HONEST SAXON 5/4 HOMESCHOOL MATH & NICOLE THE MATH LADY REVIEW // This Math Has Been a Gamechanger!

[@OneBlessedMess]

Good morning, Mamas!!! ☕️ Thank you for being here! Why is finding THE math curriculum SO hard sometimes?! Any other Saxon users here? If not, what do you use (and love)? 💜

[@laurenr1689]

This is our first year using Saxon and best year yet (5th year homeschooling) We use 3 and 7/6 with Nicole The Math Lady and at this point plan to continue :)

[@ShesMakinDough]

I'm so amazed at how well they teach!

[@FLMegan]

Hi. I was tgtb old style user and Loved it but I'll be out after this year. The new is too long. I was going to Apologia but it is mastery. Eeekk That worries me. I taught for a long time in public school too so over analyzing here. My girl uses TT but it doesn't work for him. Twins- who knew! So now I'm thinking about Saxon.

[@kristieckler6561]

Is Saxon common core? I’m using abeka currently and this is our first year homeschooling, i have a 5th and 3rd grader, and was told about Saxon..would love to know if there is much difference between the 2 curriculums before I switch( if I need to. Thanks

[@SimplyLivingIt]

Nicole the Math Lady....and all the homeschool mamas said "AMEN!!!!!!" 😂Yes girl!!!!! She is amazing! So glad you found what works for your sweet girl! 💗

[@OneBlessedMess]

Thank you so much!! ❤️

[@candacecabral6488]

I’m 42 and I used Saxon in the 90s as a child. I did either 5th or 6th in public school and then algebra 1 and 2 as a homeschooler. I really enjoyed Saxon as a child and I also just loved algebra. Now I’m starting to teach my almost 5 year old and will probably use Saxon once I feel ready to move past TGTB which we are loving as well. Excited to learn about the math lady. Thanks for that info.

[@kimberlymerriam]

I've been considering switching my upcoming highschool freshman from Teaching Textbooks to Saxon Math. With the addition of Nicole the Math Lady, and watching your review, it's given me the push I needed to take the plunge. Thank you for the insight. I really enjoy watching your videos!

[@OneBlessedMess]

I hope it's a great fit for you!!

[@KS-cl8br]

Yeah that would be great. If your kid wants to go into STEM, TT isn't enough, Saxon is a great curriculum for high school. Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Advanced Math combine an equivalent of one year of geometry. then the last book is Calculus (very helpful to have exposure to as a high school student).

[@brittanyolga]

We recently switched to Saxon math with Nicole the Math Lady mid-year and it has been wonderful. My daughter is happy and progressing beautifully. I am so happy I made the switch sooner than later. 😍

[@OneBlessedMess]

I am so happy to hear that!! ☺️

[@patriciajackson346]

I used Saxon all growing up. I plan on using it for my own kids someday

[@simplejoyfilledliving]

Katie used Saxon through Algebra 1 and then switched to Shormann math through calculus. Saxon is a strong math program. We never used Nicole but we did use Dive for Algebra 1, which is done by Dr. Shormann, and we liked it so much we just switched to his math the next year.

[@OneBlessedMess]

That is SO good to hear!!

[@melissamoffat742]

That’s what we use for high school is Dive math. We are currently doing TGTB math for elementary school and Shormann for middle school

[@celestejohansen]

We loved the DIVE dvd but our DVD player took a dump and we can’t justify buying a new one because we usually stream movies now. Is Shormann still Saxon and is there a way to stream it?

[@simplejoyfilledliving]

@@celestejohansen They definitely steam now. I’m not sure they even sell dvds anymore. We only ever did streaming.

[@MyCathedralGarden]

Thank you so much for collaborating with me today!

[@driftingforward]

Thanks for sharing, I had to share with my kids because we also do this with Nicole the Math laddy- It's great that my kids see others doing the same. So many do others and it was good for my kids to see this. thank you

[@OneBlessedMess]

I am so glad!!! ☺️

[@celestejohansen]

I have a 6 year old using The Good and the Beautiful new Kindergarten math and we love love love it! Her sister has been using Saxon for 2 years now. I love Saxon so much, it’s so basic and simple. Her sister is in 8th grade and has ADHD so Saxon is great because it’s harder for her to get distracted. I’m watching this video because this is the first time in our Saxon journey that I haven’t been able to help my daughter (without the solutions manual which is a heaven sent if you are notmathematically talented) so we were considering adding Nicole the Math lady. I did comment so I could share how amazing The Good and the Beautiful new math and language arts is but also how amazing Saxon is.

[@sarahbennett7235]

Great video! We are in our second year homeschooling and started with Saxon 1, 3 and Pre Algebra last year. I did not know about Nicole the Math Lady then so I had to correct all the work and grade myself. My struggling 3rd grader last year was in tears so many times- I gave her a choice this year and she went with Simply Good and Beautiful Math 4 (which she loves). I think because Saxon was difficult for her (because she didn't have addition and subtraction facts memorized she was afraid to use it again). I prefer Saxon, I think it is more rigorous. Of course I had already bought 5/4. We re using Saxon 2 and Algebra 1 this year and Saxon is perfect for the 2nd grader and 8th grader- I use the videos and online grading for Algebra 1- it saves me about an hour of work a day! Glad it is working for your daughter, math is tough!!!!

