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Homeschooling Resources
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items I am on my fifth year of homeschooling, my children, aged nine and under. Here are my favorite resources from preschool to fourth grade!
Sections
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Preschool/kindergarten
Elementary
Holiday themed curriculum
Foreign languages
Writing/Cutting Skills
Devices
Preschool/kindergarten
My favorite age to teach is preschool! Here are some of my favorite resources that I have personally used or that I have kept my eye on to use in the future.
I launched our home schooling experience with this curriculum and use it for preschool and kindergarten. It is a nature and Bible based system that is life skills in Montessori based it is so much fun and I come back to it again and again for those a...
The Peaceful Preschool Bundle | The Original Curriculum
I’ve used this two out of my three children and it is an incredibly resource that it’s super easy to use. I know every trade is different, but I have seen the most success starting this book at ages five or six after children have shown signs of inte...
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
This language arts curriculum is so fantastic for kindergarten.
Level K Language Arts Course Set
This is a great way to fill in the gaps if you break for summer during the school year.
Summer Bridge Activities K to 1st Grade Workbook
I really appreciate these workbooks as busy work to keep the younger ones occupied in the car or during busy seasons, so I can focus on more specific topics with the older kids!
Kindergarten Big Fun Workbook: Tracing & Math
This is another fantastic resource for younger kids to teach them new skills about having to follow a specific curriculum.
Kindergarten Math Workbook: Addition & Subtraction
For my preschoolers, I do a lot of letter identification exercises, and these markers are very helpful for that and some preschool age arts and craft
Dot Markers for Toddlers 12 Colors Washable
Elementary
Specifically, the language arts course is fantastic for elementary age students as well.
Level 2 Language Arts Course Set
This is the Bible based history course that I use for my elementary age children it is fantastic!
History
Holiday themed curriculum
I first used this advent curriculum when my children were three and five and have returned to it yearly it is such a beautiful curriculum and so fun to study during the holiday season
Unearthing Wonder Advent Guide
Foreign languages
We use this company to study foreign languages. Specifically, Spanish at the moment it is fantastic for preschool through grade 4 and begin beginner, foreign language studies, really!
One Third Stories
Even if you are not familiar with Spanish language, this is a very easy resource resource to use to teach your kids Spanish
Carson Dellosa K-5 Spanish Workbook
Writing/Cutting Skills
Fine motor skills and scissor skills are very important practice for young ones!
Scissor Skills Preschool Workbook: Fun Cutting Practice for Kids 3-5
These grips are really great for teaching kids proper positioning for handwriting
Stylo Pencil Grips for Kids, 6 Pack, Assorted
I have some little chalkboards that I love using these chalkboard pen holders with!
LiXiongBao 5-Pack Adjustable Dustless Chalk Holder
Fantastic kids scissors, perfect size for little hands
LIVINGO Kids 3-Pack 5" Blunt Safety Scissors
We use these for writing exercises often!
WallDeca Kids Washable Pastel Dry Erase Markers 13 Pck
I love these little chalkboards! These are great to take on the go.
Chalk Full of Design
Devices
Laminator is a must! I use mine to laminate posters, or principles that I need to or can use child after child
Buyounger 9" Thermal Laminator w/ 40 Sheets
I’ve had this printer for about three years now. A few things I like about it— the ink system last a long time, it prints, double-sided, and in color, and the customer service program for if your printer breaks is top-notch
Epson EcoTank ET-2850 Wireless All-in-One Printer
Arts and Crafts
I keep these on hand always to unroll to protect from messes, have a painting party, and more!
2 Pack Premium Easel Paper Rolls 16x100ft
Recommend to me
One of my friends who has homeschooled her children for many years highly recommended this math curriculum for elementary age students.
Homeschool Math Curriculum | Best Programs | All Ages
I heard about this curriculum for my friend, doing it with her young children, and I’m super interested in ordering this curriculum to start with my own children for family Bible study lessons!
Rooted Family Bible Curriculum
This math workbook is supposed to be great for homeschoolers! I’m looking forward to trying it.
Horizons 1st Grade Math Student Book 1
I’m interested in looking into this reading kit! This seems like a fantastic resource for homeschoolers.
Phonics & Reading Box Set | Kindergarten | Horizons ...
This is supposed to be a great resource for homeschooled kiddos Bible studying! I really look forward to trying it out.
Children's Catechism Visuals
Another well-seasoned homeschool mom shared this resource and not only does it look beautiful on the outside, I can only imagine it’s marvelous on the inside and full of God’s wisdom!
The Ology: Ancient Truths, Ever New
Our kids love when I do nature studies with them, and this book has 5 stars! I definitely will have to get it and add it to our weekly homeschooling agenda.
Slow Down: 50 Mindful Moments in Nature
History/Geography
I have seen positive news about this for homeschooling and children, and look forward to adding it to our library someday!
Usborne Timelines of World History by jane-chisholm
I’ve heard of these for years and I think my 4th grader will really enjoy them! I can’t wait to order this collection!
Christian Heroes: Then & Now Series by Janet Benge