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First grade is a big step, and if you’re homeschooling, it can feel like a big responsibility too. Core skills like writing, math, and independent thinking… it all starts to feel a little more official. There’s more structure now, more subjects to juggle, and more pressure to ensure your child is “on track.”

Online kindergarten? For a five-year-old who can’t sit still for more than five minutes and thinks glue sticks are a food group? Yep — it’s a thing. And more families than ever are giving it a go.

Montessori homeschool curriculum explained: Is it right for your family? Montessori homeschooling is calm, hands-on, and kid-led. No rigid schedules, no busy work, and no gold stars required. It’s a great fit for families who want a more natural, flexible way for their kids to learn at home.

History is where we uncover lessons that help us shape our future and inspiration so we can envision and work toward a better world. That’s why understanding this subject is so important for kiddos of all ages.

Imagine picking your child up from school and they’re buzzing with excitement. Their eyes light up as they talk about the volcano they built, the tectonic plates they researched, and the big presentation coming up for a “real audience” (spoiler: it’s just the third-grade parents, but to them, it’s everything).

If you’ve decided to have your child learn at home, you’ve probably been exploring different curriculum options. Some are faith-based, and others aren’t. If you’re not particularly focused on finding a homeschool curriculum that reflects your family’s religious beliefs, secular may be the way to go. A secular homeschool curriculum is for families that prefer a learning pathway that’s free from religious content.

If you’ve ever typed ‘4th grade homeschool curriculum’ into a search bar, you already know how overwhelming figuring out what to teach your child can be. Everyone has an opinion. Between boxed sets, online courses, printable worksheets, and educational philosophies, it can be hard to know what will actually work for your learner.

Second grade is a time when many kids start putting the pieces together — stronger reading skills, longer attention spans, and more confidence in math and writing. But if you're homeschooling, that also means more to cover and higher expectations. The right curriculum can make this stage feel less overwhelming and a lot more rewarding.

Thinking about homeschooling your preschooler, but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. At this age, learning doesn’t have to mean flashcards or long lessons. It can be as simple as singing songs, telling stories, or showing off a favorite toy. Preschool at home can be joyful, play-based, and surprisingly effective.

Somewhere between “still a kid” and “almost a teenager,” 5th grade shows up with big questions, bigger opinions, and a growing need for independence. Your learner might still love imaginative play one minute and challenge every rule the next.

Homeschooling and online learning have taken off in recent years. And it’s not just in one part of the world — the shift is global. In the US, Italy, Australia, and the UK, for example, the numbers keep going up.

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is more than just an add-on to traditional education. It’s a critical part of childhood education. Dr. Bruce Perry, a renowned psychiatrist and neuroscience researcher explained in his talk at the 2014 Chicago Humanities Festival, that kids have fewer opportunities to develop social-emotional skills than they did 30 years ago. As a result, he says, “We have college students with the empathic capabilities of children who are five or six years old.”