Homeschool Curriculum I’m Most Excited to Teach This Year

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Every homeschool year brings something new—new books, new routines, and sometimes even entirely new subjects. One of the things I love most about homeschooling is the flexibility to try different resources and find what really clicks for my kids. Some years we make big changes, other years we stick with what’s working and just build on it.

This year, I have six subjects and curriculum choices that I’m especially excited about. Since we started school back in mid-July, I’ve already had time to dig into most of these, and they’ve been highlights of our homeschool days.

I’m homeschooling four kids right now—an 8th grader, twin 7th graders, and a 1st grader—and it’s been so encouraging to see how these particular resources are making our days both richer and smoother.

Shormann Algebra

Ok, I’m going to cheat a little with this first one because technically I’m not teaching it. But my son is taking Shormann Algebra, and I love this program so much that it deserves a spot on my list!

Shormann Math is an online program where Algebra and Geometry are integrated, so students actually earn 1 credit of Algebra and ½ credit of Geometry. Each lesson includes a video lecture, interactive questions, and automatic grading and recording.

What sets it apart, in my opinion, is how thorough it is. Instead of just moving on when a student misses a problem, they’re encouraged to make corrections, retake quizzes, and revisit lessons until the concepts really stick. As a former math teacher turned homeschool mom, I love that.

We switched from CTCMath to Shormann this year for high school math. CTCMath worked fine, but I was drawn to Shormann’s more rigorous approach and the way it teaches math as a tool for understanding God’s world. The biblical worldview woven into the lessons has been such a blessing—I’m thankful my son is not only learning math but also being reminded of how it points back to our Creator.

Foundations in Worship (Master Books)

Another highlight has been Foundations in Worship from Master Books. This is our Bible elective for the year, and it’s been such a pleasant surprise! We’ve never really gotten into hymn studies before—at least not in a way that stuck—but this one has been a hit.

Each week we spend time learning a new hymn: digging into the Scriptures behind it, discovering the hymn writer’s story, and completing engaging activities. Sometimes the kids translate the hymn into their own words, sometimes they draw illustrations, other times they trace Bible cross-references. The variety keeps it interesting, and even I’ve learned a few hymns that I’ve come to love.

One unique feature is that students present on each hymn. It’s been a great way for my kids to practice presentation skills—sometimes using Canva, Genially, or even simple notecards. They rotate each week so it’s not overwhelming, but it’s been a fantastic addition to our homeschool routine.

It only takes about 20 minutes a day, which makes it easy to fit in, and I love how it blends Bible study with music appreciation.

Mystery of History, Volume II

For history, we moved into The Mystery of History, Volume II, which covers the period from the ascension of Jesus (around A.D. 33) to the 1400s. What I love about this series is that it doesn’t just focus on medieval Europe. Instead, it weaves together the story of the early church with worldwide events, giving us a bigger picture of how God has been at work through history.

Last year we worked through Volume I quickly so we could start Volume II this year, and I’m so glad we did. Now we’re taking the full year to dig in. There are so many activities, timeline projects, and resources included that you can customize the curriculum to your family’s needs. It’s been engaging for both my kids and me, and honestly—it makes history something we all look forward to each day.

Third Form Latin (Memoria Press)

Latin has been a steady part of our homeschool journey, and this year we’ve reached Third Form Latin from Memoria Press. I started teaching Latin with Prima Latina back when my son was in 3rd grade, and a small group of kids has stuck with me ever since. Now we meet at my house once a week for lessons, and the kids do their independent work at home throughout the week.

This year, we’re using the video lessons taught by Sean Brooks, and he’s fantastic—funny, clear, and thorough. It’s been a big help since we’re hitting more advanced material. After years of vocabulary and grammar, it feels like everything is coming together through translations and more complex structures.

Latin is definitely challenging at this level, but it’s been rewarding to see how it connects to other subjects like science and history. I may count it as a high school credit for my son, and my daughters are already using it as one.

Generations Literature Set

For literature, my oldest is working through the Great Christian Adventures Set from Generations. It’s quite different from what we used last year (Essentials in Literature), but I’ve been pleasantly surprised!

He’s starting with Titus: A Comrade of the Cross, and I’ve been reading along with him so I can keep up with the story. Each chapter includes vocabulary, comprehension, and application questions that tie the reading back to Scripture. I love that he’s not only reading good literature but also being guided to think about it through a biblical lens.

Yearbook Class

And finally, I’m teaching a Yearbook class at our homeschool co-op! This is brand new for us, and I’m excited to see how it turns out. We’re using Picaboo’s yearbook software, which makes it easy to assign pages, collect photos, and even manage orders.

It’s been fun working with the kids in class, and one of my own children is taking it with me. It’s definitely a learning experience for all of us, but I think the end product will be something really special for our co-op community.

Wrapping Up

So that’s my homeschool update—the six subjects and curriculum choices I’m most excited about this year. From math and Bible study to Latin and yearbook, it’s been encouraging to see my kids grow and to find resources that really work for our family.

I’d love to hear from you! What curriculum are you most excited to teach this year? Share in the comments—I always love hearing what other families are using.

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