Curriculum Library

Homeschool curriculum, curated.

42 picks across math, language arts, science, history, and more — every entry hand-reviewed for grade fit, teaching philosophy, religious content, and cost. Use the filters to narrow to your family.

History · 3–6

Story of the World Volume 2: The Middle Ages

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

Story of the World uses engaging historical narratives read aloud to children, emphasizing chronological order and vivid storytelling over rote memorization. The Charlotte Mason approach fosters curiosity and critical thinking through discussion and optional written narrations. A companion activity book extends learning with creative projects and reflective writing.

Neutral / non-religiouscharlotte masonclassical

History · 6–8

Story of the World Volume 3: Early Modern Times

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

Story of the World Vol. 3 uses vivid narrative storytelling to bring early modern history to life, emphasizing critical thinking through discussion questions and optional activities. The Charlotte Mason approach prioritizes rich, living books over dry textbooks, encouraging curiosity and retention through engaging prose.

Neutral / non-religiouscharlotte masonclassical

History · 1–6

Story of the World Volume 1: Ancient Times

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

Story of the World uses engaging storytelling to teach history chronologically, making abstract events memorable through vivid narratives rather than dry facts. The approach emphasizes understanding historical context and cause-effect relationships, fitting classical and Charlotte Mason homeschool philosophies well.

Neutral / non-religiousclassicalcharlotte mason

History · 8–12

Story of the World Volume 4: The Modern Age

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

Story of the World Volume 4 presents modern history through accessible narrative storytelling, encouraging students to engage with primary sources and write responses that develop critical thinking. The classical approach emphasizes chronology, cause-and-effect relationships, and the interconnectedness of global events from the Industrial Revolution through contemporary times.

Neutral / non-religiousclassicalcharlotte mason

Fine Arts · 1–12

Meet the Masters Art Curriculum

Meet the Masters

Top pick

Meet the Masters combines art history study with hands-on drawing instruction, teaching children about master artists while developing technical skill. The curriculum spirals through famous artists and movements across grade levels, emphasizing observation and appreciation alongside technique. Minimal materials and flexible pacing make it accessible for multi-age homeschool settings.

Neutral / non-religiouseclecticcharlotte mason

History · 3–5

The Good and the Beautiful US History Year 1

The Good and the Beautiful

Top pick

The Good and the Beautiful US History Year 1 combines Charlotte Mason principles with a narrative, literature-rich approach to American history. Students engage with beautiful illustrations, copywork, and art projects while learning historical concepts through storytelling and character studies.

Christian (light)charlotte masoneclectic

Bible · K–12

Veritas Press Bible Curriculum

Veritas Press

Top pick

Veritas Press Bible Curriculum uses classical dialogue-based instruction and Scripture memorization to build deep biblical knowledge across elementary and secondary grades. Lessons emphasize narrative arc, theological truth, and discussion over worksheet completion.

Christian (heavy)classicalcharlotte mason

History · 1–12

Tapestry of Grace Year 1

Tapestry of Grace

Top pick

Tapestry of Grace is a classical, literature-rich history spine that spirals through world history over four years, integrating Bible, art, music, and language arts through guided discussion and parent-led instruction. Designed for multi-age families, it combines mastery of historical content with Charlotte Mason principles of living books and artistic narration.

Christian (moderate)classicalcharlotte mason

Full Curriculum · K–2

Five in a Row Volume 1

Five in a Row

Top pick

Five in a Row uses classic picture books as springboards for integrated, thematic learning across all core subjects. Each unit unfolds over five days with read-alouds, hands-on projects, and activities that weave together language arts, history, science, and art. The approach emphasizes curiosity, creativity, and deep engagement rather than lockstep progression.

Neutral / non-religiousunit studiescharlotte mason

Full Curriculum · 1–2

Ambleside Online Year 1

Ambleside Online

Top pick

Ambleside Online Year 1 is a literature-rich, Charlotte Mason-inspired curriculum that emphasizes "living books" over textbooks, nature observation, and artistic exposure. Students engage with quality literature, develop narration skills, and build foundational academic habits through carefully curated reading selections and activities. The approach values depth of understanding and cultivating a love of learning over quantity of information.

