My Morning Routine: Homeschooling Morning Routine 2024

[@arabella5871]

My mom teaches public school now, but when she was a stay at home mom, she taught me and my siblings. Oh how I wish I could have had a few m ore elementary school years with her. But she went back to school when I was in 3rd grade. I had a lot of anxiety as a kid, so home was my safe space. This environment you created for your kids seems so special, warm, and productive. This kind of upbringing will shape them in such a positive way for years to come! So happy to see your beautiful family thriving.

[@schoolell9886]

I can’t believe how big the boys have gotten! Their days are filled with so much enrichment; amazing job!

[@racheltalbott]

@@schoolell9886 thank you! 🙏🏻 I love spending this time with them. They are growing too fast 🥹

[@marisamartinez6573]

Yay!! So happy to see your family homeschooling and thriving! We are 2.5 years in and absolutely loving it!

[@racheltalbott]

@@marisamartinez6573 Thank you! So far we are loving it!!

[@rukhsarkauser2994]

Why are people switching to homeschooling? i like the idea, but want to gain insights on different reasons for choosing homeschooling.

[@aprileshade]

Thank you for sharing this information. I have been tossing the idea around for homeschooling around with kids as well, so it was nice to see your tools, schedule and take on it.

[@emilyg1529]

I love this!! Thank you! I used to think Homeschooling was too difficult but you are making it seem fun and doable! And that’s magic!

[@EE-hi4re]

You had me at homeschooling ❤ I have a young adult that graduated from homeschooling and I'm still homeschooling a 10 year old. 3:54 Another great thing about homeschooling is that you can focus on what they're GOOD at.

[@ivymcleod2438]

It's so crazy how fast your boys have grown up! I remember I started watching your channel right before your second one was born, and my goodness time has flown by. Anyway, thank you for sharing your life and family with us. ❤

[@racheltalbott]

Thank you for watching for all these years! It seems so crazy I’ve been sharing all this time.. ☺️

[@thechicjungle4826]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I'm transitioning to homeschooling for a few months & this is super helpful ❤

[@beheshtah.3091]

I’m a long time subscriber to your channel and as a homeschooling mom myself I’m pretty pleased that this arrangement works so nicely with your family as well. 🥰

[@adrienel6600]

Oh my, if school looked liked this when I was growing up it would have been absolutely awesome. I love the way you teach your kids it’s amazing

[@haleyparson]

I was so blessed to be homeschool many years ago, so it is encouraging to see so many families doing the same. ❤️

[@racheltalbott]

I was homeschooled as well, although there are some aspects of that experience I would adjust in hindsight. Overall, it taught me to be a self-starter and to create my own routines. I’m hoping to balance my homeschooling experience with my kids' experiences. It’s a tough choice for parents these days, as schools aren’t what they used to be. 🫣😔

[@aatikaahmed7536]

Such an amazing job you are doing Rachel ..really inspiring

[@danimcg8345]

Your music instruction is immaculate! 😊 so good!!!

[@joannaaaa5609]

Love your morning routines. Always motivate me to make some changes. Thanks ❤😊

[@racheltalbott]

@@joannaaaa5609 Thank YOU for watching. I appreciate you being here!

[@lisastreasures]

Awesome stuff. Great choices. God bless you all. 😊

[@claire_777]

Wow lots of helpful info and links!!! I really appreciate how you shared your homeschool schedule too .. Thank you so much!!!💗

[@victoriawilkins1491]

Awee❤❤❤❤ loved this video now can you do a video of your routine when you get done with the kids homeschooling? 😊😊😊

[@wearesatellites91]

How do you ensure that both of your kids are receiving age-appropriate learning? For example, what’s great for your youngest is probably not going to be challenging enough for your oldest, and what’s great for your oldest is going to be over the head of your youngest. How do the kids compartmentalize relaxation time and work time when they are doing both in the same place (your house)? How do you intend to make up for the social skills (collaboration, conflict resolution, friendship building, respecting authority figures that aren’t just you) that they might lose by not being exposed to anyone but family all day? Not asking any of this from a place of judgement, just curiosity! Seems like a HUGE undertaking to not only be their parent but also take the place of all their teachers. A Q&A about homeschooling could be a cool future video idea! ❤

