71+ Popular Homeschool Curriculum Reviews in 2023
In this post, you will find our honest homeschool curriculum reviews of the products we have used in the past or currently use.
We have been homeschooling for over 5 years since my son turned 8 years old. We started in the public school system and it didn’t work for us. So for the last 5 years, we have successfully homeschooled
These homeschool curriculum reviews are in the following order:
- Homeschool math curriculum reviews
- Homeschool history curriculum reviews
- Homeschool geography curriculum reviews
- Language arts curriculum reviews
- Homeschool science curriculum reviews
- All in one homeschool curriculum reviews
- Coding curriculum reviews
- Online lessons and tutoring reviews
- Financial literacy and economics curriculum reviews
- Homeschool foreign language curriculum reviews
- Typing curriculum reviews
- Homeschool music curriculum reviews
- Other homeschool reviews
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Homeschool Program Reviews
Overwhelmed by the huge quantity of curriculum available and not sure where to start?
See what homeschool curriculum reviews we have written in the past. These are broken down into subjects so it is easy to navigate.
Math Homeschool Curriculum Reviews
Math is our favorite subject. We haven't had time to review Beast Academy yet, but we used this for grade 5.
Best Geometry Homeschool Curriculum for High School
Mr. D Math is our favorite geometry homeschool curriculum. Read our honest review of this curriculum, and see why we love it.
Best Homeschool Algebra Curriculum & I Can Prove It!
See how my son improved his math test with using Teaching Textbooks.
Teaching Textbooks Review - Why We Love it For Algebra
Teaching Textbooks is the math curriculum we are currently using for algebra 1. There is a free trial and a free placement test which I highly recommend.
IXL Reviews - Why We Love it in Our Homeschool of One
We used IXL when we first started homeschooling over 4 years ago, we really enjoyed it and found that the adaptive learning was excellent.
Mr D Math Review - How It Makes Pre Algebra Easy
Mr D. Math is excellent, we have taken other classes (ASL and economics, see below) and LOVE them.
CTC Math - Kids Struggling With Math? This is The Answer
Do you want online math tuition to help?
Well CTC Math has you covered.
When you subscribe you get access to ALL age groups and subjects.
Smartick Review - The Best Homeschool Math Program
Smartick uses Artificial Intelligence so it meets your child’s strengths and weaknesses.
So if your child is below or above their expected level, Smartick adjusts to their needs.
Spark Math - A New Gamified Math Program For Grades K-4
Spark Math is a new gamified math program for grades K-4.
History Curriculum Reviews
If you are looking for a homeschool history curriculum, see what we think of the history curriculums we have used.
Beautiful Feet Books - Learning Through Literature
Early American History from Beautiful Feet books has quickly become a firm favorite in our homeschool.
Learning through literature is actually something we only discovered about 6 months ago, and I now can’t imagine another way to learn history.
We have tried dry, boring workbooks, and reading textbooks, but Beautiful Feet has re-engaged his love of history.
Why We Love History Odyssey from Pandia Press
History Odyssey from Pandia Press is a fantastic secular history curriculum for grades 4-12.
Sonlight - Exploring American History One Book at a Time
Sonlight is a Christian literature-based curriculum.
Despite being secular homeschoolers, this is the history curriculum we are currently using.
It is expensive, it is religious, but it is the best.
If you can't see past the religion though, History Odyssey from Pandia Press is a very close second.
Trekking Through History Why We Love It in Our Homeschool
We love playing board games in our family, and Trekking Through History is a definite favorite.
Carry on reading for our detailed review and how we play it in our homeschool.
Bring History To Life With This History Timeline For Kids
Bringing history to life is really important, these history timelines are a great way to do this.
Geography Curriculum Reviews
If you are looking for a homeschool geography curriculum, see what we think of the geography unit studies and activities we have used.
KiwiCo Atlas Crate Review: The Best Geography Subscription Box
The KiwiCo Atlas Crate is our favorite geography subscription box.
I have an exclusive 50% off your first box coupon code so you can try it for yourself. Use code HOMESCHOOL.
50 States Unit Study for Your Homeschool
Learn about your home state or all of the 50 states of America with this excellent unit study from Sonlight.
Language Arts Curriculum Reviews
Finding a great language art and writing curriculum, especially for my math-loving son, has been challenging.
See what curriculums we have used and loved.
Night Zookeeper Review - The Best Online Writing Skills Game
Night Zookeeper is a great "game" for elementary-aged children. This should only be used as a supplement, however, we loved it.
The kids enjoy learning while feeling like they are gaming, a win-win.
