January has ended, and February has us back in our rhythm. Over the past five years of homeschooling, I’ve often found myself in conversations with new homeschool moms looking for advice as they get started. I love sharing what has worked for us: what we’ve loved, what we’ve adjusted, and what we’ve left behind. Each semester brings new discoveries. I understand how helpful it can be to peek into someone else’s routine for inspiration.
So today, I’m sharing the curriculum choices we’ve made for this 2025 spring semester. From math and science to history and Bible studies, here’s what our homeschool looks like right now.
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MATH
We are continuing to use The Good and The Beautiful (TGATB) for math. Jack, my second grader, enjoys the engaging stories and characters woven into each lesson. He especially loves the logic puzzles and interactive activities that make learning feel like a game.
Avery, my sixth grader, also enjoys the program, but we’ve decided to switch things up for her in the fall. The current lessons often take her between one and three hours to complete, which just isn’t manageable. We will be trying Denison Algebra, which comes highly recommended by friends. Look for a full review at the end of the year.
To reinforce multiplication and division facts, we’ve started a daily challenge. Each week, we tape 12 flashcards to the kitchen wall. Every day, the kids compete to beat their personal best (and each other!). It’s been a fun way to turn practice into a friendly competition.
I also like to rotate hands-on math tools to keep things fresh. The night before, I’ll set one out on the kitchen table. In the morning, the kids notice it and gravitate towards it out of curiosity. Here are a few of our favorites:
- MathLink Cubes
- Imagination Patterns
- Drill & Play Building Toy
- Melissa & Doug Play Money Set
- Magnetic Building Sticks
LANGUAGE ARTS
We are sticking with The Good and The Beautiful for language arts as well. Avery loves how it integrates geography, art, history, and creative writing. Some lessons even incorporate baking into literature studies. She is thrilled to have the chance to call reading and baking “schoolwork!”
Jack is a curious learner, but language arts is his least favorite subject. Reading came easily to him, but spelling is more of a challenge. TGATB makes it fun with engaging activities, and we supplement with games to reinforce tricky words.
We also include handwriting and typing in our language arts studies. Avery recently completed her TGATB sixth-grade handwriting book and loved learning cursive. But this semester, we’ve decided to turn our focus to typing.
Jack just started the third-grade handwriting book. He has been excited to learn cursive too. Sometimes, he even does multiple lessons in one sitting!
For reading, both kids are working through The Tuttle Twins history books again. They absolutely love them. These books dive into important historical events and principles. I get the added bonus of counting them as part of our history studies. Homeschool win!
HISTORY, GEOGRAPHY, GOVERNMENT
My kids LOVE history, so we go all in here. One of our new additions this semester is The Story of the World, which has been a big hit. The kids especially enjoy the audiobook version on YouTube, narrated in a way that makes history come alive. They often ask to listen to it in the car, and it has kept them entertained for hours!
As mentioned, we also read and reread The Tuttle Twins History books. They tell the real stories behind America’s founding, individual rights, and personal responsibility. Instead of dry facts, these books bring history to life in a way that sparks curiosity and discussion. My kids devour them, and even my husband and I find them entertaining and educational.
If you haven’t introduced your kids to The Tuttle Twins, I highly recommend them!
SCIENCE
For science, we are using The Good and The Beautiful. One of the things I love most about this curriculum is the variety. There are over 20 science units to choose from. These cover everything from astronomy to marine biology. We typically cover 2-3 lessons per week and aim for 2-3 units per semester, depending on interest and pacing.
Jack and Avery both chose Energy and Motion to start this semester. The lessons are engaging. The experiments are doable. The focus on God’s creation makes it a perfect fit for our homeschool. The curriculum is designed for family-style learning. This setup allows us to explore the same topics together. It includes optional extensions for older kids.
BIBLE STUDY
Both of my kids love reading and learning Bible stories. Their retention amazes me, and I love seeing them excited to dive deeper into Scripture.
Avery read The Action Bible a few years ago, and now Jack is reading it too. If you have a child who enjoys graphic novels, this is a fantastic way to engage them in the Bible.
We have also incorporated devotionals that we go through together. Avery and I are reading Best Friends and Mean Girls, which has sparked great discussions. (Bonus: We went to a True Girl event last weekend, hosted by the author!)
Jack wanted a special book to do with mom too, so we started Mom and Son: Our Journey Together. It’s a guided journal that helps us connect and learn more about each other.
Final Thoughts
Homeschooling gives us the freedom to tailor education to our kids’ needs, creating an ever-evolving learning experience. Each semester brings new opportunities to explore, adapt, and grow. I love watching my children get excited about learning. It happens through structured lessons, hands-on activities, or a single curious question that leads us down an unexpected rabbit hole!
I hope this glimpse into our homeschool gives you ideas and inspiration for your own journey.
Stay tuned. My next post will discuss all of our favorite educational games. It will cover how we use them to make learning even more fun.
P.S. If you’re a list lover like me, I’d love to share an example of the weekly student planner we use! This planner sets clear expectations for the week. It allows the kids to work through their tasks in the order they prefer. Still, everything must be completed before the school day ends. It’s been a game-changer in keeping us organized and on track!
What curriculum choices are working for your family this semester? Let me know in the comments!