Christian (light)charlotte masoneclectic

Reading · 1–3

All About Reading Level 2

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

All About Reading Level 2 uses systematic phonics instruction with multisensory tools (letter tiles, hand motions) to build decoding skills. Lessons progress from simple to complex sound patterns, with decodable stories that immediately apply new skills. The parent-led format emphasizes daily, consistent practice with clear teacher guidance.

Seculareclecticcharlotte mason

Full Curriculum · K–2

Five in a Row Volume 2

Five in a Row

Top pick

Five in a Row uses beloved children's books as anchors for interdisciplinary exploration. Each week, families read one book five times and complete activities integrating art, music, nature study, and social studies around its themes. The approach emphasizes slow, rich engagement with literature and creative expression over workbooks.

Neutral / non-religiouscharlotte masoneclectic

Language Arts · K–1

First Language Lessons for the Well-Trained Mind Level 1

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

First Language Lessons Level 1 uses a phonetic, copywork-based approach rooted in classical education principles. It emphasizes oral narration, recitation, and gradual handwriting development through short daily lessons designed for emerging readers and writers.

Neutral / non-religiousclassicalcharlotte mason

Writing · 2–3

Writing With Ease Year 1

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

Writing With Ease uses Charlotte Mason's dictation and copywork methods to develop handwriting and sentence-building skills in young writers. Students narrate stories and copy passages, then progress to independent writing. The approach prioritizes confidence-building and natural writing development over formal grammar rules.

Neutral / non-religiouscharlotte masonclassical

Language Arts · 2–3

The Good and the Beautiful Language Arts Level 2

The Good and the Beautiful

Top pick

The Good and the Beautiful Language Arts Level 2 uses a Charlotte Mason-inspired, literature-rich approach emphasizing high-quality stories, copywork, and systematic phonics. Children develop reading fluency, handwriting, and grammatical understanding through engaging narratives and consistent, gentle practice without worksheets or busywork.

Christian (light)charlotte masonclassical

History · 3–6

Mystery of History Volume II

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

Mystery of History uses engaging narrative storytelling to teach history from a Christian perspective, weaving Bible passages and character lessons throughout. The spiral approach revisits historical themes with increasing depth, supported by memory work, discussion questions, and optional creative activities suitable for multi-age learning.

Christian (moderate)classicalcharlotte mason

Math · 2–3

Beast Academy Level 2

Art of Problem Solving

Top pick

Beast Academy combines narrative-driven problem solving with a spiral curriculum that revisits concepts at increasing complexity. Using comic-book storytelling, it engages elementary learners in mathematical reasoning through playful exploration rather than rote procedures.

Seculareclecticcharlotte mason

History · 9–12

Notgrass Exploring World History

Notgrass Company

Top pick

Notgrass combines classical narrative history with activity-based learning, emphasizing primary sources, geography, and critical thinking. The approach is less textbook-heavy than traditional curricula while maintaining rigor and scope, appealing to students who thrive on engaging stories and visual learning.

Christian (light)eclecticcharlotte mason

History · 1–5

The Mystery of History Volume I

Peace Hill Press

Top pick

A classical, parent-led history curriculum that weaves biblical narrative into world history chronologically. Students learn through reading, discussion, activities, and memory work, with an explicit Christian worldview framework throughout.

Christian (moderate)classicalcharlotte mason

History · 6–12

Beautiful Feet Books Modern American and World History

Beautiful Feet Books

Top pick

Beautiful Feet Books uses a literature-immersive approach to history, engaging students through narrative-driven trade books rather than textbooks. Students read primary and secondary historical sources alongside discussion questions and activities that develop critical thinking and historical understanding.

Christian (light)classicalcharlotte mason

Math · K

The Good and the Beautiful Math Level K

The Good and the Beautiful

Strong alternate

Simply Good and Beautiful Math K uses a spiral approach with hands-on activities, games, and short stories to build foundational number sense. Lessons combine manipulative work, visual representations, and play-based learning in 10-12 minute parent-led sessions. The program emphasizes conceptual understanding and mathematical reasoning alongside skill practice.

