Day in the Life w/ FIVE KIDS! 

The fact that Duncan is so articulate at 3 years old is crazy!

WAIT PARENTS ENCOURAGE CHILDREN TO TAKE BREAKS I THOUGHT I JUST HAD TO RELENTLESSLY WORK MYSELF DEAD????? that's so cool?????? i love these videos. so educational to watch how your littles learn/how you teach.

Was Jessica ever an educator like outside of just homeschooling her kids?? She is the most perfect teacher. Kids need a Jessica in their classroom lol. She’s so beautiful, unstoppable, smart, kind, generous, strong. Wonder Woman 👑

This was the shortest 48 minutes ever. So interesting to learn more about a typical day for your family!

How is it that every single one of these children are beautiful both inside and out. They’re absolutely gorgeous all of them, but their temperament and just their personalities are so down to earth it’s so nice

make a parenting book😅 i’ve NEVER seen kids as smart and kind as yours. i’m going to be so disappointed in myself if my kids don’t come out like yours😂

When Luke said All Done it reminded me of Flynn

I love that Duncan didn’t want to stop learning, he’s very passionate about it. That’s the cutest and coolest thing to see. Mom knows best though, breaks are definitely important. 💖💖

Luke is the most gorgeous little baby I've ever seen. And his gotten so big ❤️ Is it just me or does his smile resemble his uncle Trent's smile?

You’ve been my favorite family channel for over 5 years now because you’re so REAL! You don’t try to sell an image of a flawless family. You’re fun and relatable.

Video summary - Luke is growing up so fast, Jessica is great at homeschooling, Bailey has a really cool shirt and loves learning about everything, Parker can crochet hair extensions, Duncan is cute as ever and is doing a great job learning how to read, it’s raining tacos, Jacob randomly lost a tooth and Chris can read Dr Seuss super fast without getting tongue tied

Grandpa Tim making that powerpoint storybook for the kids is the sweetest thing in the world. Thank you for sharing your family with us, these vlogs are helping me so much during this time. Sending love ❤️

I love the calm morning routine. When my kids were so little it was always a rush to get out the door to daycare and then to work on time. You guys are truly blessed to be home with them.

My son, Lex, is in the story class with Parker and they have really become such good friends. It’s such a wonderful class! And I also wanted to say we use All About Reading and it has been such a wonderful program and Lex has done so well with it. So interesting to see what works for each child.

Duncan being only three and able to hold a pencil and trace straight lines close to perfectly shows such advanced fine motor development

Id love to hear Jessica talk about her breastfeeding journeys like she did with her deliveries. Tips, tricks, her preferences, things she learned from each child, things like that.

4:06 - I love how Parker is described as an experience ("Parker happens next") - Because he's truly an experience 😂😇💛🤣

im exhausted after even watching this. both chris and jessica put so much hard work into raising their kids! its so wholesome to see.

it’s so odd how I literally watched all your kids grow to be the kindest welcoming and sweetest kids ever. it feels like just yesterday Bailey was eating sand with Colleen at the beach, Jake was cooking with Miranda, Parker had a meltdown about the pumpkin spice latte, Duncan was first learning to walk and little Luke was just born. god time goes by fast.

Luke looka so much like Trent!

I just recently found your channel. I’ve always been skeptical of family vlog channels, but I must say this is so impressive. The kindness all of you radiate and the well-roundedness of your children are just so incredible. I hope one day I am able to replicate this connectedness with my family when I have children. I just love you guys so much!

This is the family I aspire to have one day. Caring, loving, always looking out for each other, and just making the best out of every situation. You guys inspire me, for around 6 years now.

I stumbled upon this channel only last year, because Colleen mentioned it. I've been watching her videos on and off for years, I have no idea how I didn't know about you guys! Your videos are a ray of sunshine during this difficult time. When I'm stressed out I binge watch your videos and immediately feel better.

