Curriculum

Discover how thematic learning transforms reading into meaningful education for kids. Explore how to expand a single theme across subjects, and make every moment a learning opportunity.

Whether you homeschool year-round or take a break in the summer, there are plenty of benefits of intentional learning during the summertime. Adding in a summer workbook to strengthen a skill or further learning can be a simple way for your children to learn in small increments throughout the summer.

Many homeschool families use standardized testing or year-end assessments to conclude the year. This blog discusses different assessments homeschoolers may use, including testing, portfolios, Charlotte Mason exams and more, plus the testing and methods I personally use for my children and in my homeschool.

If you are looking for an activity to engage your children this summer and teach them about nature, creating a cut flower garden is the perfect way to take your children on a real-life learning adventure. In this blog post we are sharing an exciting STEM opportunity for kids, including planning, planting, and caring for a cut flower garden in your own backyard.

In my homeschool, we implement nature study year-round as it helps children engage with the outside world and sets a foundation for other learning. Enjoy learning about sunflowers with this sunflower dissection activity and free summer flower unit study download, plus dozens of activities to continue the fun.

Flourish Family Bible Curriculum helps parents intentionally teach gospel truths, fostering deep understanding and authentic faith in children. Discover engaging ways to make the Bible real and equip kids to share God’s love in their communities.

Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey is a classic children’s story that teaches about curiosity, independence, and relationships. This blog lists the best activities for preschoolers that coordinate with the story, including coordinating alphabet and math lessons, craft ideas, and a free printable PDF book activity guide.

Handwriting Without Tears teaches a multi-sensory approach to handwriting I have used with all my children. It is a simple way to teach print and cursive to children and kids. This blog explains the benefits of teaching handwriting, plus a full Handwriting Without Tears curriculum review and my favorite curriculum choices.

An Expectant Easter is a gospel-based, Charlotte Mason-inspired curriculum designed with your whole family in mind. It’s an invitation to gather your family to center your hearts on what Easter is all about. Through Bible stories, hymns, poetry, art studies, picture books, projects, baking, tea time, and nature studies

I love studying nature with my children year-round–there is so much to experience and learn in every season. Here are some simple ideas from our Spring Nature Study Collection to get you outside and learning.