschool my littles soon

[@selumaethiopia7756]

Omgg it been 2 years since I stopped watching ur video cos relocating etc….. omggg a lot happened… u have a third baby , congratulations on that … I have to go back to catch up but … my two girls are same age of ur two kids… I can’t believe how Jackson has grown a lot… now u doing home schooling 🤯🤯🤯 that is so gets me nervous!!! But after I saw this I can do a lot with them. Thank u so so much … u are is amazing ❤❤❤

[@tiffanyhoudesheldt7004]

Thank you for a real look inside. ❤

[@jennifermusgrave6998]

If she likes to draw and color, Draw, Write, Now is also a good option. They give them sentences for each picture that they copy onto the writing/art sheets and it shows them step by step how to draw a part of the picture.

[@varshamurdeshwar441]

Awesome content, Kayla. The pattern activity which you tried with Jackson using the Legos, I tried the same pattern activity with my daughter using fish shaped erasers. She just loved it. Thank you for the ideas and inspiration ❤. Stay blessed 🧿🧿

[@andreanittel2240]

if u buy some clear sticky cupboard liner- in a roll u could cut out a large square of that and tape it to the window sticky side facing you. Then the kids could put on those tissue squares. Yu could finish it off with a border of a shape like a heart, basically the outline of a heart and then add it to the picture. Finally curt around the shape- the heart and u have a stained glass heart or whatever shape outline u choose. I have done this using the outline of a xmas tree!!!!!

[@theswyhartlife1223]

Thank you for sharing!! Just had my third baby and it’s been hard trying to balance homeschooling. Hope it gets easier soon!

[@KaylaBuell]

Congrats!!!! Give yourself grace! Even if you have to take a little break for a bit or do a lot of improvising, eventually it’ll get easier and you’ll find a good routine that works for you guys!

[@maureenhourigan]

As a fellow florida homeschool mom check into the step up for students pep scholarship for next year! It's meant for homeschoolers and it's not an income based program, anyone can apply! The funds can be used to purchase curriculum, field trip expenses and so much more! The only "negative" is that you need to submit a standardized test assessment for your child each year at renewal but there are options for this that can be done at home and results are just for their research purposes, not for qualification in program/grading. Our family has been able to purchase some amazing things with this scholarship!

[@KaylaBuell]

Oooo thank you!!! Yes I need to look into it and finally apply! I think it’s great that it can be used for homeschool expenses!

[@NO-2121]

Wow she is so smart!!! My 8 year old is in second grade and she still struggles to read. And she still doesn’t know her time on the clock. I have a 8 y/o, 7 y/o and a 4 y/o (aside from my teens) and I’m thinking of home schooling next school year but I don’t know where to start…

[@Becs2122]

Just subscribed! We have a 3 and 2 yrs old. And talking about one more baby. I've been so worried bc I'm thinking...how can I homeschool with 3! But this is a great example! Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@tahirasbs]

For your son you should look up ABC SEE HEAR DO series of books. They teach reading in a full body movement and art project way. You can skip the art if you want. the lessons take how ever long the child wants (2min+)

[@maryklein7131]

I was a teacher...When I read with kids I shared the reading...I read a page and the student read a page.

[@AlyssaNikole]

That continent song was so cute! Did that book teach her? or did yall learn with a video?

[@showbizfashionbeautyandhea2178]

Hey kayla,hope you are doing good,plz can you make a video on sourdough bread making plz?

[@christinamunafo8332]

Where did you get that “look what Riley made” magnet? I love that!

[@rubyponce8545]

Hi can you do a home tour. I don't have a special room for homeschooling, I was thinking my living room?

[@Dancer5617]

This is amazing! Thank you for the real time. Especially the real stuff I’m struggling with my preschooler easily frustrated when she can’t do something and it’s made her uninterested in worksheets all together. Any tips on getting them excited to do work? Or should I go slower and work on crafts and games instead

[@belindapedley5901]

Hi, you could look up fun hands on learning on TPT for preschool kindergarten curriculum. This is a great approach to move away from worksheets while still having the child learn. Im a huge advocate for learning at this age without worksheets, although i have nothing against worksheets every now and then as they will need exposure to them and are good for formative assessment of where the child is at just not needed every day as the only approach. This age children need to learn through their body. All the best!

