Your vocabulary system is very amazing! I love the yellow index cards. Lol! very clever.
@heartsandmindsathomeАй бұрын
Thank you, Shannon! ☺️
@amandamendoza41815 ай бұрын
We are in Texas as well, near Austin. Moved here is 2019. I have 4 children and have been drawn to the Robinson curriculum. Thanks for sharing!
@heartsandmindsathome4 ай бұрын
Sweet!! Welcome to Texas! :) Feel free to ask questions if you have any.
@josselleW5 ай бұрын
Love it
@samking41796 ай бұрын
love the book titles. I am guessing you are a libertarian. good stuff!
@jazminj65127 ай бұрын
Could you make a video pronouncing every one of these sounds from the rc. I have a hard time with the pronouncing I already printed it off of the cd disks but don’t know how to teach the sounds because I don’t know them myself 🤦♀️🤦♀️😭
@samanthagraveswalters844310 ай бұрын
I have read this post I loved it. Can you do more videos on the Robinson Curriculum ❤
@user-gx2dy6wm4q Жыл бұрын
Should we put silica gel packet also in the container?
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
That's a good question! I have not had a problem with moisture and haven't done that. But it's one of those things that couldn't hurt and might help, so it would be worth trying if the environment in which they're stored calls for that. I'd worry a little about the packet possibly breaking the flowers, but that's only if it's bumped around a lot, which isn't likely. (Or maybe they should be put it in the container, but not the bags, if breakage is a concern.) That's a good thing to consider!
@lindsayrosas5678 Жыл бұрын
What did you think of Dr. Fred Ray Lybrand’s writing course?
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
Hi! I really like how short, sweet, and to the point it is. It starts with really simple prompts and builds from there, and it’s extra helpful for getting past perfectionism or writer’s block - because he’s so good at reminding everyone that your first composition won’t be great, and that’s fine! Even if you start with something “okay” - that is still a step in the ‘write’ direction (pun intended). ;) So, the goal is to start with “okay,” then turn it into something good; and finish with something great. Taking the “must be perfect the first time” pressure off, helped my oldest get over not wanting to write at all. It was hard for her to get through the course, because it was counterintuitive for her to not think everything she wrote down had to be perfect, but AFTER going through it, she took off writing and hasn’t stopped! With my 2nd and 3rd children, we started it and didn’t finish… but one of them writes like it’s going out of style, and the other still does a lot of copywork. It would be good for us to get the Writing Course out again soon. It’s different from typical writing curriculum because it isn’t grammar focused. But I found that aspect refreshing and not a hindrance at all.
@lindsayrosas5678 Жыл бұрын
@@heartsandmindsathome thank you SO much for your insight! This sounds like just what we need ❤️ can’t wait to give it a try!
@gervaisehedrick5411 Жыл бұрын
This great advice is so helpful and timely. Thank you.
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome; I’m glad you found it helpful!
@elishaa.7417 Жыл бұрын
Great advice! I so needed to hear this. ❤
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
I’m glad to know it encouraged you, too!
@celestetyndall9892 Жыл бұрын
Can you print all of these books from the curriculum?
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
Yes! The books on the Robinson Curriculum are printable (in addition to several reference books and other resources that aren't on the reading list). The math text books are the only books NOT included that must be purchased separately. When we got our curriculum, I received all of it on discs and it had directions how to install it on the computer. There is tech support if any issues come up, but I haven't had any. Also, now there is the option to have an online account once the curriculum is purchased, and all that requires is a log-in, and everything would be printable straight from the website! That's what I do now, instead of using the discs :) The first 2 years of online access are included in the curriculum cost of $195 (which covers all kids for all 12 years). After that, you can continue the online access for $36 per year, if you choose. I hope that helps!
@Linda-ww5mu Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Thinking about using RC, but not sure how it all works. Searching for info. My kids are older. 10-16yrs. Thanks again.
@clarkclips8015 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video! You reminded me to stick to the RC basics and not try to add things. I like how you organize and keep things simple.
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear that!
@cherijanzen185 Жыл бұрын
love how the vocabulary cards are organized!
