Curriculum Library

Homeschool curriculum, curated.

36 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 · 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

Reading · K–2

All About Reading Level 1

All About Learning Press

Top pick

All About Reading Level 1 uses a structured, phoneme-based approach to teach beginning reading and phonics. Lessons combine direct instruction, hands-on activities, and guided storybook reading to build decoding skills and confidence.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic
Top pick

Tapestry of Grace uses a classical trivium approach anchored in chronological history, with all grade levels studying the same historical period each week at differentiated learning levels. Year 2 covers the Medieval World through the American Revolution, integrating Bible, literature, church history, fine arts, and worldview discussion via Socratic methods and living books.

Christian (moderate)classicalcharlotte mason

Writing · 2–4

IEW Structure and Style for Students Year 1 Level B

Institute for Excellence in Writing

Top pick

IEW's Structure and Style uses sentence combining, imitation of models, and guided outlining to teach writing conventions and composition organically. Students build skills progressively through copying, combining, and expanding pre-selected passages before creating original work. The method emphasizes understanding sentence patterns and rhetorical devices through practice rather than grammar rules.

Secularclassicaleclectic

Full Curriculum · 1–3

Heart of Dakota Beyond Little Hearts for His Glory

Heart of Dakota

Top pick

Heart of Dakota Beyond uses a Charlotte Mason approach grounded in Scripture, weaving Bible lessons, read-alouds, nature study, and fine arts together thematically. Emphasizes narration, copywork, and memory work while maintaining a relaxed, literature-rich environment suited to young elementary learners. Designed for busy parents seeking structure without heavy workbooks.

Christian (moderate)charlotte masoneclectic

Language Arts · 1–3

IEW Fix It! Grammar Book 1: The Nose Tree

Institute for Excellence in Writing

Top pick

Fix It! Grammar uses daily mentor sentences from a charming story to teach grammar inductively. Students mark, copy, and correct sentences, building mechanics awareness through pattern recognition and repetition rather than rules memorization.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

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 · 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

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

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

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

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

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

Language Arts · K–2

All About Spelling Level 1

All About Learning Press

Top pick

All About Spelling Level 1 uses a multisensory, phonics-based approach to teach spelling and early reading skills. Students manipulate letter tiles and cards while learning sound patterns and spelling rules, reinforcing learning through multiple sensory channels. The structured, daily lesson format emphasizes mastery before progression.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

History · 1–3

Sonlight History-Based Learning B

Sonlight

Top pick

Sonlight B uses a narrative history approach centered on read-aloud literature and picture study to introduce young elementary students to world history. It prioritizes listening comprehension, imagination, and discussion over workbook drills, following Charlotte Mason principles of living books and gentle academic progression.

Christian (moderate)charlotte masoneclectic

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

Language Arts · 4

Wordly Wise 3000 Book 4 (4th Edition)

EPS Learning

Strong alternate

Wordly Wise 3000 uses structured, mastery-based vocabulary instruction embedded in short reading passages and contextual exercises. Each lesson progresses from basic word identification through application activities, culminating in reading passages that incorporate all lesson words with comprehension questions. The program emphasizes multiple exposures to words through varied exercises including word parts analysis, synonyms, and contextual usage.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

Language Arts · 1–3

Logic of English Essentials Volume 1

Logic of English

Strong alternate

Logic of English Essentials uses explicit, systematic phonics instruction grounded in the orthographic principles of English. Each lesson introduces specific phonetic rules, reinforced through decodable text, writing, and spelling activities. The approach combines phonological awareness, decoding, and encoding (spelling) in coordinated daily lessons.

Seculareclectictraditional textbook

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

Reading · K–1

Explode the Code Book 1

School Specialty Publishing

Strong alternate

Explode the Code uses explicit, systematic phonics instruction with a mastery-based approach to teach early decoding skills. Each lesson introduces letter sounds and simple code patterns that students apply immediately through decodable words and sentences, building confidence in sound-symbol relationships.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

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

Full Curriculum · Pre-K–12

Easy Peasy All-in-One Homeschool

Easy Peasy All-in-One Homeschool

Strong alternate

Easy Peasy is a free, self-directed online curriculum using video lessons, interactive activities, and spiral review. It emphasizes accessibility and flexibility, allowing students to progress at their own pace with minimal parental involvement. The platform combines traditional subject instruction with project-based and faith-based (optional) elements.

Christian (light)eclecticunschooling leaning

Full Curriculum · K–12

Time4Learning Homeschool

Time4Learning

Strong alternate

Time4Learning uses colorful, interactive online lessons designed to engage younger and middle-grade students through gamified learning. The spiral curriculum reviews and reinforces concepts across grade levels. Parent dashboards provide oversight but require minimal daily prep.

Seculareclectictraditional textbook

Language Arts · 7–12

Easy Grammar Plus

Easy Grammar Systems

Strong alternate

Easy Grammar Plus uses a unique prepositional approach where students memorize 53 prepositions and cross out prepositional phrases to simplify identifying sentence parts. Lessons are brief and straightforward with systematic instruction building incrementally. Cumulative reviews and unit tests reinforce mastery learning with minimal teacher preparation required.

Neutral / non-religioustraditional textbookeclectic

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

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

Language Arts · K–1

Logic of English Foundations A

Logic of English

Strong alternate

Foundations A uses structured, systematic phonics to teach early literacy through phonograms and explicit spelling rules. Lessons combine oral practice, handwriting, and phonetic decoding in a mastery-based progression suitable for emerging readers in K–1st grade.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

Full Curriculum · K–2

Heart of Dakota Bigger Hearts for His Glory

Heart of Dakota

Strong alternate

Bigger Hearts for His Glory combines Charlotte Mason principles with a Christian worldview, using short, engaging lessons that integrate Bible, history, science, and language arts. The program emphasizes read-alouds, nature study, and gradual skill-building with a gentle pace appropriate for young learners.

Christian (moderate)charlotte masonclassical

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

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 · 3–5

IEW Phonetic Zoo Spelling Level A

Institute for Excellence in Writing

Strong alternate

Phonetic Zoo uses an auditory mastery approach where students listen to spelling words on CD, write them, then self-correct using audio feedback. The program emphasizes that hearing words spelled letter-by-letter reinforces correct sequence storage in the brain. Students work independently, repeating each lesson until achieving 100% twice consecutively before advancing.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

Language Arts · 1–2

Spelling Workout Book A

Modern Curriculum Press

Strong alternate

Spelling Workout uses a structured, phonics-based approach to teach spelling patterns and word families through daily practice exercises. Each lesson builds progressively on prior knowledge, emphasizing mastery of sound-symbol relationships and common spelling rules appropriate for early elementary.

Seculartraditional textbookeclectic

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

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.