MID YEAR HOMESCHOOL CURRICULUM UPDATE||EVERYTHING WE HAVE BEEN USING

[@lonegamers7826]

Read a funny meme the other day that said I’m the homeschool mom Who would rather plan next year than finish this year 🙋‍♀️ This fueled that fire haha

[@jessicalintula9973]

I so appreciate when you lay out why or why not something jives in your homeschool or with your child. Your reviews have influenced many of my curriculum choices... whether I choose the same thing, or you've made me realize a good reason why the thing that worked for your kids wouldn't work for mine. So helpful!

[@mirandamccullough2774]

Thank you, Ashlee! I used BJU Earth Science and Spanish 1 based on your recommendations for my daughter for 8th grade, and she tested out of those courses for 9th grade when she started public high school. She’s literally a year ahead of her peers in both science and language!

[@GraceandGrit]

Incredible!!!

[@MatthewsAdventures156]

She might like Campfires Natural Medicine course. Its fabulous too!

[@GraceandGrit]

Ohhh ordering now! I forgot about that!

[@gladyswilson6479]

I am not a Homeschool parent, but I love education and I love watching your curriculum videos. I used to be a teacher and on day one they told me my students didnt know how to read. These were 4th graders. So hearing you say that your kids can read thrir text books makes my heart rest.

[@jessicalantz4428]

Totally agree with TGTB math 6! There have been no tears at all and I did notice that the appearance of letters in math equations wasn't a shock. I think the way they teach math just makes it a natural progression. We're looking forward to Math 7 for next year before moving on to Algebra!

[@kristystaats169]

Would you be able to do a video about highschool transcripts/ a breakdown of the classes/credits each year and how you put them in and your plan for graduation etc. That would be very very veeeeery helpful to me as well as many who have kiddos reaching this next stage!! I love the wisdom that you bring and I’ve learned so very much from watching your videos. My daughter is going into grade 8 next year and I’m feeling the stress and a bit overwhelmed at what high school is going to look like.

[@gracegreenwell2657]

So glad I have someone like you to help me navigate the upper grades before we get there. I hope you had someone like yourself to help you; although there's not a lot out there. We love studying worldview as well. I am saving that worship foundations book on pinterest for our future.

[@GraceandGrit]

I had no one so I’m thankful to be that friend to many of you!

[@SchoolingwiththeCools]

I love your curriculum picks. I got Notgrass history and that Master books worship to try next year. I've been using TGATB language arts and BJU math. I'm a math teacher so I prefer teaching it myself. I'm surprised that you're not using Apologia for science.

[@Homeschooler2022]

I looked at Grand Canyon University myself recently but when I checked my local state university’s conversion tool I realized that most of their credits only transfer as elective credit rather than as specific classes/requirements. Credits from my local community colleges on the other hand do transfer as specific courses/requirements. If your kids have a general idea of where they want to go to college, I would recommend checking with those universities for equivalencies. Most schools have online conversion tools available.

[@choosejoy9675]

My high schooler has been using Fluenz for Spanish. They have many other languages to choose from including French.

[@amandab.6815]

I've never heard of the BJU biblical worldview book. I'm going to add that to my list!

[@cortneymckinney9215]

I always love and appreciate your detailed curriculum updates! ❤

[@GraceandGrit]

Thanks so much!

[@kayeanne9134]

That’s how abeka videos are ! The teacher recorded teaching a live class with other children present and responding as well.

[@emmahammond741]

You have so many great choices here, I want to try them all! How long is your school day to fit all this in, and how long is your morning time usually? Thanks! 😊

[@cottingtonmae]

Such a great update video! Honestly super appreciate it!! I agree that BJU science is so well done! I always wonder if you find your kids do it for hourrrrrs a day? My daughter loves science, also, and with all the videos (that and Spanish) and reading and questions, it takes five eternities to finish all the work - and then schormann on top of that, aha!! And hmmm! We need to look into the Hymn study! We also have and enjoy the biblical worldview book, though my 8th grader also super likes the Generations How Jesus Built His Church book!

[@sarahgamlieli1236]

Not Consumed is releasing an Easter study at the end of February!

[@Grace_Filled_Homeschool]

I’m glad Notgrass worked well for your family. My children didn’t like it. We did all like the literature packs though. We switched to Biblioplan. It’s well written, has plans for additional spines if you choose and my whole family is at the same time in history including my high schoolers. They also give literature recommendations that match up to the history you’re studying. I love getting to chose the literature.

[@jenl3199]

Loved this video! I was wondering, what made you choose BJU science over apologia? I’m torn between the two for next year.

[@cassandracriswell4539]

Thanks for sharing! My oldest is a couple years behind on your older kids and these videos are so helpful!

[@agamble1126]

We really enjoyed Adam to Us when my oldest used it for sixth grade. I still have the books and am waiting for my younger two to both be old enough to complete the course together.

[@sherrikmcintyre]

Fluenz has a homeschool French program.

[@barbaracozens3999]

Always appreciate your reviews/recaps.

[@Svargasc3]

I haven’t used Rosetta Stone yet since my kids are little, but saw they have classes for homeschooled students. Worth looking into their French. 😊

[@thissimplelife653]

Totally agree with you on BJU Bible!! We love it!❤️

[@GraceandGrit]

It's so good!

[@alindsay7365]

Just a comment for the shoreman video :) I already saw it, but didn't see it linked :)

[@GraceandGrit]

What would I do without you?!

[@oliviam1807]

I know Memoria Press has two French courses. Never used it, but have seen it

[@jessicamoran8962]

I was thinking about subscribing to World Watch. The code listed is not valid on their site. I know you work with them a bit... would you happen to have another one? Also, I'm so thankful for the high school content. There isn't much out there for homeschooling high school.

