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A Homeschooler's Ambitious PD Summer Stack | Part 1: The First 22 + New Schoolnest Reading Journal!
A Homeschooler’s Overly Ambitious PD Summer Reading Stack| Part 1: The First 22! Bonus: The Schoolnest New Reading Journal! Check out the timestamps below for easy navigation! 👇🏽
(Please note, some titles have been sent to me for review at some point. This is diclosed within the video).
🌟 Time Stamps:
0:00 intro
02:39 why PD reads?
05:45 what this series is not.
06:23 book tour begins! (PD reads)
13:59 new Schoolnest Reading Journal
20:24 resume PD reads
25:00 audiobooks PD reads
31:48 beautiful mind stack
39:35 pre-reads
47:19 Waldorf inspired
48:07 (Re-visit old friends)Waldorf and More
⭐️ Links Mentioned:
PD Reads on Amazon (aff): amzn.to/4bXPmmi
PD Reads on my Bookshop store (aff): bookshop.org/lists/the-atypical-and-typical-pd-reads-of-a-homeschooler
New Schoolnest Reading Journal (aff): amzn.to/3Vpb8Z6
⭐️ Videos Mentioned:
Purging My Home Library| Vlog: Reflecting, Sharing, and Looking Ahead| Part 1
ua-cam.com/video/fHO9Tcex5l4/v-deo.html
▪️ discounts codes and affiliate links (and storefronts) to some of my favorite products:
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▪️ About Me:
Hey there, lovely people! I'm Arlene - your go-to booknerd, passionate planner aficionado, and seasoned homeschooler. My journey is fueled by the dynamic interplay of my ADHD-driven mind and occasional bursts of Dominican charm. 🇩🇴
Transitioning from RN to WAHM has gifted me with a rich blend of experiences. Currently, I'm navigating the middle and high school years with my kiddos, while embracing a flexible Waldorf-inspired approach to education. 🫶🏽
So, grab your lukewarm drink friends, and join me on this collective adventure. 📚
✨Also, like no one reads these, so I’m basically talking to myself 🤔
▪️Other places to connect:
My main IG account, arleneandcompany, is now set to private. Only requests referred by a current well-known follower will be considered. Thank you for understanding!
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▪️FTC Disclaimer: (the fine print)
Unless otherwise stated, products featured on my channel have been purchased by me. If I have products sent to me for review or if I partner with a company (e.g., as an affiliate), I will disclose it in the video and description. All opinions and reviews that I share are always entirely my own. Know that I only partner with companies that I respect, love, and will use their products personally. My integrity is of the utmost importance when providing you with resource suggestions; and are never influenced by a brand or a company.
As an Amazon Associate I earn commission from qualifying purchases. All affiliate links or sponsorship are clearly marked. Thank you for supporting my channel by using my links when available.
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▪️Music:
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Music by Mykyl - So Long to Sanity - thmatc.co/?l=EC8A7495
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The Great Home Library Purge Continues| Vlog: Books & Resources| Part 3
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📚 As requested… join me for part 3 of the great 2024 Home Library Purge. In this episode, you'll find more books and resources, along with some insights, of course. We'll be sorting and organizing to make room for the next school year-and, naturally, some shenanigans along the way. ⭐️ Links Mentioned: My Amazon Favorites (affiliate): www.amazon.com/shop/arleneandcompany?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_aipsfs...
The Wonders of Watercolor| New from Thistles and Biscuits | 1 of 3 Art Studies
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🎨 Releasing this week... the brand new study from Thistles and Biscuits, The Wonders of Watercolor. This is the first of three volumes in the art study series. Check out this walkthrough to learn all about it! Links Mentioned: Use my code Arlene20 for 20% off your order for digital products in their shop: www.thistlesandbiscuits.com/copy-of-books-we-love ▪️Time stamps: 0:00 intro 0:29 overview/...
Back to Hogwarts with Con*Quest Journals Teacher and Student Planners! 2024-25
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⚡️ 📚✨ Back to Hogwarts with the 2024-25 Teacher and Student Planner from Con*Quest Journals! ✨📚 (received for review) Join me for a comprehensive walkthrough of these magical planners. I’ll also share some great adaptation ideas for homeschoolers and put the teacher planner to the pen test! Don't miss out on organizing your school year with a touch of Hogwarts flair! 🪄📖 Links Mentioned: Shop he...