[@racheltalbott]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@wearesatellites91 Hey there! These are definitely important considerations, and something not to take lightly. It definitely is a huge undertaking. If you’re genuinely curious about possibly homeschooling, I highly recommend researching the various ways to address potential challenges. I’ve answered some of these questions in the description box and in the comment section. In our case, we use separate curriculums and assignments that are age-appropriate for each grade. The kids have age-appropriate socialization opportunities through activities like martial arts and soccer. They are frequently exposed to coaches, other teachers (through outside classes), and peers their age. I’m not entirely sure the public school system provides all the things that people claim are 'lacking' in homeschooling. There are numerous resources and options available for homeschool families that can help mitigate these types of concerns. As parents, one of our greatest concerns is our child’s education. With the rapid shifts in public education, it’s increasingly common for families to choose homeschooling. In the last decade, the number of homeschooled students in the United States has increased by 61% and continues to grow. While the choice to homeschool isn’t for everyone, the growing resources and options make it a good choice for those who are able and willing. I don’t believe it’s a one size fits all approach. I think each family has to do their own research and figure out what will work for them. It also doesn’t have to be a forever choice if it’s not a good fit for the family, but I think keeping up with state standards is a good idea unless one plans to homeschool all the way through. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@cupcake50jh]

I believe is healthy and safe to homeschool these days❤

[@ShivaaShukla29]

It's always so good & peaceful to watch your morning routine and house cleaning videos ✨ very smart idea to start homeschooling schedule with bike rides.

[@racheltalbott]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching by and engaging with my content. Sending lots of love 🫶🏻

[@sharminnasser8135]

Your doing a fabulous job Rachael ❤

[@EmilyontheRanch]

Thank you for this. As a homeschool graduate myself, my experience was a much less well ordered experience. Now as a mom of 5 (grades 4-pre school) I am looking to make the change to homeschool. Please tell me more about the life skills you go over with your boys!

[@rebeckaemelie]

I'd love to see what the rest of your day looks like 🥰

[@racheltalbott]

@@rebeckaemelie I will share what I do after school (work, home etc) soon!! 🫶🏻

[@inbalhozias3322]

You’re such an inspiration ❤

[@monicagilcrease1126]

I love all your videos! Today is has been a nice fall day in las cruces new mexico . I made the green chile stew! Happy to report! No left overs. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@maryc1923]

Special Ed teacher here, you’re doing a great job!

[@myhopefilleddays2923]

Girl, this was great inspiration 🤩 We’ve been using TGATB curriculum for a few years and their Language Arts is the best!! My daughter absolutely loves it! I will have to check out the Kahnacademy math…kind of trying out a few different things 😉 Wishing you the best and cannot wait to see more ♥️

[@racheltalbott]

I really like TGATB, and I can see why so many others do too! 🙌🏻 It’s a solid curriculum that is easy to follow and understand. Khan Academy is good, but I’ve heard it’s not enough on its own. Math is my biggest concern since it’s not my strongest subject; however, I might consider outsourcing math as they get older if we continue.

[@myhopefilleddays2923]

@ One of the many wonderful benefits of homeschool, switching up for what works for our kiddos 💕

[@christy9399]

Great Itinerary and You Are a Great Mom!

[@racheltalbott]

Thank you! 🙏🏻🥹 I believe every loving mama does the best with what she has. ❤️ Motherhood is such a beautiful, yet challenging journey.

[@irishussong8197]

Hi Rachel! Watching from Germany, homeschooling is absolutely impossible over here, and I thought, while watching it, what a great alternative as long as the parents are doing it properly like you! I have the feeling the kids are so motivated and do have fun and also you, too!😌 I am thinking about the social aspect…..do they meet with friends then in the afternoon? Great job, anyway! Hugs from Iris from southwest Germany👋🌟🙋‍♀️

[@formgeben]

From Germany aswell. The video reminded me a lot of the pandemic times. Also wondering about the social aspects

[@irishussong8197]

@ oh yes! And most of the parents weren’t prepared for homeschooling and were really overwhelmed 😔

[@racheltalbott]

