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June 20, 2025 · In: Curriculum, Middle + High School

2025-2026 Homeschool Curriculum Picks

This post contains all of our 2025-2026 homeschool curriculum picks for 5th grade, 8th grade, and 11th grade. It’s my favorite time of year! 🙂 Finalizing our 2025-2026 homeschool curriculum…

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June 29, 2024 · In: Curriculum, Living Books

Favorite Living History Homeschool Curriculum

After 10 years of homeschooling, these are our favorite living history homeschool curriculum that incorporates some favorite Charlotte Mason practices. I can thank Charlotte Mason for a lot of things,…

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the peaceful press

October 1, 2023 · In: Curriculum, Reviews

Christmas Curriculum Favorites

Over the last few years, we have used a few different Christmas curriculum, and here are our favorites to use with 4 through 12 year old students. When I first…

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a gentle feast review

March 22, 2023 · In: Curriculum, Middle + High School, Reviews

Review: A Gentle Feast Curriculum

Have you been interested in A Gentle Feast Curriculum, but finding yourself confused with not enough information? I’m going to break down our year using A Gentle Feast so you…

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children's book series

August 27, 2022 · In: How to Start Homeschooling, Living Books

Children’s Book Series for Voracious Readers

“What book can I read next?” was a common question around here. Finding great children’s book series was a huge help in reducing decision fatigue. Here are some of our…

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charlotte mason homeschool

August 20, 2022 · In: For Moms, How to Start Homeschooling, Living Books

Book Lists for Children

Want to know where to find high quality children’s book lists for read alouds or independent reading? I’ve compiled some of my favorite go-to book lists for children’s literature. Where…

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If you’ve ever ended the day feeling behind… this If you’ve ever ended the day feeling behind… this is for you.

Education is life.

Not a checklist.
Not a race.
Not something to “get done.”

For a long time, I thought a good homeschool day meant we finished everything in the planner.

But over the years, and especially now in the teen years, I’m seeing the effects of the faithful day-to-day.

Education is happening...
in the mealtime conversations.
in the living books that stir empathy.
in the habit of finishing what we start.
in learning to apologize, to serve quietly, and to try again.

You probably heard that Charlotte Mason stated that education is life. Believe or not, but formation is happening even on the days that feel messy and unproductive.

It’s not only about what our kids know, but about who they are becoming. That kind of education doesn’t always fit neatly in your homeschool planner spread.

What “counted” as education in your home this week? 

More from the #charlottemasonmondays crew:
#cmmprinciple8
@truthgoodness_and_beauty
@moraviapress
@arrowsforchrist
@hannahs.healthyhabits
@livingideasplanner

#charlottemason #charlottemasoninspired homeschoolingteens
Giveaway is now closed. After a month of using S Giveaway is now closed. 

After a month of using Simply Piano, my daughter is actually asking to play… just for fun. 🎹 Her confidence has grown so much, and that daily practice streak has been the best motivator. #ad

I’m so excited because one of you will win a family subscription, which includes access for up to 5 students plus Simply Guitar, Simply Draw, and Simply Sing. Such a fun way to add more creativity to your homeschool or family rhythm!

How to Enter:

1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Follow @hellosimplypiano + @juiceboxhomeschool
3️⃣ Comment “piano” to receive a special link where you can have up to 4 additional users for the price of 1! 🎉

Giveaway closes on Monday, 3/2/26 at 1pm PST, and is in no way associated with Instagram. The winner will be contacted via DM by this account only.

#simplypianohomeschool #homeschoolresources #pianoforkids homeschooling
At the start of the year, I shared in IG stories t At the start of the year, I shared in IG stories that we revisited our homeschool boundaries. So many great questions came in surrounding this topic! They exist to make the most of our time and to build and practice healthy habits for the long run.

Homeschool burdens did become lighter when I decided what we needed, and let the rest go. 🤍 These are a few boundaries that helped when my kids were younger, and some that are guiding our days right now. They are flexible as each season, child, moment organically requires.

What boundaries have served your homeschool days well lately? Or what would you like to try to implement?

#homeschoolboundaries #homeschoolsanity #homeschoolmom #homeschoolrhythm #homeschoolplanning
These are the Bible studies working well for us in These are the Bible studies working well for us in this season of homeschooling an elementary, middle schooler, and high schooler.

My personal study: Christ in All of Scripture
This study is designed for one-year, but hey, it’s going to be a two-year study for me (seasonally pausing to pick up other studies with my church)! I love the style and length because it is clear, beautiful, and helps me stay consistent, even on busy weeks.

For different levels of readers: Faithfulness Series
My kids are using the Increase Faithfulness series for individual study. If you have children of different reading and comprehension levels, this one offers 3 different levels on the same topics. You can learn the same truths together!

For family-style around the table: Proverbs
I appreciate this open-and-go shot of wisdom for us all. It includes short commentary plus discussion questions for easy conversations during morning meetings.

If you’re wanting something that supports both your personal study and family discipleship, these have been such a sweet fit in this season.

Comment “Bible” and I’ll send you the blog post with all of these linked.

What Bible study are you loving right now?

Check out #livingbooklegacy for more ideas:
@brittsbookbin
@moraviapress
@juiceboxhomeschool
@letthemlovelearning

#biblestudy #familybiblestudy #homeschooling #morningbasket
If you’ve been wanting an Easter study that’s Scri If you’ve been wanting an Easter study that’s Scripture-rich, family-friendly, and actually doable, take a look at Above Every Name!

What stands out to me:
✅ clear structure that doesn’t weigh down mornings
✅ prompts that lead to real conversation
✅ works well with multiple ages
✅ pages you’ll actually want to come back to
✅ keeps the focus where it belongs!

I’m sharing a few favorite features in this post. Comment “Easter,” and I’ll send you a closer look!

Thank you to @notconsumed for gifting this study. We have completed several of their Bible studies, and I tend to level up a couple years from the suggested age range, but check the samples to see for yourself!

#easterstudy #biblestudyforkids #homeschooling #biblecurriculum #notconsumed
Author Spotlight: Grace Lin Her books are full of Author Spotlight: Grace Lin

Her books are full of heart, heritage, and hope, and I love how they bring light in by opening windows to new stories.

Here are the titles pictured: 
The Ugly Vegetables
Kite Flying
Bringing in the New Year
Fortune Cookie Fortunes
Dumpling Days

She has many more books, too! Have you read Grace Lin yet? 
👇 Drop your favorite title below.

More author spotlights from #livingbooklegacy here:

@moraviapress
@playinghomeschool
@thisnewday_
@letthemlovelearning

Determined to get it together and post early this week.

#gracelin #aapiauthors #authorspotlight #juiceboxreads
Charlotte Mason’s Principle 7 reminds me that disc Charlotte Mason’s Principle 7 reminds me that discipline doesn’t have to feel heavy or harsh. It’s steady and formative. It grows and shapes over time, and that discipline can be so delightfully rewarding.

If you’re in a season where consistency feels hard, this is your reminder to keep going, with graciousness toward yourself and others.

Save this for the days you need the reminder.

In our season, we are working on the habit of orderliness. Which habit are you nurturing right now?

More on #cmmprinciple7 here:

@arrowsforchrist 
@livingideasplanner
@juiceboxhomeschool
@moraviapress
@hannahs.healthyhabits

#charlottemasonmondays #charlottemasonhomeschool #homeschoolrhythms #homeschoolencouragement
In honor of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to share a f In honor of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to share a few books that have been helpful in the love department!

⭐️ For parenting your younger children: The Five Love Languages of Children
⭐️ For parenting your teenage children: What to Say and How to Say it to Your Teens
⭐️ For your marriage: You and Me Forever
⭐️ For a unit study on love through a Biblical lens: The Valentine’s Day Guide from @brighterdaypress 

What is a favorite book about love?

More on this from #livingbooklegacy:

@brittsbookbin
@thisnewday_
@playinghomeschool
@agoodbookhunt
@treasuredhourbookshop
@letthemlovelearning

#booksaboutlove #christianparenting #bookstagram #juiceboxreads
One of my kids discovered a real passion for piano One of my kids discovered a real passion for piano through an in-person instructor… and my other kid? Let’s just say piano lessons feel very much like a chore. #ad

Trying @hellosimplypiano as a treat after her regular lesson practice has been sparking some interest. The app turns music into something fun, doable, and confidence-building, and she actually looks forward to it. 

If you want to try it with your own kids, you can comment “piano” and I’ll send you a special offer for the Family Plan subscription (up to 5 users!) for homeschool families, which includes benefits like 4 apps for the cost of one! 

Hope this helps make learning piano a little happier in your home too. 🎶

#simplypianohomeschool #sponsor #homeschooling #pianoforkids
These 10 books have made an impact in shaping my i These 10 books have made an impact in shaping my ideas on motherhood over the years.

📖 Treasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full
📖 Building Spiritual Habits in the Home 
📖 Mere Motherhood
📖 The Lifegiving Parent
📖 Lift Your Eyes
📖 How We Love Our Kids
📖 Habits for a Sacred Home
📖 Hold Onto Your Kids
📖 Age of Opportunity
📖 Parenting
Have you read any of these? Each one has value in the many seasons of homeschooling and motherhood. 

