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Best Secular Homeschool Resources for Preschool–2nd Grade
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items A secular roundup of PreK–2 homeschooling resources. From kid-friendly learning apps to full curricula, hands-on activities, printables, and planning tools.
Khan Academy Kids is hands down one of the best free learning apps out there. It’s totally secular, super well made, and filled with adorable storybooks, fun videos, and games that actually keep kids interested. Everything feels really thoughtful and...
Khan Academy Kids
Reading.com is amazing for homeschooling or extra reading help. It teaches sounds, how to blend them, and even has printable worksheets that track your child’s progress. My kid’s reading took off so fast. The app is not free, but so worth it!
Learn to Read - Reading.com
Smart Tales is such a fun learning app for kids. It’s not free, but it covers math, science, and reading through games, stories, and even printable activities. My son really enjoys the activities, and it’s been a great way to sneak in extra learning ...
Smart Tales ® Learning Games
IXL is awesome for learning at home. It covers Pre-K through 12th grade in math, reading, science, and more, with tons of lessons, videos, and real-time feedback.
IXL | Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish
My go‑to for quick, secular resources is Education.com. Wide subject coverage, ready‑to‑use plans, and tools like the worksheet generator make prep fast and painless.
Pricing | Education.com
PBS Kids Video is a free app with fun, educational shows that help kids learn everything from phonics to emotions. Safe, engaging, and totally worth having!
PBS KIDS Video
PBS Kids Games is a free app packed with fun, educational games that cover reading, math, science, and more. It’s engaging, safe, and a great way for kids to learn while they play.
PBS KIDS Games
I’ve really enjoyed the different perspective this workbook gives on teaching math. It covers everything from addition and subtraction to shapes and counting, and the activities make learning hands-on and fun.
Spectrum Math Kindergarten Workbook Ages 5-6
I’ve really enjoyed this workbook for keeping my kid learning over the summer. Each lesson mixes reading, math, writing, and science, so it’s not just boring drills. The stickers, map, and fun illustrations keep my kid motivated, and it’s an easy way...
Summer Brain Quest: Between Grades K & 1
I’ve really liked this secular math workbook. It’s easy to follow, colorful, and well-organized, with a great mix of concepts and problems that build gradually. My child especially enjoys the fun puzzles, and it’s been really helpful for tackling wor...
IXL Learning: Ultimate Math Workbooks
My child loves this Minecraft workbook! The game-based lessons keep them engaged while practicing phonics, math, and spelling. Not core curriculum, but a super fun supplement with stickers and missions that make learning exciting.
Official Minecraft Workbook: Grade 1
I like keeping a few of these large workbooks on hand and picking worksheets from each. The different perspectives and styles keep my child engaged and make learning feel fresh, so it doesn’t feel like they’re doing the same thing over and over.
School Zone Big First Grade Workbook, 320 Pages
I keep a few of these workbooks on hand and mix worksheets from each. The different styles keep my child engaged and make learning feel fresh instead of repetitive.
Second Grade Big Fun Workbook (Highlights™)
My child really enjoys this human body activity book! The explanations of body systems are simple and easy to understand, and the activities and fun facts keep them engaged. The illustrations are clear and kid-friendly, and it’s been a great fit for ...
Human Body Activity Book for Kids K-3
Go, Danny Go! is awesome for helping kids get moving and burn off extra energy in a fun, educational way. My child loves following along, and it’s great practice for listening and following instructions while exercising.
Danny Go!
Awnie’s House is fantastic! Awnie reads books in such a fun and imaginative way that my child stays completely engaged and always wants to hear more of the story. It’s also a nice, calming mental break, making storytime both fun and relaxing.
StoryTime at Awnie's House
Highlights Search and Find books are a fun way to help my child focus and get ready for learning, keeping them engaged while practicing attention to detail.
Ocean Puzzles: 100+ Ocean-Themed Search & Find
My child really enjoyed Evan-Moor Brain Games! The activities are fun and entertaining, and they’ve kept my child engaged. I love that they’re educational, making it a great way to sneak in learning while having fun between lessons.
Evan-Moor Brain Games & Activities, Ages 4-5
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