Chris saying with a straight face that Duncan dropped the book in the toilet gives me life

Who is watching this after they are pregnant AGAIN

I love this and this channel cause so many family bloggers try to just be aesthetically pleasing and it’s so frustrating cause I know those aren’t real. Props for being REAL ♥️♥️

This makes my heart burst guys! Watching Duncan (or any child) learn to sound out those words and read on their own. I should’ve been a reading specialist 🤔🥰

Can’t give enough props to jess & chris and the entire Ballinger family. This video really made me acknowledge all the sacrifices dedicated parenting takes. The scheduling, the cooking, the time management, the cleaning, the responsibilities, the quality time , the learning incentives, gosh!! It’s unreal!! Im just so glad that there are parents that are willing to do all of this for their kids. I am certain they will be so grateful for the family they’ve been blessed with❤️❤️

How do you keep track of all the timings for all the classes and appointments.. you must have a GIANT planner 😊😊

I love watching you working with Duncan. It was magical watching him learn and him coming to a realization of what he was reading. I found it so delightful seeing his lightbulb of life brightening. He’s such a wonder.

Duncan is doing so well with his reading. My dear friend was chief librarian at our main children's library. Every couple of months, she would bring a pile of books for my daughter who became an avid reader. I always loved the time spent reading bedtime stories. It's such a great bonding time. Luke is really progressing well. He's such a happy little chap. Your vlogs are great inspiration for home schoolers.

My favorite book when I was around Luke's age was Goodnight Moon Moon ended up being my first word

i love how Duncan uses his finger to write straight l’s 🥺❤️

Luke’s is talking - when did that happen 🥰

Omg Chris' dad is soo invested in his grandchildren. I absolutely love that during this pandemic theyve made "story time" an investment. Also well done doing a powerpoint I think Duncan would have been real happy.

As an Australian when you said Bailey picked up the snake, I freaked out! We are taught from a very young age to stay away because they're mostly venomous here but that snake was so cute :) Love you guys and the way you parent your wonderful kids!

wow duncan is literally so smart, so creative, and SO funny. wow he’s such a cool little dude!

Yes, Jessica I agree with you. I want every kid to know how amazing reading is 😆, and we all learn differently. I feel the same about music!

Who’s here after the pregnancy announcement to see if you can see the bump!

The fact that Duncan wanted to do more school work just proves how good Jessica is such a good teacher.

Jessica: Do you want to get some food? Luke: *yes.* MOOOOOOD 😂😂😂

You really raise your kids right! Their so sweet and special. As someone who grew up with family problems, I'm so happy that your making sure your children have a good childhood and are happy and healthy and beautiful ❤

I’m a kindergarten teacher and I loved watching Duncan’s reading lesson! Way to go Duncan!

Chris, Jessica and Luke spending time in the morning was so adorable! Especially Jessica and Luke reading together, Chris going "nose!" when Luke poked his nose, and asking Luke "how's the sausage today, sir?"

I love you so much. You guys are the sweetest kindest most caring amazing family. Thank you for all the work you guys put into your videos. You guys are the best. And I cannot thank you enough for how much you have benefited my life. So excited to watch

i cant get over how much i love each member of this family! everyone is so smart, kind, funny, beautiful and more. christopher and jessica are genuinly two of the best parents ever

Dream family. The relationship between each one of you, including the partnership of Jessica and Christopher is nothing short of spectacular. 💗

As a fellow crocheter, I am so proud of Parker for learning how to! Welcome to the club!

I really Enjoy watching your family videos! Your all so kind and seeing the love and respect you all have for each other makes my heart happy! God Bless!!🙏🏼⚘

My dad read me those exact Chronicles of Narnia books (same covers etc) when I was little, then we read them again when we were in junior high. My dad passed away when I was 15. Just seeing them made me tear up. Love your sweet family.

Amazing parents. Great teachers, great team, great family.

