Elementary Homeschool Curriculum

Choosing to homeschool your child in their elementary years can be intimidating. On one hand, you know your child’s needs better than anyone. Many of the aspects of homeschooling may appeal to you – the flexible schedule, the ability to choose your own elementary homeschool curriculum, the confidence of instilling your values into your child’s education – the list goes on.

But on the other hand, there are challenges to homeschooling that you want to make sure you overcome. Maybe you’ve never taught before, or maybe you’re confused about your state’s homeschool requirements. Maybe you haven’t thought about adverbs or denominators since you learned about them when you were in elementary school! How will you explain the parts of speech in your child’s language arts curriculum, or help them understand when their math curriculum starts to tackle long division?

The good news is that as long as you are evaluating your child’s progress, and adapting your instruction accordingly, you will find that these challenges are not as daunting as they once seemed.

Choosing an Elementary Homeschool Curriculum

What areas do I feel I can explain well already, and in which areas will I need a little support?
Do I want my homeschool curriculum to be guided, would I rather have complete control over my curriculum, or do I want something in between?
Where can I find resources that effectively assess my child’s learning?
How much will my child’s interests drive my instruction?
How will I want to schedule lessons during my homeschool days?
What lessons can I include that support my child’s social, emotional, and intellectual development?
Are there lessons that can be taught in ways that traditional schooling cannot accommodate, such as teaching about the moon’s cycles outside on a clear night?
What values do I want to incorporate into my child’s homeschool experience?

Choosing a homeschool curriculum that supports your answers to these questions can be instrumental in your child’s success.

Research-Based Curriculum

Dr. Brian D. Ray, writing for the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI), notes that one of the most common reasons parents say they chose to homeschool their children was to be able to “customize or individualize the curriculum and learning environment.” Additionally, Dr. Ray notes how parents want to “use pedagogical approaches other than those typical in institutional schools.”

Homeschooling allows parents to make these important decisions themselves. Since every child learns differently, and every family has different needs, a plan that allows for maximum flexibility is the best choice for most homeschooling parents. Miacademy’s elementary curriculum was designed to help you customize your child’s education with this cornerstone of flexibility in mind.

Elementary Math Curriculum

Teaching math is often an area of concern for many elementary homeschool parents. However, the right resources will help those concerns melt away. Students will benefit for years to come from a strong math foundation. The basics of counting and other increasingly advanced math skills are important building blocks to a child’s education in math. Your child’s homeschool elementary math curriculum should set them up for a lifetime of success in mathematics!

Elementary Language Arts Curriculum

Learning a variety of communication skills to help students express their thoughts is a core component of a strong elementary homeschool curriculum. You will want your language arts curriculum to provide a number of opportunities for reading, writing, and speaking development. Guidance on how to modify those lessons for your child’s needs is also helpful.

Elementary Science Curriculum

Your child’s homeschool elementary science curriculum can provide an opportunity to develop curiosity about the natural world. Building a strong foundation of science skills can help your child learn to make predictions, test theories, and analyze information.

Elementary Social Studies Curriculum

When students learn history and civics at a young age, it can inspire them to become active participants in their communities. A quality elementary social studies curriculum helps students see how their roles in a society can have huge influences on their own lives, as well as the lives of others.

Do I Need Accreditation for My Elementary Curriculum?

Accreditation is the process of an independent institution verifying that a school or curriculum meets a high level of educational quality. Accredited status through a reliable accreditation institution allows you to have confidence knowing that you are getting the highest quality educational materials possible.

Miacademy, for example, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Schools – Western Association for Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC). Our accredited elementary homeschool curriculum (which consists of Art, Foreign Language, Life Skills, Math, Music, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies) is designated as a Supplementary Education Program. This indicates that our curriculum meets the high standards for educational quality in a homeschool program.

What Can Miacademy Offer Your Elementary Student?

Miacademy prides itself on producing the highest quality curriculum for homeschool families. With Miacademy’s elementary homeschool curriculum, you will have access to:

Step-by-step language arts courses that begin with consonants, vowels, and rhyming, leading to reading and writing short stories and poetry
Math courses that strengthen counting, adding, and subtracting skills, developing early confidence with mathematical concepts
Engaging science lessons, such as “Fur, Feathers, Scales or Skin,” that help foster curiosity about the natural world
Compelling social studies lessons that introduce children to the geography and culture around the world
Opportunities to explore basic computer skills, graphic design, and business concepts by playing educational games and setting up digital storefronts
Biblical studies including scripture readings, accounts of important events, and quizzes to help with retention
Music, art, foreign language and life skills elective options that help your child discover new passions about their own learning

Furthermore, out flexible curriculum allows you to design a learning experience that fits your lifestyle and educational needs. For example, there are no timed tests, allowing students to move at their own pace. Parents can even choose curriculum from several different grade levels to reflect their child’s readiness in each area. You can build your child the best curriculum for them, while remaining confident in the quality of their education.

Miacademy is More than a Curriculum – It’s a Community!

In addition to offering your child a high-quality elementary curriculum, Miacademy creates a community where students have fun while learning. Students can build their own digital storefront, interact with other students through a moderated message board, and play games that reinforce their education. Your child can develop their creativity by designing their own digital clothing and furniture. They can even write articles for our Miacademy newspaper! All of these community features are optional, safe and fully-moderated.

We believe that education is not just about memorizing facts, but about developing the entire child. We strive to provide the skills that are necessary for your child to be prepared for a lifetime of success!