Is BJU Press Homeschool Worth It in 2026? [The Honest Mom Review]
Wondering if BJU Press Homeschool is worth it in 2026? Here’s my honest, funny, and faith-filled review after 4 years of using it—spoiler: my 7-year-old basically teaches himself.
10+ Best Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum (2026-2027 Reviews)
After reviewing dozens of Christian homeschool programs and using many of them with my own children, I've learned that the best kindergarten homeschool curriculum isn't necessarily the most popular—it's the one that fits your child and your teaching style. Here's my review of the top kindergarten homeschool curriculum options for 2026-2027.
The Good and the Beautiful Review: Why It’s NOT Christian Homeschool Curriculum
The Good and the Beautiful is one of the most popular homeschool curriculums online — but is it actually Christian? In this honest review, I explain why I believe TGATB avoids clearly teaching the gospel, why so many Christian homeschool moms feel conflicted about it, and what better Christian curriculum alternatives exist today.
Abeka Review: Pros, Cons and Who it’s best for?
Thinking about Abeka homeschool curriculum? Here’s my honest review as a homeschool graduate who actually used it growing up. Abeka creates incredibly strong academic foundations, especially in phonics and math, but many homeschool families also experience burnout, tears, and overwhelm trying to complete everything. Here’s what I’d do differently as a homeschool mom today.
Sonlight Math Review: Pros, Cons, and Who It’s Best For
Looking for an honest Sonlight review? Here’s what Christian homeschool families need to know before buying Sonlight curriculum. We used Sonlight Grade 3 Readers in our homeschool and loved the living books, missionary stories, and whole-book reading approach — but there are also important concerns about worldview mix, parent involvement, and evolution being taught alongside creationism.
MASTERBOOKS Homeschool Curriculum: Christian Review
Masterbooks is a narrative based, Charlotte Mason-inspired Christian homeschool curriculum. It’s the perfect fit if you’re looking for an affordable option with open-and-go characteristics. Check out this review here.
Veritas Press Review 2026: Pros, Cons, Pricing & My Verdict
Is Veritas Press worth it? Discover the best (and worst) parts of this elite classical homeschool program! 🚀
TOP 10 Best CHRISTIAN Homeschool Curriculum Options [2026-27]
Discover open-and-go, gospel-centered Christian homeschool curriculum options like BJU Press, Abeka, Schoolhouse Teachers, and more.
I Ranked Every Middle School Science Curriculum So You Don't Have To
Trying to choose the best Christian middle school science curriculum? In this guide, I rank popular homeschool science programs like BJU Press, Apologia, Sonlight, Science Shepherd, MasterBooks, Compass Classroom, and more. Discover which curricula are the most independent, gospel-centered, affordable, hands-on, and easiest for busy homeschool mums to actually use in real life.
BJU Press Bible 3 Review (worth it for homeschool?)
This BJU Press Bible 3 review shares what it’s like to use this Christian homeschool Bible curriculum with video lessons in real life. I walk through how it works day-to-day, how independent my child has become, and how it builds confidence in reading and navigating Scripture, while fitting into a busy homeschool with multiple children.
BJU Press Math 3 (Online with Books) Review — A Homeschool Mum’s Honest Take
This BJU Press Math 3 review shares our real homeschool experience using the online video lessons with books. After using BJU math from kindergarten, we’ve found it builds strong independence, saves parent time, and keeps lessons engaging. I also compare it to other math programs and explain why we’ve continued using it while homeschooling and working from home.
BJU Press Focus on Fives (Online with Books) — Real-Life Review
This is my second time using BJU Press Focus on Fives, and I’ve appreciated it so much more this time around. After trying other kindergarten programs, what stands out is the independence it builds. The video lessons take some of the teaching load, which makes the day more manageable and gives me space to work from home or care for younger children.
7 Best Homeschool Art Curriculum Programs (Online & Offline Picks)
Looking for the best homeschool art curriculum but overwhelmed by all the options? From Charlotte Mason video lessons to full live online studio classes, I ranked 7 popular programs and compared what’s included, how much teaching you’ll actually have to do, and which homeschool method each one fits best. 🎨
Saxon Math vs Singapore Math: A Homeschool Comparison (2026 Guide)
Trying to choose between Saxon Math vs Singapore Math for homeschool? In this detailed comparison, I break down spiral vs mastery, lesson length, pricing, manipulatives, online options, Common Core alignment, and which math curriculum is better for gifted or struggling learners. If you’re stuck deciding, this honest review will help you choose confidently.
The BEST Health & Physical Education Curriculums (2026)
Struggling to keep your homeschool kids active? This guide breaks down the best Health & Physical Education curriculums for homeschoolers in 2026 — including Christian options, video-based PE, free programs, and all-in-one solutions. Perfect for busy homeschool parents who want simple, affordable ways to keep kids moving.
🎥 BJU Press: How Long Does It Take? (+ What We Skip)
Wondering how long BJU Press really takes — and whether it’s too much? In this honest, practical breakdown, a second-generation homeschool mum shares real daily timeframes, what we skip in BJU Press, and how to streamline lessons without lowering standards. Perfect for Christian homeschool families feeling overwhelmed.
Abeka vs All About Reading: Which One Won’t Make Your Kid Cry?
Trying to decide All About Reading vs Abeka? This honest, parent-informed comparison breaks down phonics methods, workload, worldview, video lessons through Abeka Academy, and why some kids thrive while others melt down. A fun, practical guide for Christian homeschool parents choosing a reading curriculum that actually fits.
Bju Press Vs Christian Light Education: Which Christian Homeschool Curriculum Fits Your Family?
Trying to decide between CLE vs BJU Press? Both are traditional, rigorous Christian homeschool curricula that prepare kids well for college—but they feel very different day to day. From video lessons vs. offline workbooks, theology differences, cost, and independence, this honest comparison helps you figure out which one actually fits your family (without the overwhelm).
CLE vs ABEKA — Which Christian Homeschool Curriculum Actually Fits Your Family?
Stuck deciding between CLE vs Abeka? This honest, parent-to-parent breakdown compares Christian Light Education vs Abeka on workload, cost, parent involvement, independence, theology, and real-life homeschool sustainability. Learn which Christian homeschool curriculum fits your kids, your time, and your sanity—without regret buying or burnout 😅.
Gather Round: Will It Fill the Gaps or Create HOLES in Your Homeschool Plan?
Is Gather Round homeschool curriculum a wonder-filled unit study… or a gap-filled headache waiting to happen? This honest Christian homeschool review breaks down what Gather Round does well, where parents say it falls short, how much supplementing is needed, and whether it really works as a full homeschool plan.