Home Library Purge Vlog| Part 2: Resource Books and Curriculum Treasures
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Home Library Purge Vlog| Part 2: Resource Books and Curriculum Treasures! Join me for Part 2 of the Home Library Purge Vlog, where we dive into the treasures of resource books and curriculum essentials. Witness as we bid farewell to old reads and make space for the captivating stories of the upcoming 2024-25 school year. some items shown has been sent to me for review at some point in the past....
Purging My Home Library| Vlog: Reflecting, Sharing, and Looking Ahead| Part 1
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📚 Purging My Home Library| Vlog: Reflecting, Sharing, and Looking Ahead| Part 1 Get ready for the great book purge of 2024! 📚 Part 1: Bidding farewell to old reads and making space for the stories of the 2024-25 school year ahead! some items shown has been sent to me for review at some point in the past. Indicated in the video. ⭐️ Videos Mentioned: Epic High School Unboxing | Mother/Daughter Ch...
Let’s Put It To The Test! | Schoolnest Planners + Paper Mate Flair Pens| with highlighters too!
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🖊️ You asked, and I'm delivering! One of my most frequently asked questions every time I provide a walkthrough of the newest planner releases by Schoolnest is about Paper Mate Flair pens. How well do they perform? Well, I went out and purchased a set of medium point (0.7) Paper Mate Flair pens to put them to the test. And because I like to push my own tests to their limits, let's highlight over...
New Erin Condren Teacher Vertical Planner and Accessories| all the things, all the details! 2024-25
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It’s time! Let’s take a comprehensive walkthrough the newest upcoming release from Erin Condren. Let’s dive into the long awaited layout , vertical! Check out the Bold Bloom design, several accessories, pen tests, homeschool planner comparison and much more! (Timestamps below 👇🏽) I received this collection in exchange for my honest review, my opinions remain honest and always my own🩵 📚 shop the...
Training Aliens Level 1 | Adventures in Social & Emotional Skills~K-8 | Comprehensive Walkthrough
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⭐️ Let's explore the exciting new release, Training Aliens Level 1, crafted by Dr. Wilson, the creative force behind Grammar Galaxy and Fast Grammar. This social-emotional learning program immerses students and empowers even the youngest learners. Targeting grades K-8, the application of this program will be detailed in my video. Dr. Wilson, a clinical psychologist, infuses her curriculum with ...
Brand New Release* Comic Arts Volume 2 | Thistles and Biscuits | and Our Favorite Drawing Supplies!
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⭐️ Get ready for another fantastic release from the dynamic duo, Thistles and Biscuits! Remember the Comic Arts unit? Well, today I'll walk you through the sequel, Comic Arts Volume 2. We'll delve into its evolution, make some comparisons, and wrap it up with a bonus chat about our favorite drawing supplies. Use code Arlene20 for 20% off their digital products (not affiliated). ⭐️ Time Stamps: ...
New Layout by Schoolnest?! What's Different and How Does the Weekly Planning Notebook Compare?
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⭐️ Introducing the latest from Schoolnest: The Weekly Planning Notebook! Featuring a brand-new layout by Megan, this planner offers unique features that sets it apart from her other planners. How does it differ from the minimalist version? What are its versatile uses? Dive into our comprehensive review to uncover all the details! ⭐️ Links Mentioned: New Weekly Planning Notebook from Schoolnest™...
Immersive Waldorf Inspired Math| Fractions Year 3: The Beauty of Play Math Curriculum
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⭐️Explore the newest release from @beauty_of_play : Fractions Year 3! Immerse yourself in this Waldorf-inspired math curriculum and uncover its unique approach. Discover what makes it stand out and explore other offerings in her shop! This is a PDF curricula, supplues shown are from our own stock of supplies from multiple suppliers. ⭐️ Today's video walkthrough and review are sponsored by The B...
Not Just For Students! The New Erin Condren Academic Planner Collection| 2024-25