[@MW11-3]

Did your child go from 8/7 to Algebra 1 for 8th? My 7th grader is using 8/7 but not sure if he will be ready for Alg 1 next year so I’m planning on Alg 1/2 for 8th. He’s pretty decent in math but doesn’t love it. Thanks!

[@sarahbennett7235]

@@MW11-3 We jumped into homeschooling last year due to covid and terrible experience e learning. His school had said he should be taking Pre Algebra in 7th based on his math scores- he is very good in math and always testing above grade level. My son basically doesn't love school at all but is gifted (luckily) so he will be going back to public school for high school in the fall. I can tell you he loved Nicole the Math Lady and I get to hear all the Corny brain breaks. I have heard you can go from 8/7 to Algebra 1- but I would suggest maybe talking to the folks at Rainbow Resource their consultants have been sooo helpful. Good Luck!

[@AndreaSorial]

My daughter loves Saxon tests too. She said it's because she doesn't have an extra worksheet 😂. Whatever it is, I'm also just excited she's excited about math!!

[@OneBlessedMess]

Hahaha so true!!!

[@laurenr1689]

Same! My daughter loves tests too but she admits that it's because it takes less time 🤣

[@AndreaSorial]

I just switched my other daughter to Saxon too. It's been on my heart and after watching this it solidified it for me. I think it gives such a good foundation for really understanding math concepts! No frills haha

[@samanthagraveswalters8443]

Saxon book 1st edition and 2nd edition is good. We use the Robinson curriculum and they use Saxon with the curriculum and it’s so solid. :)

[@tiny.terrorist.negotiator]

I have a first grader and use saxon math 1, we got it from rainbow resources. It gets really really tedious BUT it is laid out nicely.

[@awesomegrace6]

Our little guy uses Nicole the Math lady with Saxon 5/4. Looks like we are on the seminar lesson your daughter is. We break it down over 3 days due to his anxiety and adhd. I’m so so glad I found Nicole. He wanted to do Teaching Textbooks but it wasn’t a fit for him. Now he has his own computer math and is happy!

[@OneBlessedMess]

Aww I love this so much! So happy you found a math that fits! 🥰 Nicole really is a lifesaver!

[@nancyhansen7103]

I have a son with anxiety and ADHD too. He seems to getting bored with TT. How do you break up into 3 days?

[@awesomegrace6]

@@nancyhansen7103 We break the problems up into 9 a day. And he watches the video at least 2 of the days. Hope it helps!

[@nancyhansen7103]

@@awesomegrace6 yes that is helpful. Thank you.

[@ShesMakinDough]

This is my top math curriculum!! It's changed math for us too!

[@MW11-3]

We are a Saxon family here too. We haven’t needed Nicole yet but I have her in the back of my mind for Algebra 1/2 next year if my son needs help.

[@sarahsmith5077]

How does Nicole Math lady compare to Dive in Math with Dr. Shormann? I can't decide between the two online programs.

[@TheWhites6]

That is an incredible value from Nicole the Math Lady!

[@OneBlessedMess]

Yes!!! Her service is invaluable!

[@Dreblueskies]

This looks very traditional and I hear many great things about. I personally struggle with math so not sure I could use this 😬

[@eatonpartyofsix3229]

We are using Beast Academy for my elementary student. And using The Art of Problem Solving and Shormann Math for middle and high school.

[@OneBlessedMess]

I've heard amazing things about Beast Academy!!

[@connievanmeter3206]

Thank you for showing this! I really think this might be the right fit for my kiddo next year!

[@OneBlessedMess]

Sometimes just straight math is the perfect fit! 💜

[@jeniferteodoro4513]

May try Saxon with my high schooler next school year. She likes open and go just get it done. Nicole looks helpful. Thank you for the video.

[@rolandabradley6193]

Thank you for this video. I have been looking at Saxon for next year because we just are not happy with our math for this year (back and forth between Abeka and Simply Good and Beautiful)...and I just may bite the bullet and get this math for the rest of this year. Nicole the math lady looks awesome!

[@OneBlessedMess]

It is such a wonderful resource!!!

[@ToEachTheirOwnHome]

Ooohh I’m loving this!