How are we not talking about grandpa literally MAKING his own story book to read- this family is the most wholesome I’ve ever seen 🥺🥺

I just got this book for my nanny boy it’s called “ABCs of kindness” by Samantha Berger and it is the sweetest thing and there is so much diversity in it I love it. Just letting you know in case you would wanna get it for the kiddos :)

My cats would definitely be interested in a simple crocheted ball like Parker is making. 🧶 He’s such a creative kid in a way I can relate to.

Y’all are an amazing family! So positive and uplifting! The kids are so fortunate to have such hands on parents just as the parents are fortunate to have such smart, kind, and awesome kids! Thank you Bailey for being so compassionate and saving the snake! Poor thing was trying to get across or off the road! Very fascinating creatures as all of God’s creatures are! You rock! Love from my home to yours!💜💜💕💕💕💕💕

I love this family. Just that. I love the lessons you give me about love and happiness in their purest of ways. Thank you.

This video answered so many ques I had about living with little kids. Like Luke brushes his teeth too and how

omg literally started tearing up when you were reading "the runaway bunny." that was my grandma's favorite story to read me when i was little and i loved it so so much.

I love how Duncan wants to keep reading! He's so cute!

Wow such a wonderful example of loving and cherishing your family daily life! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Love whenever you show Duncan really enjoying his food!!

The kids are so smart and kind. The parents are radiant and amazing! I love this family💕

I love that Mr. Duncan rocks his Christmas onesie from the moment he walks down the stairs To the park to zoom class. I swear that's my mood lol 😆

The peaceful and happy vibe of your days whilst your kids are learning is something I strive to make for my kids in the future🤞🏼A totally different education experience to what I had. Amazing parents!

Loved this! I especially loved seeing meal times. I love the lunch tray of food, such a good idea!

I love seeing Chris do so much for the kids almost always it’s the mom doing everything and running around he’s dad of the year every year he’s such a great father and more men should try to keep up with him!! They make a great team and raise amazing kiddos!!

Luke is absolutely adorable (as are all your kids). The more I watch him, it's hard for me to believe he will have any issues. It's wonderful how all his siblings dote on him. He will do well because he will always want to keep up with everyone. Keep loving and encouraging him. God has great things planned for him.

YESSSS! I love day in the life videos!! even better from one of my favorite families! 💕

These kids are the sweetest kindest children you have ever seen thank gosh they keep having kids the world need more great humans that have loving personality’s like them love this family and your family like mom dad brother and sister your all amazing people all of u guys keep making babies u make amazing kids such sweet Hart’s

I love these kinds of vlog, they're so raw and honest 💜

Both Chris and Jessica are amazing parents and is incredible to both of them like this and it being so real. I love watching your channel it makes me smile every time and to think when they first started all the kids really little and now look at them ❤️❤️

Grandpa "we use to read this to your dad!" Parker "That's how old Sesame St is?!?!" 🤣🤣💀💀 sorry Christopher lol

A good idea with jars, if you are short on space, screw the lids underneath a kitchen cabinet. Fill the jar with things like sugar, salt or spices and then screw the jars onto their lids.

Precious! ❤️❤️❤️ I love all of you Ballingers! Colleen, Rachel, you guys! Love you!

I love all of your videos and especially love the longer form vlogs! I would love to learn tricks and tips on how to find some of the zoom classes. My son is wanting to learn to cook. Thanks!

Duncan is such a smarty! that reading lesson was adorable to watch

I love and appreciate you pointed out every child learns differently. You actually seem to be a wonderful and patient teacher. P.S. Taco tray is a great tip. Thanks!

i really appreciate the way your raise your kids. you love them so much.

I can’t be the only one who looked at the thumb nail and just counted the kids 😂

Jessica! I teach kindergarten and have taught pre k and first grade as well! You are doing amazing with the kids homeschool curriculum and working with them on reading! I think it’s great you start them at 3 already reading and the books you are using are perfect!!! I love your family and love your videos!!

