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Where'd You Learn That, Total Language Plus and Progeny Press have literature guides.

Sounds like some fun picks!! The link shows Annie’s picks, but when you click on Alicia’s, it shows Oops, Not Found. 😂

I understand how you feel about instagram, I gave up on it too, it is like a circus monkey thing, but I think that it would be nice to have static posts from you show up on my feed with like a longish caption, maybe some of the stuff you have in your newsletter. I've seen people who are not big on instagram have success doing it that way. =)

Always good to catch up with you, Alecia. These chats remind me of your podcast, which remains my all time favorite “Fall Revamp” content and I listen and relisten, again and again. You have such a way of making things feel cozy. I haven’t posted on IG for almost 5 years, but this week, finally deleted. I don’t know what had me hanging on for so long? This week, I heard someone point out that, things that keep you coming back over and over but never satisfy or satiate you, aren’t good (Godly). Bam, social media. I am trying to be more dedicated to filling my life with things that satisfy. Food, books, worship, deep thinking. It’s amazing how unfocused I feel sometimes. I am very ready to be back to school. I am craving a routine and structure. This year has been a tough one so far and the promise of new beginnings that school brings is a shiny bright spot. Plus, it’s our first year of High School for my oldest. Ack! Going to be downloading your High School Planner, for sure! “I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils, if I knew your name and address.” -Joe Fox, You've Got Mail

I can’t find the article by Ashley can you please link it. This was an awesome episode ❤

I have read more fiction books this summer than I have in years and years! I'm always reading nonfiction trying to better myself and get great homeschoold ideas. It has been so fun and rejuvenating reading fiction just for fun!!

I got off IG seven and half years ago after I was podcasting. I just was so convicted that I would cause another mom to stumble and not love the life she is given, and not someone else's life. I do a little you tube watching. God will honor and bless your decisions as the Lord leads.

Oh Alicia, Praying for your mama heart. Nothing can prepare you as a homeschool mom to the college drop off. It ripped out my heart, and I sobbed the whole way home, and once we got home I sobbed more because it felt like something was missing in our home. It's an exciting season for them but hard on your mama heart. Give yourself grace to ease back into new rhythms with your other kiddos. Give yourself grace to feel all the emotions. I pray for your sweet mama heart, and for your son's journey on becoming the man of God he has for him to be.

We are trying to go through our summer as slow as possible. Our oldest at home will be graduating high school in 2025. She’s our 2nd, but first homeschool graduate. The feelings are all over the place. So glad to hear from you. I understand your enjoyment from your social fast, but I will say you’re such a breath of fresh air on here. I always leave your chats/ videos from IG and YT encouraged and not stressed at all. Enjoy the rest of your summer 🥰

Thank you so much for this!! While we're between years 2 and 3 of high school, this still helps. I appreciate your time, Alicia. I do have a quick question - what did you use for apologetics? I've looked at stuff out there, but trusting I know how strongly you feel about it (I do too), I'd love to know how you approached this. Thanks again!

Can you skip years of easy grammar. Like easy grade grade 2 then just to 4 then 6 etc?

Thank you for mentioning how one can push too hard. I am a new homeschool Mom and before the next school year my thoughts have been back and forth with how we will approach math next year.

Their recipes call for vegetable oil which is super toxic...

Love these suggestions! I grew up in church but never really dug into my bible until I became an adult. I got a study version that made sense to me and have almost read through it. But I still feel like such a newbie and that I dont know where to look or have the right answers when my kids have questions. Any suggestions on that? So I think I feel intimidated just reading through the bible with them, I try to find a resource or a curriculum. Does that make sense? Lol

I learned about homeschooling with a Bible, library card, and a math book from Carole Joy Seid from Homeschool Made Simple podcast. She was a pioneer. And her knowledge is a breath of fresh air.

Totally agree about habits for the household. 😊

I love Bomb Pops and sunburn and sticky arms thay come clean in the pool (✨️👊😘)... and this talk was astoundingly empowering & soul food level nourishing. Thank you for getting me through planting the onions AND throwing some good gas on my thinking fires. Bless you both and your summertimes, too 💛

Fix it grammar is another grammar through editing approach.. we LOVE it!

I’m teaching my 6th child to read and it’s definitely my favorite part of home schooling. They’ve. All started at different ages and all are doing well.

Does the learning well journal ship overseas? Is it possible to download and print the journal?

I love meal planning videos!

Thank you for making this video. My oldest is 8th grade this year and Lord willing we want to finish the race!

I can so relate to this. I am very much enjoying your videos and hope you'll continue! Thank you for sharing and encouraging. -Amanda E.

Alicia, Thank you for being so honest and truthful with these mama's. Such fear surrounding high school when colleges just want your money. Lol Neither of our older two had any problem getting into college and or trade.

