Homeschool Math Curriculum Review - Singapore, Saxon, Teaching Textbooks, and more

In this video I talk about the pros and cons of different homeschool math curriculum that our family has used over the years. I also discuss a few other well known math curriculum as well.

Singapore Math
Math in Focus
Math Mammoth
Saxon
Teaching Textbooks
Horizons
Abeka
ACE

[katiep]

This was the MOST helpful and straightforward of all the math reviews I've seen. THANK YOU.

[ceemaiden]

Great reviews! We switched to Math Mammoth and it has been a game changer for us! Truly an underrated program. It's simple to use, open and go, but the math itself is extensive and very thorough!
Their video lessons are very helpful too if I ever need them

[Chillipep]

Saxon does have a lot of problems, but as you mentioned later with Horizons, the students need the repetition. I think this is true with everything we tackle to learn. I like both Singapore and Saxon(spiral method is great because the kids don't forget previous information), they are challenging.

[ChrisDragotta]

As a middle school math coach and mentor, I emphasize mental math and daily mental math practice routines with my students, whom I teach individually through zoom sessions.

I believe that there are ways to progressively strengthen the mental visualization of numbers and their basic mathematical operations, using progressive daily practice. US schools are fighting a culture of distraction and frivolity, and also many methods used in the U.S. have too many topics covered without any skill building or depth. Engagement is crucial, as there is no actual learning without it.

[denisea.]

Thank you so much for taking the time to review all of these math programs!! Was considering leaving Math U See and switching to Teaching Textbooks though my kids are excelling at MUS, only because I'm afraid to tackle Algebra for my oldest this year and possibly not be able to help her if she needs help. She's on a engineering track right now though so I don't want to put her in a math that is behind as you said TT is so that was very helpful. Thanks again!

[Imspicy]

Every review I see about Singapore math nobody uses the teacher's manual which goes deeper with real lessons. It is very thorough.

[aliciadiaz]

Would love to hear your reviews on a languages and literature curriculum (spelling, grammar, reading, writing)

[amandamendoza]

I have 4 kids and can relate to you on so many levels!😂 love this video thank you so much for comparing so many all in one video!

[Ho_Hop]

I wouldn’t say Teaching Textbooks is “behind” it definitely goes at a slower pace but that develops confidence in my learner and it builds on that.
Other homeschool curriculums can jump in too fast to a concept especially after summer break. BJU math 3 almost killed us. I feel like TT gets a bad rep for being too easy. I would rather my kid understand the concept using a simple equation then give up because it was too hard.

[kimberlyjean]

This video was very helpful. I am using The Good and the Beautiful math for my first grader and it’s way too hands on for him and very time consuming. He just wants to do the worksheets and be done! I think Math Mammoth sounds like it may be a good fit! Thank you!

[dogmonday]

Great video. Thoughtful comments and thank you very much.

[peachy_reina]

Would you say it would be a good idea to start with Singapore or Math in Focus in the early years, and then switch to Math Mammoth? Or Could I use Math Mammoth from grade 1-7?

[frankpocius]

By using this: you will access YouTube video demonstrations of a patented method used to teach and understand how to solve equations. See descriptions for playlist groups.

[unpoedic]

Do you have any thoughts on math from CLE (Christian Light Education)?

[elizabeth]

What is your preferred math curriculum for 1st grade? I am looking for an open and go curriculum that is not to time consuming as I have two little ones. My daughter catches on very quickly and seems to adapt well

[LindaIBrown]

Would you combine Singapore with Teaching text with MasterBooks?

[ashleyobryan]

Do you have a blog or something? I've found you to be very insightful and a bit inactive as of late. I'd love more tips from you as well as that Singapore video you mentioned.

[djwk]

I guess Teaching Textbooks has changed everything and maybe relying on other ways to get funds. I emailed them to ask the difference in the free version and paid. They said there’s no difference. So no point in paying now I guess.

[jaquettawilliams]

Have you tried math u see? If so what are your thoughts? Thanks for such a thorough review.

[jademcgood]

Teaching textbooks site and app doesnt work