Preschool & Elementary

As a homeschool advocate, I love it when a young couple tells me before they’re even married that they plan to homeschool their children. I’d like to say I had that kind of wisdom and foresight as a young man or that even as a new father, I was just as committed to my children’s...

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...

Balancing academics and play in preschool homeschooling is easier with Apologia’s expert tips. Learn the best strategies to foster early learning while keeping education fun and engaging for young children.  Have you ever marveled at how preschoolers are preloaded with questions? Curiosity, observation, and questioning are not only enjoyable but also really important. Sometimes, as...

Back in the day, before email, texting, Facebook, or Twitter, people wrote letters before there were blogs or even the internet or digital anything. In my opinion, it was a glorious time.  Back then, people took the time to sit down and write letters – often very long letters – to one another.  People didn’t just...

We all fidget, but kids can sometimes be the masters of fidgeting. So, why not give them something to explore with their senses while they listen to their lessons? The Pumpkin Thinking Putty Activity is the perfect fall-themed science activity to add to your homeschool because it helps kids focus when they have something to...

Are you looking into homeschooling preschool? Here are top tips for teaching preschool at home! Did you know that a baby giraffe stands minutes after being born? Within an hour, it can run. But God didn’t create humankind to live like the animal kingdom, and I’m grateful we don’t need to be born ready to...

How do you choose the best preschool curriculum for homeschooling? First, preschool-aged children do not necessarily need a curriculum. However, preschool is a wonderful time to explore home education! If you have considered homeschooling but lack the confidence or experience, this season is a great stepping stone into this exciting possibility. The easiest way to...

Math picture books are an easy way to add some life and color to any math lesson. Simply work these into your homeschool schedule by adding them to your morning routine or right before you begin a new lesson. Either way, math picture books can increase interest in a new concept and excite your visual...

If you’re here, your student has entered the pre-teen years! Whether Apologia has been a staple in your home throughout the elementary years or you’re just looking into what we offer, Apologia’s science, math, and worldview homeschool curricula ensure your student enjoys a year of exploration and wonder. Following the suggested homeschool curriculum path, 6th...

At Apologia, we are passionate about the principles of education by Charlotte Mason. Markedly, her emphasis on sharing living ideas with children and respecting their personhood as learners has greatly impacted the design and effort of our curriculum. Subsequently, in our Young Explorer’s Science series, each book is thoughtfully written with your children’s appetite in...