My BIGGEST homeschool haul to date! ✨ plus stuff for mama
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3 ай бұрынJoin me as I unbox 3 months of homeschool resources and home goods I've been hoarding just for this video.
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🎒 School Supplies
Paper Mate Felt Tip Pens amzn.to/3Pzj5Zw
2024-2025 Monthly Wall Calendar amzn.to/49hIheg
Ticonderoga Pencil Cap Erasers, White amzn.to/3x759iZ
HP 206A Magenta Toner Cartridge amzn.to/4cmJQKq
HP 206A Yellow Toner Cartridge amzn.to/43AV9uv
Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pens amzn.to/3Vszlzn
📚 Books
Kane Chronicles, The, Book Two: Throne of Fire amzn.to/4atylz0
The Hoboken Chicken Emergency amzn.to/3x9UMuU
Demigods & Magicians: Percy and Annabeth Meet the Kanes amzn.to/4a6sW1g
The Red Pyramid amzn.to/43tEuJr
World of Reading Star Wars Boxed Set: Level 1 amzn.to/3VuhDve
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! amzn.to/3TxL7pj
Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary amzn.to/3Vwemvy
Mixed: A Colorful Story amzn.to/3vpj2Zo
The Serpent's Shadow amzn.to/4a8mQgE
Because amzn.to/3PY0czR
The Bad Seed amzn.to/3TLsOOR
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Black amzn.to/43AezQq
I Survived the Bombing of Pearl Harbor amzn.to/43yGBeN
How the Crayons Saved the Rainbow amzn.to/4aoTIla
Sam and Dave Dig a Hole amzn.to/3TvhDZs
Wolf in the Snow amzn.to/3TQ6gN6
The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet! amzn.to/3TN3uIn
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods amzn.to/4a6O1IS
I Survived the Battle of D-Day amzn.to/4cxmm5i
Ready Player One amzn.to/4crAXiT
Trials of Apollo Boxed Set amzn.to/43uNvSk
✨ Stuff for mom
Linen aprons tidd.ly/43yVWw1
Quince Linen Duvet bit.ly/3VPikQb
Washable Stretch Silk Tiered Maxi Dress bit.ly/3VzxzfI
Tencel Jersey Fit & Flare Dress bit.ly/3TPDI6e
Mongolian Cashmere Full-Zip Hoodie bit.ly/3Py0nBm
Quince Cashmere Joggers bit.ly/3PEUzGn
Linen Tea Towels tidd.ly/3PzgfUi
Farmhouse Tea Towels tidd.ly/3VwXLrn
Zojirushi Water Boiler & Warmer amzn.to/3x3jqgy
Wonder Oven shopstyle.it/l/b9x5g
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//FAVORITE HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:
Brave Writer - bit.ly/3OhfAHj
Universal Yums - bit.ly/3Mhs5P3
History Unboxed - bit.ly/3On6zL5
Pandia Press - bit.ly/37SwvwJ
Honest History - bit.ly/3BQlhVr
Night Zookeeper - bit.ly/3jKt91u
Crunch Labs - bit.ly/45mnR1n
MEL Science - bit.ly/3W87L7j
Generation Genius - bit.ly/3qqAYjn
Letters From Afar - bit.ly/3OmRJ6S
Beautiful Feet Books - bit.ly/3PFqoNd
Art History Kids - bit.ly/37lOQT8
You ARE an Artist! - bit.ly/3EpW58l
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//CAMERA GEAR I USE:
My camera - amzn.to/3Ou4hcC
My phone - amzn.to/3xzcqpT
Microphone - amzn.to/3MdoGRe
Wireless Mic - amzn.to/3Avp6ya
SD Card - amzn.to/3vmntQN
Spare Batteries - amzn.to/3vq9fhF
Tripod - amzn.to/3uRHak8
Mini tripod/selfie stick - amzn.to/3EoGhD9
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Music from Epidemic Sound - www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
Flodesk Email Provider - flodesk.com/c/ZO9QRZ
SiteGround Web Hosting - bit.ly/3M98KPV
Grammarly to make me sound smart - bit.ly/3ObVL1A
Stupid Simple SEO Course - bit.ly/37jROri
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//WHO AM I?
I'm Xuan, a Southern California-based homeschool mama of 3 and Slow Living Coach. I like to share all things homeschooling and our slow life here in the suburbs.
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@MamaNatalieSan 3 ай бұрын
“Our worth is not dependent on what scores we get on the tests” Love that. We too, are a charter homeschool in Cali. We are SoCal. Just found your videos. Happy Homeschooling.❤
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
I used to have that quote posted in my classroom. I saw way too many kids burnout or have anxiety attacks in middle school and high school. Thanks for watching!
@kamehaz 2 ай бұрын
@mamanataliesan homeschooling with a charter in SoCal too! Hi!!
@sinjimuih1 7 күн бұрын
I’m a first time viewer here. I have to just say I love listening to you. You just talk like you’re talking to a friend. I love your personality and your comments. You’re so honest. I’m subscribing. “It’s not all about the kids.” Haha yes. Love it.
@lifeinthetrenches 7 күн бұрын
Thanks for subbing! I'm so happy to have you be a part of my world!
@Carazona 3 ай бұрын
Do you have to send anything back when you use the charter funds? I’m surprised to hear you have to buy books at their age level. With homeschooling, the point is that we can meet them where they’re at. Like my 6 year old needs pre k language curriculum and books because she’s having trouble learning to read still but she’s doing second grade math. We get funding in Arizona too. It’s about 8K per year and we don’t send any back, no age level on books, just can’t be for adults. No state testing, etc. it’s been so helpful!! I’m glad there are options in other states too! It’s just interesting to hear the rules of all the different ones.