@@irishussong8197 Hey there! They still get plenty of socialization through activities like martial arts, soccer, library visits, STEM classes, and labs, all of which involve other kids. We also have playdates with friends and their children often. A lot of the “socializing” in American schools can be deeply concerning. They were exposed to many disturbing topics at public school (from other kids their age), including violence, weapons, sexual references, and more. As this became more frequent and the school did nothing about it, I felt a greater responsibility to adjust their social environment. I feel much better knowing the children and families they spend time with, and I’m teaching my kids to set boundaries with peers who try to share uncomfortable information or bully them. I appreciate that their interactions during martial arts classes emphasize shared values like respect, discipline, confidence, integrity, community, and friendship. I believe this will help them better navigate challenges as they get older. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@irishussong8197]

@ thank you so much for your detailed answer! This sounds really responsible!🤩 I wish you a lovely week ahead! Stay safe!😍🙋‍♀️

[@racheltalbott]

@@irishussong8197 I’m hoping our school systems can improve here in the states, but as an American I am becoming increasingly concerned for the next generation. 😢

[@OHbabe574]

What made you decide to homeschool? It looks like you’re doing a great job!

[@racheltalbott]

There were several factors that led us to finally make the switch. It was a combination of feeling a strong desire to homeschool and having the ability to do so, and also not being happy with the school that they were going to. There were several really troubled children there, and I wasn’t satisfied with how the school handled situations. I also felt there was a lack of consistent educational rigor. They’ve already grown leaps and bounds since learning from home. 🙏🏻 I appreciate how their interactions with children during martial arts classes are based on shared values including: Respect, Discipline, Confidence, Integrity, Community, Friendship. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@OHbabe574]

@ excellent reasons, I would have done the same.

[@OHbabe574]

@ I apologize if that was intrusive 🧡

[@racheltalbott]

@@OHbabe574 not at all. I expected the question when posting the video.. thanks for asking: happy to share 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@OHbabe574]

@ ❤️🙏🏼

[@ania5038]

This is so brave. I'm so scared of having to send kids to public school if I have them because it's changed so much. I wish I could have been homeschooled in high school because I hated it and it negatively affected my university experience. Wishing your family well on this new journey!

[@racheltalbott]

@@ania5038 It’s such a tough choice for any parent to make, and it wasn’t easy for us. We tried hard to stay positive about public school, but we both realized it is becoming increasingly unhealthy each year. My kids may choose to go back to school when they are older, but I feel strong about giving them the strongest foundation (in the elementary school years) before they are exposed to that world again.

[@aeromero1980]

We have been using The Good and Beautiful curriculum for almost 4 years now. My girls have become great readers and they love math. I love watching them learn new things.

[@racheltalbott]

@@aeromero1980 It really is a wonderful curriculum. I’ve really enjoyed using it. It’s so rewarding to watch them grow!!

[@juleenabhandari3176]

Your video are so peaceful and beautiful❤❤

[@sandrar4589]

What time does your "school day" usually end? It sounds really great and I wish it was more popular here in Finland too.

[@heemSara-o3l]

your children's are always so sweet and beautiful, intelligence because they're learn all from u 😘. you are a good mother and good home leader🌷.

[@linseyk5728]

I hope you can keep the momentum up for the rest of the ysar! What ages are your children?

[@racheltalbott]

@@linseyk5728 haha yes! Me too! Thank you! 7 & 10

[@deegup1]

Hi! I live in California and would like to home school my kids. Which resources can i lookup to understand what is the standard or circulum for my kids grade? Thanks

[@racheltalbott]

@@deegup1 check your districts website, or call the district to let them know you plan to homeschool. They should have a school curriculum schedule posted..

[@torianagibbons3731]

Do you have a favorite clean skin care brand? ❤️ I am looking for one

[@ankitaharitwal7097]

Hello! I always love your videos!! This is the first time I am posting a comment!! I would really appreciate if you can make a video to guide on how to start homeschooling🙏.. I have a 9 years old daughter and I am back and forth with the homeschooling idea but I have no idea where to start!! Thanks!!

[@mallikaberry2990]

Love the video. Could you please share the EAL app you used for read along

[@racheltalbott]

@@mallikaberry2990 that’s The Good And The Beautiful free homeschooling app..

[@alexou186]

Hi!!! What do the kids do after lunch time when you got to work on your own? Or go out ?

[@racheltalbott]

@@alexou186 We work from home, so they do what they did when they came home from school. They play independently or spend time with my husband until we do our afternoon extra curricular activities. They have their sports almost daily at around 5pm.

[@danimcg8345]

Do you have any herbal remedy suggestions for PCOS?