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Join me today for a walkthrough of one of my favorite layouts from Erin Condren, the brand new 2024-2025 Academic Planner Collection. This year’s coiled designs are Sunset Floral, Canvas, Special Edition Star Wars, and Focused interior (and other binding options)! Yes! I said Canvas! You can choose between July, August, or September start. There’s also a new add in available this year! You’ll f...
✨ Schoolnest 2024 Homeschool Lesson Planning Notebook Collection!
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For the artist in all of us, May this tool be your muse. The brand new collection from Schoolnest! Dive into every change, addition, and new surprises of the 2024 Lesson Planning Notebooks! Grab your brush and pass it down! 🎨 ⭐️ Links Mentioned: Sunrise (minimalist): amzn.to/3VmSW3U (aff) Splatter (big one): amzn.to/3VsztP6 (aff) Companion Notebook (splatter): amzn.to/4aHcLHJ (aff) Companion No...
Spanish Learning Adventures: High School and Middle School Curricula Review! | Secular Homeschool
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Spanish Learning Adventures: High School and Middle School Curricula Review! Join us as we reflect on our experiences a few months in: Did they meet our expectations? Will we continue with them or explore other options? Find out in this comprehensive review video! 📚 #SpanishLearning #CurriculumReview #secularhomeschool ⭐️ Links Mentioned: www.rainbowresource.com/ ⭐️Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 0:44 ...
The Lesson Lab Ep. 3: Harmonizing Daily Rhythm with Older Learners
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The Lesson Lab Ep. 3: Harmonizing Daily Rhythm with Older Learners
The Ultimate Family Unit Study! | Debut Unit by Ticket to Learning |Comprehensive Review
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The Ultimate Family Unit Study! | Debut Unit by Ticket to Learning |Comprehensive Review
Updated Walkthrough of my Teacher Resource Binder| Middle and High School
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Updated Walkthrough of my Teacher Resource Binder| Middle and High School
The Lesson Lab Ep. 2: Let’s Map Four Years of High School | Oak Meadow and More
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The Lesson Lab Ep. 2: Let’s Map Four Years of High School | Oak Meadow and More
Traditional Secular Art Curriculum Options for Homeschool| Middle and High School
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Traditional Secular Art Curriculum Options for Homeschool| Middle and High School
The Lesson Lab Ep. 1: Let’s Plan a Main Lesson Block! | Premiere Episode!
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The Lesson Lab Ep. 1: Let’s Plan a Main Lesson Block! | Premiere Episode!
Mid-Year Comprehensive Review: Oak Meadow 8-Civics
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Mid-Year Comprehensive Review: Oak Meadow 8-Civics
Build Your Library Level 8 Review | FAQs & How to Adapt it for High School Credits
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Build Your Library Level 8 Review | FAQs & How to Adapt it for High School Credits
New Notebooks, Endless Possibilities: 10 Inspired Uses for Homeschoolers| Erin Condren 2024
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New Notebooks, Endless Possibilities: 10 Inspired Uses for Homeschoolers| Erin Condren 2024
Prentice Hall: Science Explorer Series in a Homeschool Setting| Middle School
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Prentice Hall: Science Explorer Series in a Homeschool Setting| Middle School
How to Use CommonLit in a Homeschool Setting~ Free ELA Secular Curriculum
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How to Use CommonLit in a Homeschool Setting~ Free ELA Secular Curriculum
Mid-Year Comprehensive Review: Oak Meadow 8-English
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Mid-Year Comprehensive Review: Oak Meadow 8-English
My Reading Journal Collection + Comparison | Con*Quest Journals, Owlcrate, Little Inklings
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My Reading Journal Collection Comparison | Con*Quest Journals, Owlcrate, Little Inklings
Kids Moon Club Updated Overview by Wilder Child | 2024
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Kids Moon Club Updated Overview by Wilder Child | 2024
Fast Grammar: High School Training (levels 1 and 2)
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Fast Grammar: High School Training (levels 1 and 2)