More from #livingbooklegacy here:
@moraviapress
@thisnewday_
@brittsbookbin
@treasuredhourbookshop
@agoodbookhunt

#booksformoms #homeschoolmoms
A random day of homeschooling with a 5th grader, 8 A random day of homeschooling with a 5th grader, 8th grader, and 11th grader in photos. Our last year with an elementary, middle, and high schooler! 

Every day is different (i.e., time at home, interruptions, and moods), but really trying to pause and pray more because I need that more than anything. Love connecting with you on this journey. 🤍 

A few others sharing their day in the life homeschooling:

@notebookingwithdelight
@moraviapress
@hannahs.healthyhabits

#charlottemasonmondays #homeschooling #cmmditl
Our 2025 favorite reads edition is here (and it wa Our 2025 favorite reads edition is here (and it was not easy, mostly due to memory)!

My favorites:
What to Say and How to Say it to Your Teen
The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli (we are still in this read-aloud, but LOVE IT)

11th grade favorites:
How to Read a Room - our one-on-one read
Hiroshima

8th grade favorites:
The Hobbit
Restart
50 Math Tricks That Will Change Your Life
Rascal

5th grade favorites:
Tabitha’s Travels
This Seat’s Saved
Anne of Green Gables
The Wright Brothers

What was one of your favorites from 2025 you thinik we should check out? I’d love to build our list!

More from #livingbooklegacy here:

@agoodbookhunt
@brittsbookbin
@treasuredhourbookshop
@thisnewday_
@livingbrighthomeschool
@moraviapress
@playinghomeschool

#livingbooks #juiceboxreads #homeschooling
Teaching kids about money does not have to feel ov Teaching kids about money does not have to feel overwhelming. Little relatable examples and small habits add up over time. #ad

We have been using Teach a Kid to Save by Stephen Day to guide family conversations. The book walks through chores, earnings, and real-life purchases, which feels timely now that my kids are in a stage where they get to practice this often.

What I love most is how simple and doable it feels.
A mini economy, meaningful choices, and daily practice all happening while financial wisdom grows slow and steady.

📚 Comment “money” for the link!

@revellbooks @_paperrobots
#teachakidtosave #juiceboxreads #homeschooling
Happy New Year, homeschool friends! I’m excited t Happy New Year, homeschool friends!

I’m excited to kick off another year of sharing our homeschool journey. It’s my last year with a span of elementary, middle school, and high school levels, and just trying to soak it all in. It’s my prayer to continue to share through graduating my three, although holding the space with an open hand.

If you’re newer to my little corner, it’s nice to have you! I share some of our best practices and whatever the Lord is teaching us in the normal day to day. I also love sharing favorite books, curriculum, and resources that have served us well.

Feel free to shoot over any questions. I love to connect with other homeschool moms. I recently had a wave of messages around the topic of boundaries during school hours that I will be sharing in a different post.

Swipe through to see our current book stack for read alouds, personal reads, and some I read with my kids. I also share with #livingbooklegacy when I can, and if you enjoy books, you’ll want to know these ladies!

@brittsbookbin
@moraviapress
@treasuredhourbookshop
@agoodbookhunt
@playinghomeschool
@thisnewday_
@delightfullyfeastingpress
@letthemlovelearning
@livingbrighthomeschool
@thesewildknights

#livingbooks #juiceboxreads #booksforteens #homeschoolmiddleschool
Want to spark a love of reading this year? It star Want to spark a love of reading this year? It starts with selecting great books, and the younger you start, the deeper those roots will grow. #ad

The Bookling Society from Beautiful Feet Books is a delightful book club subscription for kids in grades K-4th. You don’t have to homeschool to join! Every month, they hand-pick a richly illustrated picture book that sparks imagination, wonder, and meaningful conversation.

What makes it special is the experience. Your first box comes with a drawstring bag, the sweetest collectible Hero pin, plus a QR code full of goodness, including an audio read-aloud, recipes to try, and a deeper look at the author or illustrator.

It is a literature-based character study for little ones, and would also make a great gift for birthdays.

Comment “books” and I will send the link so you can peek inside and learn more! 📚

#livingbooks #childhoodliteracy #homeschoolingmoms #beautifulfeetbooks characterstudy juiceboxreads
This past year of homeschooling teens stretched me This past year of homeschooling teens stretched me in some uncomfortable ways. 
Specifically:
more listening,
more letting go,
more coaching from the side as they navigate.
 