[@lcn706]

I absolutely love the idea of homeschooling but our kids are hyper and social butterflies. How have they been being at home more? It’s probably area dependent but did you find there are maybe other homeschool mamas to get together with and do group learning as well? Sorry for all the questions! Weighing our options too. Although public school is great for some things, it lacks in others. IYKYK. Love from CA! 💕

[@rachellinebaugh6163]

Bravo on the homeschooling - again. Didn't y'all do that in CA, too? A good friend with a daughter Oliver's age has hired college-educated homeschool teachers to visit their home daily to educate their children. My friend is a WFH homemaker, and this is really helping to educate her daughter in the homeschool environment. My friend says her daughter (a bullying survivor, and that's why she chose to homeschool) is thriving! So, I applaud homeschooling. They do the Christian Montessori style. What prompted you and Byron to do this in Tennessee?!! Watch the big news channels every night with your kids - local, state, federal!

[@meenakshi_viswanathan]

Just asking - Why do you end your videos with "be sure to subscribe for new videos every week", when you don't actually upload every week? Maybe "see you in my next video", would manage viewer expectations better, no?

[@racheltalbott]

@@meenakshi_viswanathan ok. I will start saying that instead.

[@Λτλκλη]

Beautiful morning routine ✨☕️

[@racheltalbott]

@@Λτλκλη thank you!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@ahopefulhome]

I loved seeing this video! We have a 2,5 year old son and a second baby coming in February and we are so unsure what to do education wise. The deadline for applying for nursery for our son is looming and o dear it's hard to decide what to do! We are not very keen on the idea of mainstream education because of some of the things they are taught (and the way they'd be taught) and the topics they'll come across at a very young age (like you said in one of your responses on a comment on this video) but the idea of homeschooling overwhelms me. Not the practical aspect of it, I feel like I would be able to manage that. But the idea of not having a 'break' during the day and insecurities about whether I'd be able to do it energy wise and emotionally. You say you finish the education aspect around lunch time and start your workday then. Have you been able to implement certain habits that allow you to do 'your thing' uninterrupted or would you say you rely on help from your husband/other family members for this? Thank you so much for your response in advance!

[@racheltalbott]

@@ahopefulhome I totally understand. I had all the same concerns. My kids are pretty good about having their approved screen time (learning shows, approved shows etc), and indepedently playing while we get work done. They have learned to be independent and respectful, but sometimes we do have to stop if there’s an issue. I don’t have family near by right now to help. My husband and I are very much aligned on this decision, and he’s a massive support system.. It’s a lot to consider, and I am positive we will run into some hiccups along the way. I’m not sure there is such thing as a perfect scenario, but we just try to do our best with our situation.

[@suzyhalilovic6652]

Well done rachael homeschooling your children i personally dont prefer home schooling i think its best for kids to go to school and interec with other children thank you for sharing your videos ❤❤

[@racheltalbott]

@@suzyhalilovic6652 Thank you. 🙏🏻 Homeschooling isn’t for everyone; however, I believe the argument against homeschooling regarding socialization is lacking. My kiddos still get plenty of socialization through activities like martial arts, soccer, library visits, STEM classes, and labs, all of which involve other kids. We also have playdates with friends and their children often. A lot of the “socializing” in American schools can be deeply concerning. They were exposed to many disturbing topics at public school (from other kids their age), including violence, weapons, sexual references, and more. As this became more frequent and the school did nothing about it, I felt a greater responsibility to adjust their social environment. I’m teaching my kids to set boundaries with peers who try to share uncomfortable information or bully them. I appreciate that their interactions during martial arts classes emphasize shared values like respect, discipline, confidence, integrity, community, and friendship. School is certainly not the only place to socialize, nor should it be. The key with homeschooling is that the parent is able and willing to plan accordingly. For some children, public school IS the best option, as it can be a better fit than being home with a parent who is unable to take on the responsibility of their socialization and education. 🙏🏻 It’s not an easy decision for any family to make. American schools have changed significantly over the last 15-20 years and continue to evolve. As a parent raising the next generation, I’m deeply concerned.

[@maureendalton3512]

I'm so glad your home schooling over here in London UK it's happening more and more schools are not good here in the UK state schools anyway

[@biancainitaly27]

Loved your video! :) for how long did you do the the cycling workout?

