#4: Curriculum, Curriculum! How Kids Learn and What Curriculum is Best for You

Katie joins us today from Idaho. She has five kids; two who attended public school and three who have been exclusively homeschooled. Katie's background in psychology and as a curriculum consultant brings some great information to the table as she explains how kids learn. Katie gives us an in-depth description of each curriculum she uses for each subject and why. She explains how content-based subject matter, like; grammar, science, social studies, and geography, can be taught as 'family-style', while skills-based subject matter, such as reading and math, should be taught independently. What curriculum does Katie suggest is best for you? Listen to find out! Curriculum discussed:Pam Barnhill- Your Morning Basket (pahttps://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellingmbarnhill.com)Open and Go curriculum- minimal prep work!Katie's recommendation:The Good and the Beautiful (https://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellinggoodandbeautiful.com) **open and go** for:-Math (spiral technique): K-3 parent-led, grades 4+ video-led-Handwriting-ScienceK-3- no need to do grammar at this age, focus on phonics, reading, handwriting.K-3: All About Reading - Official Site | https://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellingHomeschool Reading Program (allaboutlearningpress.com)All About Spelling - Official Site | Homeschool Spelling Program (allaboutlearningpress.com)Neshttps://www.nessy.com/en-gb/nessy-reading-and-spellingsy Reading and Spelling | Nessy (for child to do while working with other children)Explode The Code Online (for child to do while working with other children)Draw Write Now - Christianbook.com (for child to do while working with other children)Michael Clay Thompson | Royal Fireworks Press (rfwp.com)Language Arts- break up into goals. Grades 4-6 finish handwriting, start cursive, spelling (Michael Clay Thompson, All About Spelling, Outschool)Institute for Excellence in Writing (iew.com)For online classes-Set Learning Free: Let kids' curiosity run wild with classes and groups on any topic you can imagine. (outschool.com)Streaming:Curiosity Stream | If it's out there, it's in hereBrainPOPGeneration Genius: K-8 Science Videos for Kids – K-12 Internet Resource Center (k12irc.org)Watch The Magic School Bus | NetflixWild Kratts | PBS KIDS The Tuttle TwinsThe Tuttle Twins’ Books Introduce Important Ideas About Freedom That Schools Don't Teach But Should!My Homeschool VillageDo you want to homeschool but are overwhelmed with where to start? We have you covered!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showInstagram: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcast Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast