How to Choose a Christian Homeschool Curriculum (A Simple Guide for Families)

Mar 5
5 min read

Updated: Mar 9

Homeschooling can be one of the most rewarding journeys for a family. One of the first steps is choosing a curriculum, and while there are so many great options, it’s completely normal to feel a little unsure or overwhelmed. The good news? You don’t have to figure it all out at once. With a few key considerations, you can find a Christian homeschool curriculum that fits your child’s learning style and your family’s needs.

Whether you’re just exploring homeschooling or ready to start, these points can help you make an informed, confident choice.

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What Makes a Homeschool Curriculum Christian?

When looking for a Christian homeschool curriculum, it’s helpful to think beyond the label “Christian.” Some programs include Bible verses but don’t fully integrate a Christian worldview across every subject. Others incorporate nice, Christian-themed stories without much depth.

A truly Christian curriculum points children toward Jesus, encourages them to live out Biblical principles, and helps them see the world through a Christ-centered lens. It is founded on the Bible and equips parents to impress God’s ways on their children, as described in the book of Deuteronomy.

At its heart, “Christian” means “little Christ.” A Christian homeschool curriculum isn’t just about removing secular topics—it’s about intentionally guiding children to love, follow, and imitate Jesus. For families who desire to integrate faith and learning, this is a core consideration.

Finding Curriculum That Fits Your Family

The variety of options available today is a blessing, but it can feel overwhelming. One way to narrow your choices is to focus on the “fit” for your child and family. Think of it like shopping for clothes: you already know your size and preferred fit, so you can focus on color and style.

In homeschooling terms:

Size & Length = Your child’s learning level & desired approach (Christian vs. secular)
Style = The curriculum format that suits your family and teaching style

Once you know these factors, the decision becomes much simpler.

Different Styles of Christian Homeschool Curriculum

Christian homeschool curriculum comes in a variety of formats—each with its own approach, structure, and style.

Traditional Workbook Curriculum

These bring the classroom home. Lessons, worksheets, and structured schedules provide a clear roadmap for learning. This style works well for families who enjoy detailed lesson plans, a step-by-step approach, and measurable goals.

Charlotte Mason Style

Based on the philosophy of Charlotte Mason, this approach emphasizes living books, narration, copywork, and teaching the whole child. Children explore literature, art, nature, and character-building activities while learning core subjects. This style nurtures curiosity and allows learning to feel rich and engaging, rather than strictly regimented.

Unit Studies

Unit studies focus on a specific topic or theme, integrating multiple subjects—science, history, reading, and art—around that topic. They’re fun, hands-on, and often spark deep engagement. The key is pairing them with a structure that ensures foundational skills aren’t overlooked.

For example, That It May Go Well, our free homeschool curriculum, uses unit studies within a family-style structure to keep learning flexible yet thorough. It’s hard to choose just one style! That’s why we pulled from several popular methods when designing TMGW.

Homeschooling Multiple Children

If you’re homeschooling more than one child, curriculum choice becomes even more important. A family-style curriculum can help you:

Teach multiple ages at the same time
Reduce daily planning stress
Avoid burnout and keep homeschooling enjoyable

Even if your children are several years apart, a curriculum designed for family-style learning allows siblings to learn together without forcing one-size-fits-all lessons. If you’re homeschooling a single child, this is less critical—but still useful for future planning.

Should You Start With a Free Curriculum?

Free Christian homeschool curriculum can be a wonderful way to begin homeschooling. It lets you:

Explore homeschooling without a large financial commitment
Experiment with different teaching styles
Discover what works best for your child before investing in a paid curriculum

Many families start with free curriculum in the early years and continue using it for multiple grades. Homeschooling doesn’t have to be expensive to be effective and meaningful.

Choosing a Bible-Based Curriculum

A Bible-based curriculum integrates Scripture and Christian principles throughout every subject. This ensures that learning isn’t just academic—it also nurtures character, wisdom, and faith.

When reviewing a curriculum, consider:

How consistently Scripture is incorporated across subjects
Whether lessons encourage practical application of Biblical principles
Opportunities for family discussion, worship, prayer, and reflection

A strong Bible-based curriculum can serve as both a learning tool and a spiritual guide. Education doesn’t need to be separated from the Bible. As 2 Peter 1:3 (NIV) says, “His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.”

Everything we need for life and godliness! God cares deeply about every part of our lives.

A Simple, Affordable Curriculum for the Whole Family

That It May Go Well Curriculum

We created That It May Go Well to meet a need we saw in the homeschool market—and a need we personally desired for our own family: a Bible-based, family-style curriculum that is both affordable and effective.

Guided by the Lord, we designed this curriculum to help families who want:

A Christ-centered approach to learning
Truly Bible-based education
Flexibility for multiple ages and learning styles
A curriculum that is simple, manageable, and cost-effective

That It May Go Well combines structured lessons, unit studies, and family-style teaching to help parents feel confident in their homeschooling journey—without being overwhelmed.

Practical Tips for Choosing Your Curriculum

Start with Your Goals – Consider your child’s learning style, your family’s faith priorities, and your desired balance between structure and flexibility.
Sample Lessons First – Many curricula offer free sample lessons or units. Try them out before committing.
Consider Your Schedule – Some curricula require daily preparation, while others are more flexible. Match the workload to your family rhythm.
Think Long-Term – Choose a curriculum that can adapt as your child grows or as you add children to your homeschool.
Look for Community – A curriculum with parent support groups, forums, or online communities can be invaluable for encouragement and advice.
Bonus: Consider Aesthetics – We know this isn’t the most important point, but who doesn’t love a beautiful, modern looking curriculum? 🙃

Above all, we encourage you to pray about this decision. God knows everything you don’t about your child, your upcoming season, and what curriculum will be the best fit for your family. Invite Him into the decision!

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