[@racheltalbott]

@@biancainitaly27 I road two miles. It’s a pretty quick ride. Just a few minutes! My workout is only about 20-25 min total (including the outside portion).

[@tracywaring3769]

Hello flower nice to hear from you Xx

[@rachellinebaugh6163]

Hey, Rachel and Byron! Are you familiar with this? The Tennessee Homeschool Grant. What is the Tennessee Homeschool Grant? Each family participating in the Tennessee Freedom Scholarship Education Savings Account program will receive $7,000 per child per year to put towards their child's education costs in a private school or home-school setting if they decide to take their child(ren) out of public school. And you can also hire college-educated certified teachers to come to your home to give your boys the same education as their public school counterparts. My cousin and he husband are doing this for their little girl through this grant and love it. My cousin isn't legally qualified to teach her daughter in homeschool, but the teachers are. Please look into it!

[@racheltalbott]

@@rachellinebaugh6163 I’ve heard of this. I will look into it more. Thanks for the heads up

[@kasiowelove1]

Homeschooling is not really popular here in Poland. Just a few people I know practice it, since it is hard to find good resources to get it going and good enough for the purpose of further education. I’m just curious - where do you find all the resources and how do you manage your anxiety of “not doing enough”?

[@racheltalbott]

@@kasiowelove1The anxiety of “not doing enough” is definitely real. I feel a huge responsibility toward their education. Building a solid curriculum and schedule for our routine definitely helps me with that fear. I’ve seen a lot of growth in their reading, writing, and math already. Additionally, their interest in discussing history, science, music, and art more openly has grown as well. In my research I found that many homeschooled kids in America are actually ahead in reading and math for their grade level in this country. The video I shared in the description gives a concise list of several other reasons, and curriculum ideas. I also check in on the local school district schedule regularly to get an idea on a general flow and pace (that could match a school) if we ever decide to send them back.

[@kasiowelove1]

@ wow, this is really impressive! I don’t have any children on my own (yet!) but the idea of homeschooling is really appealing to me, since the level of education in Poland is dropping every year… I hope it will get better by the time my future children go to school or I will have a job that will allow me to homeschool them :) and as far as I remember (I’ve been following you for a loooooong time), you were also homeschooled, right?

[@racheltalbott]

@ Yeh, I was homeschooled in junior high and high school through an outside program. I think parental excitement and involvement are crucial for a positive outcome. I learned to be a self starter and create my own routines, but I do wish my parents were more involved. My goal is to balance what I learned from my experience with my kids' homeschool experience.

[@rukhsarkauser2994]

Why are people switching to homeschooling? i like the idea, but want to gain insights on different reasons for choosing homeschooling.

[@lizgee6206]

Why the change to homeschool ?

[@sepidehmotevali3600]

Hi Rachel, why would you homeschool them? going to school is such a great experience

[@racheltalbott]

@@sepidehmotevali3600 Public school in the United States is definitely not a “great experience” for everyone...

[@christinat.7264]

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[@sanazintheuniverse]

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[@bellathomas5731]

I remember watching your videos when you were in California with big houses and chickene.. What happened?.. Its new house and no chickens and lavender pots 😢😢

[@racheltalbott]

@ Hey! Oh yeh, we moved to Tennessee almost 3 years ago. :) We still have chickens, property, and a big garden here! Tennessee is such a wonderful state. We love it here.

[@Nabiilahbun]

Hello Rachel :) you are the teacher for the homeschooling? Or later you will find a teacher please

[@racheltalbott]

@@Nabiilahbun I am the teacher for now. There are lots of options to find tutors, classes etc if anything becomes too difficult down the line. With homeschooling you can customize and outsource if needed. Right now I enjoy teaching all the subjects, and organizing curriculum and flow.

[@jbhingare1754]

Namskar 🙏🏻😇nice 👍🏻

[@АнжеллаКиселева]

Рэйчел что Вы кушаете, очень хорошо выглядите

[@VictoriaHester-ux5qt]

Are you and your husband not together anymore? It looks like you moved and never see him in videos …

[@racheltalbott]

@@VictoriaHester-ux5qt Byron films my videos, so he isn’t in them as much because he’s behind the camera filming. He’s still in them if we use a tripod, and I also speak about him all the time on my channel.. ❤️ We’ve been married 18 years, and are very much still together. Sometimes my family isn’t in the mood to be on camera, and I always respect that.