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @homespun.childhood
    @homespun.childhood 16 годин тому

    Just added a bunch to my cart! You know I'm always down for a good PD read! Thanks, Arlene!

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 10 годин тому

      @@homespun.childhood you’ll have to let me know your thoughts!

  • @angelsuniverse6021
    @angelsuniverse6021 2 дні тому

    Thanks for this detailed review. Just ordered mine thru your link.

  • @angelsuniverse6021
    @angelsuniverse6021 2 дні тому

    Hi, if a kid is in public school, do they can get credits for doing iew?

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 2 дні тому

      @@angelsuniverse6021 I’m not sure, it would be up to the school. I rarely see independent work awarded credit in a traditional setting. Unless if you’re part of a hybrid school.

  • @meganrose22
    @meganrose22 5 днів тому

    This just looks so incredible! Thank you for the review. This seems like it would be a great class for a co-op. Would you say that a full lesson could be completed within 1 hr with a smallish group of kids, maybe 5 or 6 or them? Also, I’m not sure if I missed it but what was the age range again? Thank you so much as always!

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 5 днів тому

      Oh for sure with a group that size, prob under an hour . Target range is k-8, but with the older learners more in a leadership role for this level.

    • @meganrose22
      @meganrose22 5 днів тому

      @@Arleneandcompany oh wonderful! Thanks for such a quick response! 👍🏻🩷 I think this would so great for new kids meeting each other and for me too honestly since I struggle with many of these things as well being NV myself. 🫣

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 5 днів тому

      @@meganrose22 my pleasure, hope it works well for you!

  • @valleyhavenfamilyschool8951
    @valleyhavenfamilyschool8951 5 днів тому

    So I was binge-watching Arlene & Company while I was cleaning and purging my schoolroom and this video came on... I had to sit down and take notes...then I started rabbit-trailing on all your resources...next thing I know I'm printing out Thistles and Biscuits art and music curriculum... (sigh)... I so love your channel!!! 🥰❤💜❤

  • @Notthatamber144
    @Notthatamber144 6 днів тому

    I ordered this planner after watching this video! I'm so glad that I did! It's beautiful and so functional! Thanks for the promo code!

  • @sharonbruen2547
    @sharonbruen2547 9 днів тому

    At time mark 9:15 you mention a book that you lent. What is the name of that book? Thanks

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 9 днів тому

      I believe I was thinking of the Rightstart math card game book (I think). I’ve used several math game books through the years and some are suggested in the Fraction curricula. Here’s the Rightstart card game one. Pretty sure that’s what I was thinking about in the moment (I think 😂) store.rightstartmath.com/math-card-games-kit/

  • @laurenharmon3972
    @laurenharmon3972 10 днів тому

    Thank you for this! So many that I'm adding to my reading list but what I really loved was the Teen Guide to College and Career Planning. This is something we are already talking about and to have a book to reference and work through together is going to be amazing.

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 10 днів тому

      I’m going to buy our own copy of that one for sure!

  • @amybohan4424
    @amybohan4424 17 днів тому

    I thought I was all set for the year, now I’m not so sure 😅

  • @antlersandgills
    @antlersandgills 18 днів тому

    Never Enough - that title alone spoke to me. I can't wait to dig into it. My PD TBR stack grew significantly after this video and I love you for it! When we decided to homeschool, my profession shifted from a fisheries biologist to an educator. It only makes sense that I continue to develop that profession every year. I appreciate you sharing your PD journey with us. It's reassuring when you know someone else is walking this path with you. The Divergent Mind has also been on my TBR for a bit. Like you, I am wary of ND titles for the same reason - it is our life. I know what it looks like. At the same time, I want to read this more for me as a late-diagnosed ND person.

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 17 днів тому

      It’s definitely a “for me title” I feel, but gives you some perspective when raising an ND daughter for sure . I say for me, just because I resonated with the stories so much and the connections. Never Enough has all my attention right now too. Thank you for watching 🩵

  • @WindyCityHomeschool
    @WindyCityHomeschool 19 днів тому

    I know this video is old, but I'm looking into Oak Meadow for my 6th grader. Do you need to use the English and History together? We have a language Arts we enjoy. Is it open and go or is there a lot of planning? I tried looking more here on UA-cam but you're the only one I've seen that talks a lot about Oak Meadow.