@xwingdma595 Жыл бұрын
Also love to see how you have made some of your books (sewn and binded). I just recently gotten into that too. We also have 5 acres and chickens and goats
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
That's wonderful! Every now and then, I'll ask my husband about getting goats and he keeps saying no! 😆Are they for milk or meat or both?
@xwingdma595 Жыл бұрын
@@heartsandmindsathomefor milk and also we breed and sell the babies and let the kids keep the proceeds of the sales. I am not sure how practical they are but its very fun and educational!
@xwingdma595 Жыл бұрын
Love the video and how you have everything organized on your RC shelf. Would love to hear more about how you encorpprate the vocabulary cards and book tests into your school. We have every RC book and have been doing RC for 11 years but have never been great about doing those two things.
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
Hi! It's so fun hearing from other RC families! And same here... 11 years in and we are hit-or-miss with the exams and vocab (better at vocab though). It gives me some relief to know the 'original' Robinson family did not incorporate those into their own home education (they were added later by others) and the children raised without those aspects still grew to be intelligent adults. For the vocabulary, my children spend the first 15 minutes of their reading time studying the set they're on, and I quiz them verbally when they feel confident enough to do so. And then they get another set (It's random for us - not matching the vocab set with the book they're in). For the exams, I put an "E" next to book title on the book list I printed, so as we go, I know without having to get on the computer if there is an exam available for that book. We don't do every one though... I have a speed-reader who got through Tom Sawyer suspiciously quickly, and just to help slow her down to pay more attention, I had her re-read it along with the exam as an open-book test. I don't expect a perfect score right now, but see the value in introducing what those tests are like (way more difficult than public school level, no doubt). It just occurred to me that I could print one of each exam and offer them dry-erase style. Maybe I'll do that, so that I don't get hung up on not being able to jump onto the computer to print them at random moments in the day! Another way to use the tests could be to verbally ask a question or two from them, to spark some narration on what they've read. I hope that makes sense; sorry this comment got so long!
@xwingdma595 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your ideas and info!
@courtneydavis1810 Жыл бұрын
Mine are 3, 5, and 7 and we live a similar lifestyle. Love hearing from you!
@nbobrick17 Жыл бұрын
I'm so happy to see other RC KZfaqrs! I organized my vocab cards the same way :)
@lindsayrosas5678 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you! Have you had to make adaptations to the book list? What have you added/taken away and why? Thanks for your thoughts!
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
Oh, this is a wonderful question! I could probably go on and on, so I'll try and do a video soon with the long answer! But the short answer is: yes and no, lol! I wouldn't say I've *had* to make any changes out of necessity; but I *have* chosen to remove and add some things, mainly due to personal preference! I love the flexibility, and choosing books to add that I'd love for my family to learn from. :)
@lindsayrosas5678 Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! Can’t wait to hear more!
@samanthagraveswalters8443 Жыл бұрын
I have missed you ! Lol. It’s nice to have another RC mom on KZfaq yay :) I am still trying to transition children 100% into Robinson and we are almost there tho. My oldest are working through McGuffeys and I have one in Saxon. My 11 year old is still doing copy work bc he’s struggling
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
Aww, hi Samantha! 😁 That’s awesome. And I think copywork is great and beneficial no matter the age! It’s nice to be able to do what’s best for them, and writing can be eased into over time :)
@Honeyoc Жыл бұрын
OOh great video! And thanks for putting out a video on the Robinson Curriculum, not enough people know about it which is a shame. It's lovely to see other Robinson homeschoolers sharing how they implement it!
@landofkakiakahomeschool Жыл бұрын
I'm interested in all of it! I'd love to hear your thoughts of Dr. Lybrand's writing resources.
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
Great question! I'll have to do a video on that soon. At first my kids didn't like it; but with the way their writing took off after going through the course, I would definitely recommend it! I think it's especially good for perfectionist-types who struggle with even starting or wanting to write, out of fear they won't do it 'correctly' (if that makes sense).
@samanthagraveswalters8443 Жыл бұрын
I hope you make more videos
@heartsandmindsathome Жыл бұрын
Thank you! That's encouraging and sweet ~ and I hope so, too! I've been wanting to, and just haven't made the time. So I appreciate your input :)
@audrey66882 жыл бұрын
How do you print the flash cards? Thanks for your video.