The BEST Homeschool Literature Curriculum
Learning language arts through literature is our favorite language arts curriculum and the one we are currently using in middle school.
We both highly recommend it.
WriteShop Review - Why It Is The Best Homeschool Writing Curriculum
We enjoyed Writeshop and it is a great writing curriculum, it is teacher-led (there is a teacher's manual, and it is very easy to follow.)
Heron Books Review - How To Write Essays That Have Impact
This Heron book is a small unit study on how to write essays that have impact.
As a unit study, it is excellent and very helpful. It is not a replacement language arts curriculum though.
The Best Homeschool Reading Curriculum For 2022
If you are looking for an online reading curriculum Lightsail is the answer you have been looking for.
How To Teach Cursive Writing In Your Homeschool
If you are wanting to teach cursive writing in your homeschool, Getty Dubay is here to help.
With both online and workbooks the kids will be masters in no time.
Night Zookeeper - The Best Writing Game For Kids
Night Zookeeper is a great supplement for lower elementary-aged children.
The kids will love "playing" during school time!
Science Curriculum Reviews
Science is my least favorite subject to teach, I hate the mess and the preparation.
These homeschool science curriculums are all excellent in their own way.
Mel Science Review - Why We Love it in our Homeschool
We love Mel Science, it should only be used as a supplement to a science curriculum, but is an excellent way for the kids to do labs at home (without too much mess, and is all there for you, no prep!!)
Check out our review for an exclusive promo code.
KiwiCo Eureka Crate Review
The KiwiCo Eureka Crate is another monthly science subscription that we absolutely love.
I have an exclusive 40% off your first box coupon code so you can try it for yourself.
The Best Anatomy Books For Kids From Know Yourself
If you are studying anatomy, you NEED these books from Know Yourself.
Keep reading though as I have an exclusive 10% off coupon code.
Real Science Odyssey Review - The Best Secular Science Curriculum
Real Science Odyssey is the best secular science curriculum. We are currently using Biology 2 and enjoying it.
They have science curriculum for kids in all age groups from elementary to high school.
Why We Love Generation Genius In Our Homeschool
The only reason we don't use Generation Genius anymore is that we have watched them ALL!
Really, my son absolutely LOVED them for science.
Unfortunately, we didn't use them for math as my son was too old when they launched.
But I can not recommend these highly enough, you can have a free lesson for both math and science to see if you think it will work for you too.
Heron Books Review - Young Scientist Series
If you are studying the human body this book from Heron Books is a great small unit study perfect for grades 4-6.
I have an exclusive 30% coupon code too.
Why Stem Subscription Boxes From OysterKit Are The Best
The stem subscription boxes from Oysterkit are excellent for younger children.
We have reviewed both boxes aimed at children 5-9 years old and we were both very impressed.
The Best Social Emotional Homeschool Curriculum
Our kids have gone through so much over the last few years. Much more so than we as parents had to deal with, and unfortunately, with what is happening in Ukraine, it is just getting worse.
Starting conversations about topics as hard as these are incredibly difficult for adults never mind for children.
There is no better time than now than to start social-emotional learning.
On my mission to find the perfect social emotional homeschool curriculum, I came across HeyKiddo.
The Best Digital Stem for Elementary Grades with STEMWerkz
STEM is so important for kids, and yet it is so hard for me to teach. So I don’t! I know my limits as a homeschool mom and this is definitely one of them!
Therefore, finding a digital STEM platform was the only way we could cover it.
We have recently discovered StemWerkz which is a digital stem platform for upper elementary-aged kids. We love it and think you will too.
A Great Human Biology Curriculum For Homeschool
Mom, I think I want to be a doctor! Hmm, well that came as a shock, as only last week he wanted to be a stockbroker!
On my search for an actual human biology curriculum, I came across Doctor Robins.
How to Love Homeschool Science with College Prep Science
Do you remember when you first decided to homeschool? I do, I was so confident that I would have the skills to teach my 8-year-old son everything he would need to know.
It makes me laugh so much now about how naive I was. So how do I teach the subjects I am not interested in, or very good at?
Homeschool science is my nemesis, so I am going to share with you, how it can be done successfully! I have recently come across virtual homeschool science labs, yes online!
With College Prep Science, carry on reading to see how we use it.
Homeschool Science Tips For Moms Who Hate Teaching It!
Check out my top tips on how to outsource science for the mom who hates teaching it.
Our number one tip is to use Greg Landry’s Homeschool Science Membership which is a monthly online science membership.
All in One Homeschool Curriculum Reviews
These homeschool curriculum reviews are for all in one curriculum rather than just one subject.