[@OneBlessedMess]

We are really enjoying it!! 🥰

[@lifewithginab]

Really enjoyed the flip through and thorough review! Thanks mama ❤🙏

[@OneBlessedMess]

🥰🥰🥰

[@lauravazquez1955]

Is Saxon teacher the same as Nicole the math lady? I love the way you explain everything and I absolutely love your smile . May God Bless you even more🌷🌹

[@OneBlessedMess]

There are separate Saxon DVDs you can buy to go along with the book, but we prefer the teaching style of Nicole the Math Lady! Thank you so much! 💕

[@OneBlessedMess]

There are separate Saxon DVDs you can buy to go along with the book, but we prefer the teaching style of Nicole the Math Lady! Thank you so much! 💕

[@YarnSociety]

We use the Good and The Beautiful math, but I think my little one would like straightforward math problems instead - may be easier on this mama too! haha Thank you for this!!!🥰

[@OneBlessedMess]

Anything that is easier on us mamas is ALWAYS a win!!! Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@allisonhamlin6535]

Thank you for this video!

[@jeniferteodoro4513]

Would Saxon math be good for my almost high schooler that doesn’t enjoy math? She wants something open and go, learn the concept and move on. I was also looking into learn math fast.

[@JoyfulNoiseLiving]

Time is definitely an asset I'm looking for! lol :)

[@heidibarker2120]

Thank you for this!! I am looking for something different for my third grader for next year. We will be jumping from Horizons 3rd grade. While I love Horizons, I think she might do better getting her instruction from someone else. My brain does not work like hers. 😒

[@OneBlessedMess]

Oof, the struggle is REAL Mama! 😂

[@meagpeag]

Are the pages really thin? I got my copy from Amazon and wondering if I got a fake set and should return, if that’s how they are supposed to be let me know! 😂

[@MyCathedralGarden]

hahah kids are destroying something! that made me giggle. I very much relate!

[@OneBlessedMess]

Hahaha!!! Filming was a bit hectic that day!

[@ivelissebouet9563]

Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@jaclyn4412]

If you opt for the online grading with her, do you need the lesson workbooks?

[@kendraparks3271]

Thanks for this review! How long would you say the math videos take? Are they quick lessons or does it take quite a while to listen to each lesson?

[@Shay0777]

I had the same question.

[@nancyhansen7103]

This is super helpful! How would you compare this to TT? I know you did that in the past.

[@OneBlessedMess]

I really enjoyed the ease of TT, but she needed something a little more concrete with less distractions!

[@JoyfulNoiseLiving]

Hey, Christie! Is your code for Nicole the Math Lady still usable? I'm curious if it expires or not. Thank you!

[@alishajohnson247]

My son used Saxon 5/4 for 4th grade but only finished 74/120 lessons. Should he finish the remaining lessons then move on to Saxon 6/5?

[@samibuck]

Thank you for this review! My son likes plain black and white math too and this year I’ve been printing TT and he does it on paper and this looks like TT, but not with printing! How long are the teaching videos?

[@OneBlessedMess]

The videos are typically around 10-15 mins total!

[@shannono.7223]

Thank you for this helpful video! Does Nicole start working with middle school age kids or younger ages as well? Thanks!

[@OneBlessedMess]

I believe it starts with Math 3!

[@connied7708]

How long does a math lesson take? Video and practice sheets included?

[@jeniferteodoro4513]

Is there placement tests for Saxon?

[@juliequates9529]

I thought yall didn't have internet at your house? Or you use your phone? Really considering saxon for my 3rd grader!

[@OneBlessedMess]

I use my phone! I am also able to cast my phone onto my TV if need be. Not ideal, but it works!

[@allisonward6621]

How long is Nicole the math lady's lesson each day?

[@OneBlessedMess]

I would say no more than 10-15 mins total, sometimes less!

[@andreadriver6532]

Would you move from TGTB math 3 to this? Or would it fall after level 4? And do you have her write in a separate notebook or on the text book?

[@OneBlessedMess]

I would do a placement test first, but yes it seems to follow by grade level (so 5/4 would be for 4th graders or for 5th graders who need more help!) I have her write in a separate notebook, but there are sheets you can photocopy at the back of the book to do work on! The book is nonconsumable so you can reuse it year after year!

[@andreadriver6532]

Thanks!

[@carolhubbard2241]

I'm so confused I thought this was 4th grade or fifth grade? This seems more like 2nd or maybe 3rd grade.????

[@OneBlessedMess]

It is 4th grade/5th grader who needs more help. You can always do a placement test to see where your child is! The lessons start out as review and get harder as they go.

[@kimberlyparks110]

Rightstart math

[@denisejohnson4037]

So, would you say 5/4 means regular 5th grader advanced 4th grader?

[@OneBlessedMess]

Regular 4th grader, 5th grader who needs a bit of help! 😊

[@denisejohnson4037]

@@OneBlessedMess Thanks!

[@kristenbarkey5540]

How long does each lesson take?

[@OneBlessedMess]

I would say to learn the lesson, around 15 minutes and 30-40 minutes (sometimes less) of mixed review! I just make mine do the even numbers :)

[@kristenbarkey5540]

@@OneBlessedMess thank you !

[@MyCathedralGarden]

My kids love the corny brain breaks!

[@OneBlessedMess]

They all gather around for them every day 😂

[@MyCathedralGarden]

ok I love your lips color! What is it?!

[@OneBlessedMess]

It is Tarte Maracuja lip gloss!! It is the best!