@heartsandmindsathome2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your question! If you have the curriculum, there is a file included on the first RC disc that is printable (or via online subscription if you go that route). I eventually broke down and purchased the pre-printed ones from the RC site, though! It's a lot to buy all at once, but they are also offered in smaller sets so they can be purchased some at a time. The entire set includes 6,464 words!
@juliequates95292 жыл бұрын
Are you using the AlphaPhonics program as well? I think that is separate from the RC phonics flashcards. Great set up! RC newbie!
@heartsandmindsathome2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Julie! I’ve actually never used the Alpha Phonics material! I’ve got 5 readers now, and 2 to go. I know the Alpha Phonics program is highly recommended by many, and I’ve been curious to check it out (I think it’s included in the RC discs? Or maybe I’m wrong on that; I need to check), but we just haven’t had a need for anything beyond phonics flash cards and reading together, then easing our way into McGuffey’s Eclectic Primer :) ~Karly If you have any other questions, feel free to ask!
@Christisliftedup322 жыл бұрын
Still like your videos. God bless you n your family
@samanthagraveswalters84432 жыл бұрын
Can you do more videos on RC?
@heartsandmindsathome2 жыл бұрын
Hi! I would love to. Please let me know if there is a particular RC related topic that would be most helpful. I hope to share more from the course of study on how each subject is approached, along with what that looks like for us (because not all RC users go about it exactly the same!) I really appreciate the interest ~ thank you so much for reaching out!
@samanthagraveswalters84432 жыл бұрын
Of course I am trying to transition and don’t wanna change math. Bc we love our math. Transitioning tips please
@samanthagraveswalters84432 жыл бұрын
There def needs to be more RC talk on KZfaq and blogs. I am reading to jump in RC lol. I’m over all the curriculum anxiety
@samanthagraveswalters84432 жыл бұрын
Is it okay if I email or message with questions on RC? Do you have Facebook ? I can message you there it would easier
@heartsandmindsathome2 жыл бұрын
@@samanthagraveswalters8443 I'm not on Facebook anymore. I am on MeWe, and email is also fine! It's [email protected]
@teyateyaohteya2 жыл бұрын
Found you on Mr. Preston's channel. Hello fellow fulfilled covenant believer and homeschooler.
@heartsandmindsathome2 жыл бұрын
Hi!! Yay! That is so fun 😁💛🤗
@heartsandmindsathome11 ай бұрын
Hey! I saw your comment again recently and wanted to come back to it to share that Durenda Wilson - a mainstream homeschool mom/podcaster - has a recent interview with her pastor about them being preterists now! I think the title of it is “Are We Living in the Last Days?” in case you want to look it up. It’s worth the listen! I only disagreed with one little point they made at the very end (about the great commission) but besides that, it was a really good conversation!
@bridget29622 жыл бұрын
Don’t forget silica
@heartsandmindsathome2 жыл бұрын
Great idea! We got a bunch of those packets to pack books for a recent move. I will use some for the flowers now, just in case. Thank you!
@juzanne3 жыл бұрын
hi are you still using the Robinson curriculum? If so do you still like the curriculum? Thanks.
@heartsandmindsathome3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Yes, we're still doing the Robinson Curriculum and still liking it! I really appreciate the fact that my older ones can work independently, so I can focus on getting the younger ones on the path to reading and learning math facts. With a solid foundation, it's so fun to see them take off! That doesn't happen at exactly the same time for all children, of course. But it's freeing to be able to help each one just as they need. When kids learn that they can learn, and what a reward that is in itself, it's a powerful thing!
@juzanne3 жыл бұрын
@@heartsandmindsathome Thanks so much for sharing your updates. It is awesome to know that your children are thriving with the program. How old are your children? How do you use the program with your younger children? How do you get your children to memorize math facts? Do you just use the cards or add supplements? I have a 7yo, 5yo, and 3yo twins. Thanks for sharing your journey, tips, and wisdom.