Adventure Academy Reviews - Why We Love It In Our Homeschool
Adventure Academy is aimed at children between the ages 8-13 and has been one of our favorite fun educational apps! In fact, I wish we had found it before he was 11!
He would have really loved it at 8 years old and I know we would have enjoyed it for years.
ABCmouse Review- 12 Reasons Why You Should Try It Now
I have only recently stumbled upon ABCmouse when another homeschool mom mentioned that her kindergartner was using it.
Keep reading for our honest ABCmouse review.
Homeschooling Online with BrainPOP An Honest Review
Homeschooling online with BrainPOP is great for kids grades K-8.
With over 1100 topics to search from with graded lessons and interactive videos there is nothing to not like.
Schoolio Review - The Best Homeschool K-3 Curriculum
Schoolio’s homeschool curriculum for kindergarten has all subject areas integrated together, sorted into themed weeks.
It is broken into three terms, and if required there is an option to buy individual terms either to try it out first or if you pull your child out mid-term.
Rounded Schoolhouse The Best All-In-One Homeschool Curriculum K-8
Rounded Schoolhouse is a new all-in-one homeschool system with core curriculum for grades 3-8 and live group classes for K-8.
Core subjects cover Math, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies & History, and Social-Emotional Learning.
Education Perfect - All You Need to Homeschool Online
Education Perfect is an all in one online homeschool curriculum for kids aged 9-18. See why we love it.
Exemplar Education Review - From A Homeschool Family Perspective
Exemplar is a UK online tutoring system for maths and English for all school-aged children.
All work is based on the national curriculum and offers 24 hours of qualified teacher support.
It is like having a personal tutor, just without the huge price!
Coding Curriculum Reviews
Coding is becoming the most important subject to teach! Check out all of the homeschool curriculums we have used,
Osmo Coding Jam - How to encourage children to start coding?
Play Osmo is an absolutely excellent way to introduce younger students to coding. We have used a number of their products when my son was younger.
MYTEK LAB: The Best Coding Classes For Homeschooling High School
We have used many coding classes and programming games (see at the end of the post) but MYTEK LAB offered something more…… They actually taught coding that could be used in the real world.
These online classes are aimed at upper middle school and high school grades.
Coding For Homeschoolers with Codakid
We thoroughly enjoyed online coding with Codakid and highly recommend it for upper elementary and middle school-aged students.
Osmo Coding Starter Kit Review- The Best Way To Learn Programming
Play Osmo is an absolutely excellent way to introduce younger students to coding.
We have used a number of their products when my son was younger, this is the osmo starter kit.
Online lessons and tutoring reviews
We take a lot of online lessons in our homeschool. Check out the ones we have reviewed and loved,
Outschool Review - The Best Live Online Homeschool Classes
Outschool has the best online classes for kids. They literally have everything from social clubs to curriculum help. We both highly recommend them.
Curiosity Stream Review Why We Love It In Our Homeschool
Curiosity Stream is a must in every home, it is less than $20 for a year and has excellent documentaries the entire family will love, not just your homeschooler.
MyTutor Review - The Best Online Tutors That Are Affordable Too
If you are looking for an online tutor in the UK, MyTutor is the best of the best.
You can have a free 15-minute trial to see if it is a good fit.
Why We Love Online Classes For Kids From Allschool
Allschool offer online classes for kids of all ages, however, as they are newer than Outschool there are not as many classes.
However, they are cheaper!
Live Online Homeschool For High School with StepMojo
Finding the right live online homeschool for high school classes is extremely important.
If your child is college-bound you want to make sure that the high school classes your child are taking are suitable.
Stepmojo could be the answer you are looking for.
Financial Literacy and Economics Curriculum Reviews
Learning financial literacy and economics is very important, check out our favorite resources.
MoneyTime Review - The Best Financial Curriculum for Middle Schoolers
Moneytime is an award-winning financial curriculum perfect for upper elementary-aged and middle school kids.
Carry on reading for an exclusive 25% off
Why We Love Homeschool Economics Curriculum with Mr. D Math
Are you struggling to find a homeschool economics curriculum for middle school? Yes, we were too!
That is until we have recently discovered that Mr. D Math now has 2 economics classes!
We have recently started using the Mr. D Math homeschool economics curriculum for grades 5-8. Freddie is about half of the way through Junior Economics and HE LOVES IT.
Financial Literacy for Teens With Beyond Personal Finance
We have taken multiple financial literacy courses over the last 2 years, which have all been excellent. So why was I on the hunt for a new financial literacy for teens course?
The other courses were more theoretical, which I wanted, but Beyond Personal Finance talks about what to expect for the next 20 years.
