Education

Thinking about adding coding to your homeschool? Here’s a real look at the CompuScholar Python course, including lessons, projects, and what to expect from this beginner-friendly programming curriculum.

Looking for a Java programming course for homeschool? This CompuScholar review breaks down lessons, structure, and how it supports AP Computer Science learning at home.

Finding a middle school writing curriculum that actually builds skill without overwhelming students can be tough. The Wordsmith Bundle offers a clear, practical approach to teaching writing that helps kids grow in confidence while making it easier for parents to teach at home.

Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind is a mastery-based homeschool grammar curriculum designed to build real understanding—not just memorization. In this honest mom review, I share who this program is best for, what makes it different, and why it’s become a staple in our homeschool.

Floats McGoats is a calm, screen-free logic board game that builds real critical thinking skills through hands-on play. This homeschool favorite from Timberdoodle encourages independent problem-solving while keeping kids focused and engaged.

This homeschool review shares our experience using The Thinking Toolbox from Timberdoodle and how it builds critical thinking and reasoning skills. I explain how we used it, who it’s best for, and why it became a meaningful, discussion-based addition to our homeschool routine.

My Year of Art is a favorite from our Timberdoodle kit, offering open-ended prompts that encourage creativity without pressure. I love how it introduces real artist techniques while allowing kids to explore freely. It’s low-prep, flexible, and works beautifully for multiple ages.

Mosdos Press Literature: Jade offers a rich, gentle, open-and-go approach to 7th grade literature. With structured lessons, beautiful stories, and meaningful skill-building, it’s become one of my favorite parts of our Timberdoodle year.

Math-U-See Algebra 1 makes big-kid math simple, visual, and confidence-building. Timberdoodle’s kit helps students master Algebra at their own pace—whether steady or accelerated—while giving moms a clear, hands-on curriculum that finally makes algebra make sense.