Christian (light)eclecticcharlotte mason

Math · K

Math With Confidence Kindergarten

Well-Trained Mind Press

Strong alternate

Math With Confidence Kindergarten uses a middle-of-the-road approach that combines hands-on manipulative instruction with conceptual understanding and skill practice. Lessons are scripted, short (15 min), and designed to be parent-friendly, with topical units plus daily spiral review. The program emphasizes building number sense through games, ten-frames, and real-world connections.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

Bible · 3–6

Apologia What We Believe Series Volume 1: Who Is God?

Apologia Educational Ministries

Strong alternate

What We Believe uses Socratic dialogue and inquiry-based questions to help young students explore foundational Christian doctrine about God's identity, attributes, and role in creation. The workbook design encourages active engagement and parental conversation rather than rote memorization, fitting classical and Charlotte Mason approaches.

Christian (heavy)classicalcharlotte mason

Writing · 3–8

The Writer's Jungle by Brave Writer

Brave Writer

Strong alternate

The Writer's Jungle uses nature observation and playful discovery to develop young writers' confidence and voice. Rather than prescriptive rules, it encourages authentic expression through freewriting, editing lessons, and grammar in context, aligned with Charlotte Mason principles of learning from living books and personal observation.

Secularcharlotte masoneclectic

History · 3–6

Notgrass Our 50 States

Notgrass Company

Strong alternate

Our 50 States uses engaging unit studies to teach geography and American culture state-by-state. Students complete activities, read informational passages, and work with maps across 50 lessons designed for independent or guided work.

Neutral / non-religiousunit studieseclectic

History · 1–4

Beautiful Feet Books Early American History (Primary)

Beautiful Feet Books

Strong alternate

Beautiful Feet Books uses quality literature and historical fiction to teach Early American history through Charlotte Mason's narration and discussion method. Students develop historical understanding and language skills simultaneously through engaging read-alouds and parent-led conversations.

Christian (light)charlotte masonclassical

Math · K–1

Life of Fred: Apples

Polka Dot Publishing

Strong alternate

Life of Fred uses storytelling and humor to teach foundational math concepts in a narrative format rather than drill-based worksheets. The protagonist Fred encounters real-world situations that naturally introduce counting, addition, and problem-solving. This approach makes math exploration playful and context-rich, ideal for early learners who respond to character-driven learning.

Seculareclecticcharlotte mason

Language Arts · K

The Good and the Beautiful Language Arts Level K

The Good and the Beautiful

Strong alternate

The Good and the Beautiful Language Arts K blends Charlotte Mason principles with phonics-based reading instruction, emphasizing aesthetics, nature, and character formation. Lessons integrate handwriting, phonemic awareness, and exposure to quality literature through a narrative-rich, parent-friendly format.

Christian (light)charlotte masonclassical

Language Arts · 3–4

The Good and the Beautiful Language Arts Level 4

The Good and the Beautiful

Strong alternate

The Good and the Beautiful uses a Charlotte Mason-inspired approach emphasizing beauty, narration, and copywork. Level 4 builds writing skills through exposure to quality literature and structured composition while maintaining engaging, visually appealing materials. The program balances skill instruction with meaningful practice in a low-pressure environment.

Christian (light)charlotte masonclassical

Writing · 2–3

Writing With Ease Year 2

Peace Hill Press

Strong alternate

Writing With Ease Year 2 uses Charlotte Mason's copywork and dictation methodology to build writing skills through observation and imitation. Children progress from copying short sentences to taking dictation, developing penmanship, spelling, and grammar naturally without formal rules instruction.

Christian (light)charlotte masonclassical

Science · 3–6

Elemental Science Biology for the Grammar Stage

Elemental Science

Strong alternate

Elemental Science Biology for the Grammar Stage uses a classical, observation-based approach with hands-on activities and nature journaling to teach foundational biology concepts. Students record findings in consumable notebooking pages, building science vocabulary and inquiry skills appropriate for elementary learners.

Neutral / non-religiousclassicalcharlotte mason

Writing · K–2

Brave Writer Jot It Down!

