Choosing Curriculum

Underscoring strong academics is important, but the real impact comes when children are grounded in their faith. By actively engaging with God’s Word, families stay rooted in divine truth rather than worldly values. Deciding that you want God’s Word to be the foundation of your homeschool is a profound commitment. But often, getting started feels...

As your homeschooled student approaches high school, it’s important that they are set up for success in their higher education years. That is why Apologia has some fantastic offerings to prepare your students for the more difficult material that awaits them in high school. 8th graders following Apologia’s suggested curriculum path will go through Exploring...

We exist within a physical world that we experience through our senses of sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. We live with our human nature interacting with nature itself. So, choosing the right physical science course for your homeschooled student should be a matter of how you want your student to view his or her...

As homeschooling continues to grow in popularity, many families are seeking ways to integrate their faith into their children’s education. Bible-based homeschooling is an excellent way to combine academic learning with spiritual growth. It offers students a deeper understanding of Scripture while nurturing their hearts. A structured Bible curriculum can serve as a guide, helping...

Physical science is an important subject; it teaches students the basics of much of our world. However, many parents feel unfamiliar with the subject and, therefore, are nervous about teaching it. Parents may be asking things like: What is physical science? What is the best location and situation to teach this subject? Is it worthwhile...

The idea of teaching high school biology can often strike fear in parents. How can I teach a subject I don’t feel capable of teaching? What curriculum do I choose? What about dissections? If you feel this way, you’re not alone. Many parents feel like it is difficult to provide their teens with a quality...

The Importance of Bible Curriculum for Children Before diving into some of the best Bible curriculum options for homeschoolers, let’s talk about our why. Why is studying the Bible important for kids? If you don’t have your why solidified, here are some ideas that may help. Bible Education to Learn Their Faith As parents, our...

So your homeschooled student has reached middle school—congratulations! Continuing your child’s home education beyond elementary school is a wonderful thing and a huge accomplishment for a homeschooling parent. Our hope is that Apologia continues to partner with you in your student’s educational journey. For 7th grade, Apologia’s suggested curriculum path includes your choice of Exploring...

Many parents create a mission statement when they begin homeschooling. It is a way for them to state their homeschooling goal and what kind of education they will provide for their students. For our family, our mission statement or goal for homeschooling was to teach our kids to love God, love others, and do ALL...

So, you feel called to homeschool, but you don’t know how to begin your homeschool journey?  It’s a daunting task—educating your children while raising them to be responsible, kind, productive, God-fearing individuals. But God designed and prepared you perfectly for this role, and where you may be lacking, God fills in the gaps. Here are...