I was worried about teaching my kids to read and write since I have dyslexia. I have control with many aspects of it. I know for instance that I always need to read instructions like manuals or recipes twice or more to get the full point. And I realized that I tend to switch letters or turn them in opposite direction when Im tired. So I learned work on reading and writing in the morning. Between 8 and 11. When my brain was at it's fullest capacity. It became harder when they started school and I went back to work part time. I would go to work at 8 after I dropped them at school would get off around noon in time to pick up my kindergarten kids my twins. Then I would help them with homework or working on reading or writing until the other kids off school at 3:00. Then we would pick up the other 3 kids have a snack then onto homework until I started dinner. And usually my brain would be spent. So for the 3 grade school kids would hold off on reading and writing homework until after dinner when their Dad could help them. I love books and reading. And if it something I love I can read and comprehend it easily. But stuff I don't like or don't enjoy I tend to need to read and re read it a few times to grasp it. Thankfully my husband fully understands my learning disability. And he is willing to help the kids with stuff when I knew my brain would and could mess it up. Unfortunately both my boys inherited dyslexia to. But it was good I understood the struggles they felt. And thankfully I knew my husband since we met in junior high school. So he saw my struggles first hand. No he didn't understand how it felt. Or how things looked threw my brain. But he saw how hard it was at the time. Thankfully I got me a good one. He was able to see he was attracted to me, but he also saw I wasn't just the dumb girl at school. That was the way a lot of classmates saw me. Keep plugging away with Jacob on practicing his reading and writing. It will only help him in the long run.

these are gonna be the absolute best family memories one day. so amazing

I love this family. So pure and genuine. Best family on the internet! 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️

They live a beautiful life!! This family is so amazing!! Sending lots of love from my family to yours!!

Christopher, the Taco dance montage reminded me of the old Sushi Dance parties!! Loved this video :D

Your family inspires me. I’m 25 and I have always wanted a big family run like how you run your family. I hope and pray that one day I can have a beautiful family like yours 💞 I love your patience and I love how involved your hubby is with the kiddos. Truly an inspiring couple and family #Ballingergoals

This was a very full and great day. You do such a wonderful job making sure that each child is learning at their own pace, each child has entertaining things to do, and you praise them often. I love watching this. :)

I truly enjoyed this long video(which did not seem long at all)! It was so fun to learn about what you do in a day! You sure have a very busy day! You’re an amazing family and I love watching your videos! ❤️❤️❤️

Omg I've been off of RU-vid for a while so I missed a couple of things.. but woah! Duncan is a whole new person😱 He's so big!!!

I remember as a kid i was taught to always sound out my words because with my disabilities its hard for me to say the words right away so it still really helps now even as an adult thank you for sharing what you do in a day with the kids. also what you teach the kids with writing and sounding out i did the same thing i like seeing how i use to learn still being taught to other kids

Y'all are such good parents it's so wholesome to watch this and you have so much patience as well. Lovelyyyy

Such a beautiful family! Duncan is reading so well , and only 3 years old ❤️

I loved this one. I enjoyed seeing all the things your kids are involved in and how chill you both are as parents. Love your channel and all its content

I have to say, I really appreciate the bug and snake warnings! It’s such a small but considerate thing. The critters don’t bother me, but I’m very sensitive to any talk about harm to animals and I just feel safe knowing that would never be a trigger on your channel.

As a teacher of 14 years, 7 of which I taught in Kinder, the skills that Duncan has are amazing! Good Job Mama and Duncan!

I love that puzzle! The baby phases one! Precious!

My son is 14 days younger than Luke so I always take note of anything I can learn from you! I love your kids so I'd be thrilled for my son to mirror your kids' behavior 💗

Luke's smile is so precious! Beautiful family!!

I love this soo much!! Thank you guys for doing this! I love a long vlog where you really get to see the day 🥰😃

The Runaway Bunny was one of my favorite books as a child. My Mom would read it to me at night time or whenever I was upset. Seeing it in your vlogs brings back so many good memories.