Brave Writer

Strong alternate

Jot It Down removes the handwriting barrier so young children (ages 5-7) can express their ideas while parents transcribe. The program builds writing confidence through ten flexible projects combining oral narration, arts and crafts, and parental transcription, embedded within the Brave Writer Lifestyle of poetry, conversation, and language-rich activities. Writing is treated as capturing thoughts, not perfecting mechanics.

Neutral / non-religiouscharlotte masoneclectic

Science · 1–3

Real Science Odyssey Life Level 1

Pandia Press

Strong alternate

Real Science Odyssey uses discovery-based, hands-on science with guided observation journals to build foundational understanding of life science concepts. Students engage with nature through simple experiments, outdoor exploration, and illustrated narration that emphasizes curiosity-driven learning.

Seculareclecticcharlotte mason

History · 3–7

Notgrass America the Beautiful

Notgrass Company

Strong alternate

America the Beautiful uses a regional unit-study approach to teach U.S. history, geography, and culture with integrated read-alouds and hands-on activities. Lessons emphasize exploration, critical thinking, and Christian worldview without heavy religious content. The program encourages student creativity and family engagement through flexible, discussion-based learning.

Christian (light)unit studieseclectic

Language Arts · 1–2

Spelling You See Level B: Jack and Jill

Braxo Publications

Strong alternate

Spelling You See integrates spelling instruction with handwriting through tracing and copying passages from classic children's literature. Students internalize spelling patterns and letter formation naturally without heavy rule-based instruction, aligning with Charlotte Mason principles.

Secularcharlotte masoneclectic

Math · 1–2

RightStart Mathematics Level B Second Edition

RightStart Mathematics

Strong alternate

RightStart Level B uses concrete manipulatives (particularly the abacus) and visual strategies to build number sense and computational fluency in early elementary. The program emphasizes mental math and problem-solving alongside traditional arithmetic, balancing hands-on exploration with structured practice.

Seculareclecticcharlotte mason

Science · K–2

Berean Builders Science in the Beginning

Berean Builders

Strong alternate

Science in the Beginning combines hands-on observation and activities with biblical creation principles, designed for young learners in early elementary grades. The curriculum emphasizes God's design in nature while teaching foundational science concepts through direct instruction and experiential learning.

Christian (moderate)classicalcharlotte mason

Fine Arts · 1–3

Music in Our Homeschool Year 1

Grapevine Studies

Strong alternate

Music in Our Homeschool Year 1 uses a narrative, unit-study framework to introduce young students to classical composers, musical concepts, and listening skills through stories, activities, and creative projects. The program emphasizes experiential learning and cross-curricular connections rather than formal music notation or performance training.

Neutral / non-religiousunit studieseclectic

Fine Arts · Pre-K–2

Atelier Art Beginnings

Atelier

Strong alternate

Atelier Art Beginnings introduces early learners to visual art fundamentals through hands-on, developmentally appropriate projects. The program balances guided instruction with creative expression, helping children build confidence and observational skills while exploring various media.

Seculareclecticcharlotte mason

Fine Arts · 6–12

Discovering Music Appreciation Course

Discovery K12

Strong alternate

A free, self-paced online course introducing students to music history, composers, and musical genres through video lessons and listening activities. Designed for independent learners with minimal teacher prep, emphasizing exposure and appreciation over technical music theory.

Seculareclectictraditional textbook

Reading · K–2

Build Your Library Level 1

Peace Hill Press

Strong alternate

Build Your Library Level 1 uses structured phonics with real literature to develop early reading fluency and comprehension. It emphasizes careful word study and meaningful text engagement in the Charlotte Mason tradition.

Secularcharlotte masonclassical

How we curate

Every entry is researched against the publisher's official page plus at least two independent reviews — Cathy Duffy, Rainbow Resource, and homeschool community sources — so the grade range, religious content, philosophy fit, and cost reflect reality, not guesses.

We tag each curriculum on a 9-value religious-content scale (secular through classical Christian) and a 6-value teaching-philosophy axis (classical, Charlotte Mason, eclectic, traditional textbook, unit studies, and unschooling-leaning), so you can find something that fits your family without reading 30 reviews first.

Each row is reviewed before it's published. Pricing is approximate; always confirm with the publisher before purchasing.