And, yes parents need to be extremely careful with dual enrollment because college is very liberal. Even Christian colleges. Once a professor gets tenure they can't be fired even if they change their views on Christianity. Know your kids and their personalities.

Amen on the dual enrollment. We have graduated two thus far. We didn't do dual enrollment. Worked on passions, apologetics and logic, and Bible to prepare them to go out into this world. We had one become a fireman and one get a huge academic scholarship to a private college. Both different routes. But, the dual enrollment was not an issue.

Congratulations to your son graduating

Great tips! Definitely aiming for a more relaxed, less planned summer as well ☺️ We are also really big Jonathan Auxier fans…we’ve read all his books but Sophie Quire. My kids are 10 (boy) & 8 (girl) and we really enjoyed The Night Gardner (read it this year)…although it is on the darker side it’s a really great story. But our favorite is Sweep! SO good!! I’ve listen to a few of his interviews and my kids have taken a few workshops with him, he is definitely a Christian and one that I feel is trustworthy (I totally get what you guys mean when you say that no longer means much, so sad!). You both are wonderful, thank you for your constant encouragement, I always look forward to your podcasts/videos 🥰

Very nice and good 👍😊👍😊👍😊❤

We have read all the Jonathan Auxier books and do enjoy them. Although, The Night Gardner is darker and I wouldn't read it for younger kids,but Jr High and up depending on your child should be good. I have six kiddos and the range 22, 20, 18, 17, 14 and 9. My young adult ones have read The Night Gardner but not my younger ones. Thank y'all for sharing.

Hello, how many lessons total? ThNks😊

We are loving reading through the Bible without all the clutter of a devotional. I love a good devotional, but more than not we get overwhelmed with the schedule of one.

I've been loving Adventures in Odyssey since the 80s and my kids still enjoy it. There is so much Bible knowledge in those episodes! Focus on the Family Radio Theatre is good as well.

This was so helpful. Thank you!

I am so happy that you are doing more here on KZfaq, Alicia.

Instagram has always been my favorite but now it just feels like too much a lot of times. I still enjoy it but I love these little coffee chats and planner flip-throughs so I’m happy you’ll be creating YT content. So nice to sit with a cup of coffee and enjoy :) thank you!

I look forward to your KZfaq videos, podcast, emails and magazine. I try not to go on instagram so much. Thank you for all the beautiful and inspiring content you put out. Finishing year 4 of homeschooling and you have been a blessing❤

I enjoy KZfaq way more and you’re right about IG it feels gimmicky and I get it, engagement makes the content show up more -but ugh it’s exhausting! I’ve always really enjoyed your content so having you on KZfaq feels like a coffee date & I’m very happy to have this from you!

Yay for KZfaq, I enjoy your videos. I'm not on Instagram anymore. I have four kids similar ages, mine are 24, 21, 15 and 13. My oldest is getting married in September. My son moved out in February. Different dynamic when a child moves out but all good things. My mom has worsening Alzheimer's so that has made this season hard. But God is good and He will get us through. Thanks for all the tips and help! Yes I feel ya with the workout struggle as well. I want to get mine done in the morning mentally but physically to get my body lifting weights in the morning is another story haha 😅 I'm gonna try it though to help with my schedule. I love grocery pickup and finally did the Walmart delivery service to help and with ordering groceries for my mom.

Love the KZfaq videos and yes teens and young adults are really busy… a lot of driving for me😅 I have a 21 year old and two teens 16 & 13

Same! Been enjoying the longer format as well, I feel like it’s a better way to get to know the people we follow ☺️ Great video, love your tips and perspective!

I prefer KZfaq videos also! I have been really enjoying your channel lately… just recently realized you were posting over here.. I’ve been a following of your content for quite a while. We took a Little House On the Prairie Road trip back in 2018 with a huge help from your blog posts!

I have been enjoying being on KZfaq for homeschooling content more as well. Love your videos, Alicia!

I have loved your videos and seeing them more often. I definitely use KZfaq more than instagram and podcasts more than KZfaq (*3 cheers for Over At Alecia’s*) :) Your videos are the perfect shot in the arm before I start a busy day. You’re a kindred spirit and I love all of your content.

Same! I enjoy youtube way more than IG! I feel like after 2020, IG hasn't been the same. Sigh! So happy to see you here more often. I've been following your homeschool journey for a while. Love your content, your heart for Jesus and us homeschool moms. ❤

I spend more time on KZfaq than IG because I learn more watching longer format. It’s made what IG offers not enough.

You have a really good eye for decorating! It always amazes me when I see how others put things together that I would have never thought to do! Thanks for the inspiration, you make me want to go hit up our local antique store ☺️

This is fantastic! Thanks for doing this!