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 19 днів тому

      Hi, take a look at my recent video that I’ll link below , check the timestamps for the end of year review of Oak Meadow (after the second time using it, with my youngest and comparison with both). No you do not need to do both . If you opt not to do ELA, the books used will be optional suggestions to add if you like to the history but not scheduled. ETA: it’s not open and go. Nothing from OM is. Although I have always found it easy to plan with clear outlines of what needs to be accomplished for the lesson, the day to day pace is up to you. It’s also hands on, so materials need to be gathered. Teaching 6th Grade for the Second Time| Year in Review| Raw Insights + All the Resources ua-cam.com/video/aIJ8KL8IKzE/v-deo.html

  • @dawncruze3978
    @dawncruze3978 21 день тому

    Thanks for this!! I will definitely be adding a few of these to my TBR list, especially Brave Learner and Raising Critical Thinkers, but there are definitely a lot that caught my interest to check out from my library.

  • @talilaperry3259
    @talilaperry3259 21 день тому

    Just finished Daniel Willingham's "Why don't students like school" - a bit of a clickbaity title but actually a book about how the mind learns by one of the top reading researchers, and applicable to all in their learning journeys, not just teachers teaching students, fabulous read! Haha my TBR list is already hundreds of books deep but I cannot not add some of these!! 😁 In they go 😬😮‍💨

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 21 день тому

      You are the third person to recommend this one, must be a sign! And what’s one more in the endless tbr 😆

  • @LeahHung125
    @LeahHung125 21 день тому

    Definitely going to check out these titles!

  • @AMM763G54
    @AMM763G54 21 день тому

    This is a great list. Thanks for the time and effort you put into this video!

  • @brookeally1346
    @brookeally1346 22 дні тому

    I think I need this reading journal ❤

  • @davettekohnen
    @davettekohnen 22 дні тому

    Thank you for all these recs! I got halfway through pausing to look up books before I realized I could go to your Amazon lists. 💜😂

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 22 дні тому

      Yes, they’re all in there and in my Bookshop store! I’ll add more when I show the other titles that I didn’t share in this video.

  • @kellyarroyo5344
    @kellyarroyo5344 22 дні тому

    Great titles! I added some to my to-read list and saw some I should re-read! Thanks for sharing.

  • @jburling7196
    @jburling7196 22 дні тому

    I agree with your take on this whole heartedly. My patients deserve all my knowledge and that I keep up with the most recent research/information, my daughter I’m homeschooling does too!

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 22 дні тому

      Beautifully stated! I couldn't have said it better myself! Do you mind if I share your comment on IG? I can omit your name. It perfectly sums up what I was trying to convey, which some have chosen to misunderstand. No worries if not, I just wanted to credit your gracefully stated response. Regardless, thank you for watching 🩵

  • @knowledgebynature8480
    @knowledgebynature8480 22 дні тому

    Thank you for all the ideas!

  • @heidig8739
    @heidig8739 22 дні тому

    Thanks for introducing me to a slew of new books! Lots of homeschoolers say they want to create a love of learning for their kids. I think we can start by loving learning ourselves!

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 22 дні тому

      And that right there is the root of my message, thank you for your presence and receiving it with open heart 🩵

  • @juliequezada7504
    @juliequezada7504 22 дні тому

    I loved The Book Whisperer.

  • @jackandlink
    @jackandlink 23 дні тому

    I have to do the same with my license to practice law. I worked to hard for that baby 😅 I love how you approach PD with education/homeschool 🙌

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 22 дні тому

      Yes, I hear of folks letting their license lapse and I’m here still vividly remembering my boards . Ain’t no way I’m doing that ish again 😂 thanks for watching 🩵

  • @JenM-nc3qj
    @JenM-nc3qj 23 дні тому

    I'm loving every single one of the updates! So glad she switched to white paper this time around.

  • @allisongryski8452
    @allisongryski8452 26 днів тому

    Thanks for doing the OM flip through! Another option for those who need cursive practice but already know their letterforms, we combined it with Fix-It grammar by doing the rewrite sentence portion in cursive.

    • @Arleneandcompany
      @Arleneandcompany 26 днів тому

      Great idea! We did drop Fix it just because it was redundant with everything else, but grabbed another simple cursive practice and hopefully she will like it better.

  • @Ourhomeschooladventures
    @Ourhomeschooladventures Місяць тому

    Very helpful