[@GraceandGrit]

I do not at this time, I’m sorry!

[@katsbookstack6234]

My 7th grade daughter has used math 6 from TGATB this year. I’m trying to decide if I should move her to shormann pre algebra for 8th grade or to do math 7 in 8th grade and right on to Algebra in 9th! It’s really a hard choice!

[@kristie-d9d]

Would you say BJU Earth science is better for 8th graders vs doing science units from TGTB?

[@Jproctor43]

Has your history loving son read any books by Steve Sheinkin? They are excellent.

[@boyzmama]

Thank you for sharing this!! I'm saving this to reference later!!

[@kenziejoy3255]

I have a tricky situation and am hoping you’d maybe have an opinion to help :) we recently moved to a new area and we’re feeling incredibly lonely and isolated the first few months here. Quite a few families from our church do a very well known co-op(international) and kind of coaxed us into joining after Christmas for the last semester of the year. It was extremely expensive and I poured a lot of our savings into buying all the material and paying all the fees. Well, we are two weeks in and my older children (challenge and essentials level) are in tears everytime I pull out any work. They feel so behind, inadequate, and unable to do the work. What should I do! I don’t feel like I can allow them to quit because of the money poured into it, but it is now affecting their self worth and creating a huge rift in our homeschool. So bummed! Help!

[@f3nw1ckfamily]

Just chiming in to say that I would switch to another curriculum as soon as possible. The money lost is worth sacrificing rather than have your kids lose their love for learning. Classical Conversations works for some families but not for many others. Maybe you'll find this video from Colleen who's another wise and experienced homeschool mom helpful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ68aoKqqLtsl9Esi=kyBpXd-Ro9-6pL3P

[@Veronica_Esterhuyse]

Such a helpful video. I really value your opinion and insight - esspecially regarding discerning curriculum based on faith... ❤

[@kaycejossis5448]

How is your oldest finished with TGATB LA high school 3? Did she do the 8th grade book studies in 8th? Just curious 😊

[@bball2mama]

Have you looked closely at TGTB math 7? I am wondering if it is solid enough to be a pre-algebra course and a child could go right into algebra I after it?

[@meaganlupo2611]

the world watch news code didnt work

[@luvingthelord1]

My kids did BJU math and really had a hard time with Mrs. Gillenwater.She was way too advanced for them. So we're doing something else for Science. BJU is way to rigorous for us

[@GraceandGrit]

Glad you’re finding something that works for your family! Mine enjoy the rigor ☺️

[@luvingthelord1]

That's good. My kids were getting discouraged with how hard it was. They have ADHD the so maybe that's partly why it was so hard for them.

[@laurenrasmussen7997]

Do you think the Tuttle twins book would be a good read aloud for a new six yr old?

[@GrowingPerfectly]

We haven’t tried Tuttle Twins books YET… But my littles loved their show (pretty sure on Netflix and KZbin not sure on other streaming services) We also ordered ALL the books from Brave Books and loved them all! Plus they have maps and activities along with FUN games at the back of the books.

[@GraceandGrit]

Yes!

[@laurenreichow5427]

Question-when do you start the elective for foreign languages? I have a 7th grader who is ready for next year I think. She’s my first so I’m not 💯

[@GraceandGrit]

We start in 7th or 8th

[@GinaRLacy]

Great update especially for those upper grades! I remember that you did a Logic course from Masterbooks a couple years ago. Is that something you have continued with each student?

[@MW11-3]

Can I have a link for your sweatshirt?? It looks cute from what I could see!!

[@GraceandGrit]

It’s from her hearts co on Instagram! Check out her shop! Fellow homeschool mom! Graceandgrit10 saves 10%

[@MW11-3]

❤ thanks!!

[@MW11-3]

Sorry, can you tell me what size you got? I’m going to order one but I’m bigger than you so I want to make sure I get a size up from you ❤

[@GraceandGrit]

@@MW11-3 I got xl because I like oversized!

[@cassieb1061]

Can you explain how your oldest receives 4 credits each for undergraduate classes? Usually undergrad classes are 3 credits. Is this because she’s dual enrolled and 1 credit goes towards high school? Thanks! 😊

[@GraceandGrit]

Take a look at GCU DUAL ENROLLMENT for more info

[@LetYourFaithBeBigger]

Why do you choose BJU science over Shormann

[@GraceandGrit]

Because i didn’t know shormann had science when i started looking for highschool level science. And then we started with BjU and have loved it, so I didn’t want to change it.

[@hollys6821]

Where can I buy your sweater? Cute!

[@GraceandGrit]

Her hearts co on Instagram!

[@taylorhphillips]

Hi there! In regards to the BJU science, are they doing the video courses?

[@GraceandGrit]

Yes!

[@karinnarodriguez2205]

Hello! Have you heard of Generations curriculum?

[@GraceandGrit]

I haven’t

[@jennakelly4446]

This was a super helpful update. Do you think the hymn study is accurate when it says 7-12th grade?

[@GraceandGrit]

Yes! The activity sheets may be best for younger kids but the info can be enjoyed by olders for sure

[@jennakelly4446]

@@GraceandGrit oh mine are younger. I was hoping it was flexible towards younger. Thanks for your response. We’ll keep it on our list for later on.

[@melanieturner5665]

For BJU Spanish, are they enrolled in the online course or parent led?

[@GraceandGrit]

Online course

[@alindsay7365]

How long does it take to do history with your youngers and do you do it everyday with them or are they doing it independently?

[@GraceandGrit]

We do it 4 days a week! 30 min I would say!