Why Finding a Homeschool Government Curriculum Is Important
Learning about the US government is super important. Having an understanding of politics is so important, and therefore finding a homeschool government curriculum is crucial.
The Principles and Precepts of Government is the curriculum we are currently using and my son really enjoys it.
Foreign Language Curriculum Reviews
Teaching a foreign language is almost impossible if you don't speak another one, therefore this will always have to be outsourced for us.
Japanese Homeschool Curriculum with Japanese From Zero!
My 7th grader has just started taking Japanese as his 4 year high school foreign language credit.
He uses Japanese from Zero as his main curriculum but carry on reading to see what else he uses to supplement his Japanese homeschool curriculum.
Lingopie Review - Learn Spanish The Easy Way in Homeschool
I have recently come across a new, and fun, way to learn Spanish in your homeschool from Lingopie.
Watching TV. I mean how cool is that, when I told Freddie he honestly thought there was a catch.
Keep reading for my honest Lingopie review.
Mr D ASL Review - High School Sign Language Curriculum
Mr D is an excellent homeschool resource, and this ASL 1 self-paced course is no exception.
Typing Curriculum Reviews
Learning keyboarding skills is almost as important as handwriting these days, check out our favorite resources.
Why Typesy Is The Best Homeschool Typing Curriculum
As we hit middle school this year I have been wanting to find a really structured homeschool typing curriculum.
Typesy is absolutely what we were looking for.
Kidztype - How to Type the Fun Way with Free Typing Games
I have been able to touch type for a couple of years now, probably since my years at university. Freddie has always wondered how I do it, and I have until now struggled with how to show him.
Kidztype is the answer.
Typesy Review - The Best Homeschool Typing Curriculum
Read our honest Typesy review to see why it is the best homeschool typing curriculum.
Music Curriculum Reviews
Adding music to our homeschool was arguably the best thing we did! Music In Our Homeschool is the best resource we have found, but we haven't had time to review it yet.
The Best Online Music Lessons With Great Bend Center for Music
We have recently come across the Great Bend Center for Music which has put together some fantastic online music lessons for kids in grades 4-12.
Carry on reading for our review and an exclusive discount code.
Private Online Guitar Lessons For Kids - With Tremolo Guitar School
Guitar lessons for kids online with Tremolo offer the best online private tuition we have found.
They currently have three exceptional tutors all of which have music degrees from the best universities in the UK.
Moosiko Review - Awesome Homeschool Guitar Lessons
Moosiko offers online guitar lessons for kids that help them to learn the first part of their favorite song in just 30 minutes.
Other Homeschool Reviews
These other homeschool reviews don't really fall into another category.
KiwiCo Doodle Crate Review + Promo Code
Check out our honest review of the KiwiCo Doodle Crate, this is an awesome and creative monthly box for teens and tweens.
Carry on reading for our exclusive 50% off discount.
KiwiCo Maker Crate Review
Check out our honest review of the KiwiCo Maker Crate, this is an awesome and creative monthly box for teens.
Carry on reading for our exclusive 50% off discount.
Which KiwiCo Crate Should I Get for Tweens & Teens?
We have compared the best 5 Kiwico Crates for tweens and teens so you know which is the best for your child.
Teach by Dennis Dinoia - Creating Independently Responsible Learners
Mr. D Math has only gone and written a book! I don’t hide the fact that we love Mr. D in our homeschool, we have even loved his Mr D ASL class and homeschool economics curriculum.
So when I saw Teach by Dennis Dinoia on Amazon I had to grab a copy.
The Best Map Testing Homeschool with NWEA & Homeschool Boss
As we are wanting to finish grade 6 early and jump straight into 7th grade, I wanted to do some map testing homeschool with NWEA and Homeschool Boss.
Check out our review of both services.
The Best Online Public Speaking Classes For Kids
We have recently been introduced to an amazing company, The Oracy Hub, which teaches young children just this.
Their public speaking classes for kids are fantastic and would be a great addition to any homeschool co-op or community group.
Summer Homeschool Deals - How to Plan For Next Year for FREE!
The Homeschool Buyers Club has put together over 20 free trials for us homeschoolers to try during the summer months.
Career Test for Teenagers & Tweens - How To Find Their Dream Job
We have recently discovered TruSpark, which is an assessment and curriculum, which helps kids aged between 12 and 16 years old find out what truly motivates them and then gives options for what career will suit them.
How We Use Twinkl Free Resources In Our Homeschool
Although Twinkl has a very reasonably priced subscription, we actually only use the Twinkl free resources in our homeschool now.
We previously had the subscription when my son was younger. But now we just use it for free.
Last Updated on 1 March 2023 by homeschoolof1