[@jessicalara2900]

Yaaaaas love love love ❤️

[@AR-k39]

Horizons look awesome but it seems really pricey for preschool! That’s what I love about TGATB it’s very affordable and good curriculum

[@KaylaBuell]

Yea horizons is pricier but it’s a much more complete, comprehensive curriculum. The teachers guide includes activities to do with your child in so many different subjects - Bible study, science, physical education. So in my opinion if you’re someone who wants a more comprehensive Christian curriculum that’s completely thought out for you, it’s awesome. But if you want something a little simpler, something that just focuses on early math and phonics, then TGATB works perfectly!

[@andreanittel2240]

by the time Sean is doing home school your older 2 will be quite independent in their home schooling!!!!!

[@katieprimacio_]

This is such a great video! My kiddos are your same age and I am starting my homeschool journey! I have a question for you about math! I also bought the good and beautiful curriculum and plan to do that first. I bought the Horizons math too because my daughters love for math is strong! So here’s my question, did you buy the Horizons teachers guide for their Math books? Is it necessary or can I just use the student book?

[@Bb_1087]

I’m a new homeschooling mom in Miami too! Do you know of any Co-ops in the Kendall area? 😊

[@Bob-d7r1v]

Send all the books and stuff by post please by tomorrow 😊

[@haleymarquez3349]

Would you recommend the good and the beautiful for preschool? I’m wanting to supplement over the summer for my 3 (almost 4) year old. Also, do you have a code that you can get credit though if I purchase??

[@neuronstellingstories5694]

Just curious: why did you choose to homeschool? Do you intend to homeschool long term?

[@junesammy-robidoux2305]

I am failing my son. I need to prioritize teaching him, having a proper structured routine and learning time.

[@nancyfarkas3592]

I doubt you are failing him

[@junesammy-robidoux2305]

@@nancyfarkas3592 thank you

[@MalariBainy]

I’m looking for something for my 3 year old. Why did you pick horizons? Would good and beautiful be good too you think?

[@laurenrasmussen7997]

Do you like horizons or the good and the beautiful math better?

[@andreanittel2240]

handwriting - the joining of the letters, used to be taught in Grade 3.................

[@julialee143]

Really? I was writing basic words in kindergarten and that was 25 years ago. I learned cursive in 3rd

[@youtubeacc]

@@julialee143she’s saying the same thing?

[@julialee143]

oh I see@@youtubeacc

[@veronicaruiz4938]

QUESTION for you! Im considering homeschooling, but on the fence because my kid is an only child and wouldn’t have that daily interaction/play time with other kids. Would you have still done homeschooling if you had an only child?

[@nancyfarkas3592]

Kids who are homeschooled can stil, interact with other kids. There is the park,church,etc.

[@hugsforlove]

❤❤

[@anselind]

How long do you spend a day on home school?

[@mikaylataylor7150]

How old did you start doing preschool with Jackson and Riley?

[@cindyhuynh1282]

Ty. Bye guys

[@andreanittel2240]

btw, I am a retired teacher- feel free to ask me anything, any time!!!!!!

[@andreanittel2240]

for the craft u r doing right now, a glue stick would also work..............they would put the glue on the paper.

[@michelleperez7165]

We did horizons math up until we finished second grade and my son is so far ahead in math

[@DevinW-z7x]

Hi Kayla how are y'all doing today

[@marcicampbell3309]

Would you consider moving her to first grade math?

[@marcicampbell3309]

Oh my goodness my jaw dropped when she said Florida! I completely forgot you guys moved!!! We are starting homeschool kinder this year 😊 also live in Florida. I'm so excited!

[@marcicampbell3309]

Also! My apologies! Spoke too soon 😊 it's cool that you have the choice to review math or move up. Homeschooling Is amazing

[@chrisoulalakkas7935]

What's the most beautiful feeling in the world?

[@Bob-d7r1v]

Send books

[@lifewithginab]

Super unorganized homeschool cabinet... we all have one 😂 loved watching ❤