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Wow, that's A LOT of $$$! I'm interested in the different homeschool rules around the country and world as well. Thank you for sharing about Arizona! In California, we get about $3600 per year (this varies from charter school to charter school), more for high schoolers. We have the freedom to choose books, curriculum, and resources that meet our kids' needs and are not grade level dependent. We have to return non-consumable items that are still in good condition when our kids graduate or leave the charter school. As for the Amazon Bookshelf funds (about $200/year), we are able to keep what we purchase but are limited to the grade level. I use our funds for classes, field trips, and consumable resources. I opt to purchase our curriculum out of pocket so I don't have to worry about returning them.
@Randibunny 2 ай бұрын
Dude if Morgan freeman read all the school books it be way more fun 😂
@lifeinthetrenches 2 ай бұрын
If only!
@schultesweeties 3 ай бұрын
Fun unboxing! We are in a public virtual school in Indiana (sounds similar to your charter school) and so thankful for it! It has been a huge blessing for our family!
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Yes, it has saved us a TON of money!
@Randibunny 2 ай бұрын
That’s really nice cuz I took my kids out of public school started to homeschool I have bout $3,000 worth of curriculum this year for 4 kids but we don’t have to do the testing it gives my kids anxiety so I’d rather them not have to but we are in Texas
@lifeinthetrenches 2 ай бұрын
So expensive, but I guess way cheaper than private school! FYI - there's a homeschool curriculum resell group on Facebook if you ever want to get rid of your old curriculum, and if you find a homeschool community you vibe with, they often have exchanges or used sales.
@ERose49 3 ай бұрын
Great video❤. Would look forward to watching your video on how to homeschool in California. Would be so helpful.
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Coming soon! And thank you for watching 🥰
@MB.- 3 ай бұрын
Fun haul! Yeah, I'm planning on filing the PSA here in CA later this year. Love Quince!! I love their bed sheets. And more rain this weekend!! But the wildflowers do look beautiful.
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Thanks! Bed sheets are next on my Quince want list. We saw a ton of wildflowers in Death Valley last week. Beautiful on the eyes, terrible for my nose 😆
@amandamendoza4181 3 ай бұрын
Your videos are always so fun to watch. Grew up in central Cali and it will always be home to me!❤
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy them! I try to not make them too boring 😂
@carm1030 3 ай бұрын
We’re in Ca with the heartland charter school. We got a grant this year on top of the other money. A extra thousand dollars, just had to be spent on curriculum only. Not extracurricular activities but it was awesome to get most next years things already. This is our first year with them so not sure how often the grants come around.
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Nice! Curriculum can get expensive, especially if you have more than one kid or teens.
@andread8093 3 ай бұрын
Loved this haul video and your voice. Very glad to find your video. I’m also homeschooling at CA, and my kid went to CAVA(K12 virtual school) since 2rd Grade after COVID. Recently, we sat down and talked if she wants to continue CAVA or go back to traditional school, or try something else. She is doing great at CAVA, just feels bored most time. And she is turning 5th grade this fall, and we are looking for alternative options for her schooling. I would love to hear more info related to CA homeschooling options and resources. ❤ Thanks in advance!
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Thank you 🥰 We have a lot of choices here in California! I will definitely make a video about it in the future, but you can find independent study charter schools serving your area by visiting this site: www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/cs/ap1/imagemap.aspx Some of the charters offer in-person classes, or like ours, will pay for classes offered by homeschool vendors. My kids take art, LEGO engineering, and are part of a local self-directed learning program. You can also inquire to see if your local school district offers alternative programs. Also, the CHN is a good resource: www.californiahomeschool.net/ And I love that you ask your daughter what she wants to do! I ask my kids at the end of every school year if they want to continue with homeschooling, go to public school, or try something new.
@RobMombie 3 ай бұрын
Loved your messages at the end when you were making your bed ❤ I needed that 🥹 Also, you’re right, the goth/punk in me has never left as well 😂 ps. Great haul! I want that oven now. Oooh and where did you get that gorgeous fan in your room?! 🤩
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
I've been using the Wonder Oven a ton! The fan is Vornado Vintage Pedestal Fan - it's way cheaper on Amazon now than when I first bought it! amzn.to/4aFl5az
@unknownt5391 3 ай бұрын
YES finally a biracial - Asian homeschooler in California. I’m Chinese and am interested all you have to share. You’ve gained a new subscriber :)❤
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you! And 🙌🏼 to you and all the Asian, biracial, & multiracial homeschoolers out there 🎉
@shanesmommy3146 3 ай бұрын
1,000th Subscriber- Congratulations!
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
Yay, thank you! 🎉
@beyondthebookshomeschool 3 ай бұрын
New subscriber & loved this video. How old is your son that reads Rick Riordan? My son is a huge fan too and has read so many of those titles also. I am like you, we generally borrow from the library because they take up so much space, but I did buy him a 4 box set for Christmas. I agree with your thoughts on state testing. Our children are so much more than the results. We homeschool in New York and it is highly regulated here. We have a few options for testing, but I still don’t like having to test them. Your aprons are so cute!!
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
I'm loving the aprons, but I keep forgetting to wear them 😂 My son is 12 and is reading Riordan’s books aloud to his 8 year old brother. It's a win-win AND gives my voice a break. And it'd be nice if we didn't have to test, but 🤷🏻♀️
@RockSimmer-gal4God 3 ай бұрын
Nothing wrong with outside play!!! Stationary is always needed and I stock up on it!!! My planner starts in March as well!!! We had to switch state as my work allows us to homeschool thru Hawaii as that’s where the company is based and our government is making homeschool difficult!!! My company requires a lot of ppl to travel so they encourage homeschooling for that reason!!! We have a convention oven and we love it!!!
@lifeinthetrenches 3 ай бұрын
How cool that your company encourages homeschooling!
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