@heartsandmindsathome3 жыл бұрын
@@juzanne My children are currently 12, 10, 9, 7, 6, 4, and 16 months. I do use xtramath to keep track of which math facts they know well enough to move on, because it's free and I don't have to give last names or any personal info to use the program, and it quizzes them for me, basically - which is a huge load off when you have a lot of little ones at that stage! (xtramath.org) I also have the math Wrap-Ups and the FlashMaster to supplement, but we don't use them as much and they aren't necessary. You really can use just flash cards and it still works! (I show what Wrap-Ups and the FlashMaster are in my math flash card organization video, if you haven't seen it and want to - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h8poY7h3ztuthH0.html) The RC program technically begins once a child knows their math facts for each operation through 12, and can read. So what I do with the younger ones is simply geared toward that end. Once the child is old enough to understand the process, I have them sit with a portion of flash cards, and they study through them by reading the answer side first. Then, once they are ready, they transition to quizzing themselves on the side without the answer (I do this with them the first few rounds, until I have watched them do it themselves enough to know they can do it without me). When quizzing, they make 2 piles - one for the cards they answered correctly and quickly, and one for the cards the didn't know, or didn't know well enough (if they have to think about it a while or try to figure it out on their fingers, I know they haven't memorized it and it goes in the incorrect pile). After doing this for their whole stack, they pick up the incorrect pile to study and quiz again, repeating the process until all the cards end up in the correctly answered pile. For reading, we use a phonics-only approach. I have not updated my blog site in quite a long time, but I do share the reasons we don't do "sight words" in the following post. It also includes more details on how we do phonics, which is really simple! (I have to keep things simple or I'd go crazy, ha! There is also a lot of value in focusing on building a strong foundation, and not cluttering life up with a bunch of busy work.) I'm about to start phonics with my 6th child, and I have taught the others this way - with no sight words - and the older ones read very well. I hope this helps! Thank you for your questions! heartsandmindsathome.weebly.com/homeeducation/our-rc-reading-plan
@juzanne3 жыл бұрын
@@heartsandmindsathome wow this was super helpful! Wow your quiver is so blessed too😍 Thanks so much for taking time to breakdown the math facts Memorization. I crave simplicity now that I have multiples lol. Your blog is great too. I really appreciate your help and I'm excited to start RC soon. My 7yo is just starting his journey on math facts and we started Saxon 3 last year without knowing about RC. He skipped over Saxon 1 &2. But I will wrap up Saxon and just focus on math facts so he can be ready for Saxon 5/4. I will also start math facts with my daughter because she is 5yo and starting reading fairly well all last year, I'm so happy for her. She loves to read. Keep being the amazing and blessing mother that you are and thank you dearly for sharing your journey and experience to help me in my journey. You are appreciated. Hugs:)
@tabithah1983 жыл бұрын
Are the Vocabulary exercises on the CDs? I haven't been able to find them.
@heartsandmindsathome3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Yes! The vocabulary exercises are on Disc 1 (book list # 501)... probably at the very end!
Can you make a short video how to pack your press or arranged it in plastic. Pls how to press flower in manual
@heartsandmindsathome3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Aliah! That's a great question. The ones you see in this video, for the most part, were not pressed by me, but by greetingsofgrace.com. If I'm looking for a specific type of plant or color to use in a project, I like going to that site for pressed flowers. A lot of my personal pressing has been done by trial and error! I would try to use perfect specimens and place them face-down, carefully, in the phone book or flower press, and upon checking them a few weeks later, would find that some turn out beautifully, and others - not so much! It is fun but I have only done it as a hobbyist and not a professional. I'm sorry I can't share more on how the pros package them so neatly!
@patrickalison12703 жыл бұрын
Nice job on the video! (A friend just told me that you mentioned my name at the beginning--so I had to watch it, of course.) ;) Otonya
@heartsandmindsathome3 жыл бұрын
Oh, sweet! It's good to hear from you! I'm so grateful for how much you've helped us in the RC group! 💛~Karly
@Sustainable.Motherhood3 жыл бұрын
What printer do you use/recommend?
@heartsandmindsathome3 жыл бұрын
We were given an older Brother monochrome printer a couple of years ago, and it has held up well! Brother laser printers and Epson EcoTanks are typically the ones I see mentioned most in conversations about printing books as economically-friendly as possible. Of course, there are several models of each, about which one would have to read the specifications to choose which one best suits the family's usage needs, budget, etc. I'm sorry my answer isn't specific, but hope that helps give some guidance for a good place to begin browsing!