The transition from mom of kids to moms of teens still takes me a minute to step back rather than jump in. A friend recently encouraged me to not stop leaning in to these transitions because it is a deposit worth making.

As we look toward what 2026 will bring, I feel steady hope rising. More faithful conversations, usually when it is inconvenient. More real-life skills and moments where I get to watch them step into who God is shaping them to be.

This is the homestretch is truly a sanctifying stretch. I’m grateful I get to go through it with my people!

I am knee deep in a book on topic of communicating with teens effectively, and LOVING IT. So much so that I’m going to send an email all about it when I’m done. If you’d like to receive it, comment “email” and sign up for it!

More from #homestretchhomeschooling:
@delightfullyfeastingpress
@redefiningschool 
@rootedinrest

#homeschool #homeschoolingteens #homeschoolhighschool #homeschoomiddleschool homeschoolmom
Here are 10 middle-grade (and slightly-older-middl Here are 10 middle-grade (and slightly-older-middle-grade 😉) books that have made an impact in our homeschool.

From true stories of courage to unforgettable fiction, these are the titles my kids really enjoyed this year.

Our Top 10 Picks:
• Unbroken (Young Readers Edition) by Lauren Hillenbrand
• The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare
• Amos Fortune, Free Man by Elizabeth Yates
• Wonder by R.J. Palacio
• Rich Routines by Steve Houghton
• Jim Elliot by Janet & Geoff Benge
• David Livingstone by Janet & Geoff Benge
• Winning the War in Your Mind for Teens — Craig Groeschel
• Ground Zero by Alan Gratz
• God’s Smuggler by Brother Andrew

These stories sparked conversations, built empathy, challenged our thinking, and gave us something to look forward to with each chapter. 

If you’re looking to stock your middle-grade shelves (or find your next read-aloud!), this list is a great place to start.

✨ Comment BOOKS and I’ll send the list straight to your messages.

More on this topic from #livingbooklegacy here:

@brittsbookbin
@agoodbookhunt
@delightfullyfeastingpress
@thesewildknights
@treasuredhourbookshop
@thisnewday_
@livingbrighthomeschool
@moraviapress

#middlegradebooks #homeschoolreads #familyreadalouds #juiceboxreads #livingbooks #chapterbooks #middleschoolreads
World Watch News has been part of our morning rhyt World Watch News has been part of our morning rhythm for years now. #ad Even in our busiest seasons, it’s one of the few things I keep because it’s brief, engaging, trustworthy, and such a simple way to stay connected to what’s happening in the world.

On the days we need a slimmed-down homeschool morning (especially with busy teen schedules), this is the first thing I reach for. Ten minutes, no prep, and it sparks the best conversations with my kids.

If you’ve been wanting to try it, they’re offering their normal 30-day trial PLUS an extra 3 months free. That’s 4 months of FREE daily episodes to try with your family! 🙌

Comment “world watch” to check out this special offer.

It’s truly been a family favorite in our homeschool.

#currentevents #worldwatchnews #homeschoolsubscription #homeschoolresource #homeschoolplanning #homeschoolmornings
Looking for a nice during the winter break to help Looking for a nice during the winter break to help you unwind and recharge? Here are just a few of my favorites!

If you would like to see more options, comment “books” and I can send you my list of favorite reads during breaks to specifically encourage me in this season of motherhood and homeschooling.

More from #livingbooklegacy here:
@thisnewday_
@moraviapress
@treasuredhourbookshop

#livingbooks #motherhood #booksformoms #cozyreads #juiceboxreads #bookstagram
Giveaway is now closed. Unboxing a little happy ma Giveaway is now closed.
Unboxing a little happy mail and a GIVEAWAY for you! 💌

If you’re a mom who loves discovering solid, faith-based resources, Christianbook is one of my favorite places to browse. They carry so many of the curriculum brands we actually use, plus supplemental books, devotionals, electives, and those “just right” helpers you stumble on while planning your year. 

✨ I feel really honored to have a special page on Christianbook filled with all of our go-to curriculum picks, beloved book series, and even gift ideas.

And because I love sharing what helps our family, I’m giving away a $100 Christianbook gift card! 🎉

Here’s how to enter (super simple!):
✨ Like this post and be sure to follow @juiceboxhomeschool @christianbook and @homeschoolcompass 
✨ Comment “ideas” for the link to my favorites page

✨ Bonus entry: Tag a friend who loves homeschool deals or curriculum research.

Giveaway closes on 12/12//25 at 3pm PST. Not associated with Meta in anyway, just something fun to bless one of you! 

#christianbook #homeschoolcurriculum #homeschoolresources #livingbooks #homeschoolmoms #homeschoolplanning #juiceboxreads
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