FREE Homeschool Curriculums
FREE! That’s a word we all like. We like free refills, buy-one-get-one-free coupons and free upgrades to just about anything. Rental cars, spa services, vacation packages, you name it; if it’s free, we’re all over it. That’s why I can’t pass up this opportunity to share about some free homeschool curriculum. That’s right; families can educate their children at home for free. Take a look at these complete, free homeschool curriculum and see if there is one that is right for your family.
Ambleside Online is a free curriculum for those interested in the Charlotte Mason style of homeschooling, which incorporates a heavy dependence on real books and an exploration of the arts. It was created by a group of families who wanted “to design a course of study that would provide as close a modern approximation as possible of the curriculum designed by Charlotte Mason for her PNEU Schools.” Many of the resources recommended in the curriculum are available at your local library or can be attained inexpensively second-hand. Ambleside Online also has an online community, so you have opportunities to ask questions from and interact with other homeschooling parents.
K12 is a public school, online curriculum. The curriculum’s components differ, depending on your state and overseeing school, but because it is, in fact, public school, all curriculums are provided for free. K12 offers perks for students and parents, too, including online seminars, a parent forum, art competition, a free newsletter and representatives who are ready to answer your questions. Some areas even offer social support for students by way of monthly outings. One thing to remember, because K12 is public education, students are still expected to participate in your state’s standardize testing.
Whether you are new to homeschooling or simply looking for a change in your homeschooling experience, it’s nice to know that there are some free options available. Take a look at these two options—Ambleside Online and K12—and see if one of them is right for you!