@christinechittenden68123 жыл бұрын
That was amazing! Thank you SO much for sharing your knowledge. 😊
@heartsandmindsathome3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind encouragement! 🤗
@mybrokenbum45054 жыл бұрын
Do you press your flowers between tissue paper as well?
@heartsandmindsathome4 жыл бұрын
I do not, but it depends... I have a small flower press that has paper between the cardboard layers, and I have also used large books and phone books for pressing flowers. I have seen blank newspaper sold for this purpose as well, so tissue paper could be worth a try! I would only use a barrier between the flower and pressing medium if the paper type in a book was slick/glossy or might be ruined, or if I had a wooden press that was on the rougher side (to protect the flower). Maybe we'll try tissue paper and see, so I can come back with a shorter reply, ha! 😆
@mybrokenbum45054 жыл бұрын
@@heartsandmindsathome Thank you for your response!! I appreciate the tips! =) I have some flowers in my yard that only have a few days left to them and thought I'd give them a new purpose if possible!
@tbird1966654 жыл бұрын
The missing lines: Like the swell of some sweet tune, Morning rises into noon, May glides onward into June. I like to follow in my book while listening to someone read the poems. I get so much out of following along while listening to someone reading it. I am working on reading the complete Longfellow book. I have the1882, The Household Edition, with the dark burgundy front. Just so you know, I am subscribing to your channel. Also, if you could help me; I have been trying to find a lot of the translation poems. I had to read Coplass De Manrique on my own because I was unable to find anyone that had put it on KZfaq. Thanks
@heartsandmindsathome4 жыл бұрын
Yes! I remember that part from when I recited it at a poetry tea! 🤦♀️ I never realized that I skipped over it for this. Haha, I guess that shows I'm human. 😅 Thank you again for your input and pointing that out. The Ladder of St. Augustine is another by Longfellow that I love. Maybe I'll do that one next if I get around to it (and double check before uploading)! I'm not a hardcore youtuber but enjoy sharing when I can. Thanks again!
@tbird1966654 жыл бұрын
I love the way you read the poetry. There is one thing with this poem I thought you should know. The entire lines 28-30 are missing.
@heartsandmindsathome4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'd love to know what they are - either I blanked out in the recitation or the copy I memorized didn't include it. I'm curious but have got to run for now. I will definitely look at it later, and consult various versions of others should I do more. :) Thank you so much!
@Beehighfive4 жыл бұрын
Awesome idea. I am currently drying flowers I intend to use of crafts and today I was wondering how I am going to store them. A couple of days ago I saw a punch of those photo containers on clearance at Micheal's. I will be making a trip back tomorrow there tomorrow to pick some up. Thank you for sharing your idea. Is the tissue paper your using the type we use for stuffing Christmas gift bags? Thanks.
@heartsandmindsathome4 жыл бұрын
So great to find them on clearance! Have fun organizing! And yes, it's just regular gift-wrap tissue paper that I used. :)
@Beehighfive4 жыл бұрын
@@heartsandmindsathome Thank you. Have a great day!
@Evelyn555154 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@brookek24074 жыл бұрын
I just ordered these flash cards a few hours ago and was browsing KZfaq trying to find help on best way to store/use them and found this! It's perfect! Have the baskets on the way from Amazon now too! Thank you!
@heartsandmindsathome4 жыл бұрын
Yay! I'm so glad you found it helpful. 😊
@brookefavorat11294 жыл бұрын
Awww I love those smart little cuties at the end of the video! Tumult lol... :D
@nakonafrenchak83435 жыл бұрын
You should show us how you make the bookmarks. :)
@nakonafrenchak83435 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!
@CoconutsandGrits5 жыл бұрын
Love this idea and your organization! Thank you for sharing 😊
@kim-n-ashchesmore54165 жыл бұрын
thank you for this recommendation! I have not been able to find flashcards in such an order, I have many different sets and all of them are quite confusing to say the least. Thank you Thank you Thank you! Plus I love your organizing idea! I am so gonna copy you!
@heartsandmindsathome5 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! It's so much fun to get them organized to where you can just cruise! (For the most part anyway, haha.) Hope your homeschooling is going well!