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The Library
Hand-picked by Chance and Chey, the resources we keep coming back to. No padding, no paid placements. Cost and faith are labeled honestly, and the verified stamp only appears once one of us has confirmed the link still works. Start anywhere.
Books
The shelf we would hand a new homeschooler, with who each one is not for.
The Well-Trained Mind
Susan Wise Bauer and Jessie Wise
For a structured, classical, grade-by-grade plan.
Faith lens: secular
Not for: Families wanting a relaxed or child-led approach.
Teaching from Rest
Sarah Mackenzie
For parents who feel overwhelmed and want a calmer rhythm.
Faith lens: faith-based-open
Not for: Anyone looking for a day-by-day curriculum (this is a mindset book).
The Brave Learner
Julie Bogart
For bringing delight and creativity into learning.
Faith lens: secular
Not for: Families wanting a rigid scope and sequence.
Home Learning Year by Year
Rebecca Rupp
For a clear checklist of what to cover each grade.
Faith lens: secular
Not for: Unschoolers who avoid grade-level targets.
For the Children's Sake
Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
For the Charlotte Mason philosophy.
Faith lens: explicitly-religious
Not for: Readers wanting a secular framing.
Free to Learn
Peter Gray
For the research case for self-directed and play-based learning.
Faith lens: secular
Not for: Parents wanting step-by-step structure.
We are still adding to this. Know a books resource we should include? Tell us and we will check it by hand before it earns a verified stamp.
Podcasts
The ones we keep in our own feed.
Simply Charlotte Mason Podcast
Sonya Shafer
Practical, encouraging episodes on Charlotte Mason's methods: narration, living books, nature study, and atmosphere. One of the most trusted voices in the CM community.
A Delectable Education
Liz Cottrill, Richele Baburina & Nicole Williams
Deep dives into Charlotte Mason's original volumes. These three educators have read every word Charlotte Mason wrote and break it down episode by episode.
Read-Aloud Revival
Sarah Mackenzie
Everything about building a reading-rich home. Book recommendations, author interviews, and practical strategies for making read-alouds the anchor of your homeschool day.
Homeschool Conversations with Humility & Doxology
Ainsley Arment
Interviews with homeschool families from every background: unschoolers, classical educators, Charlotte Mason families, and everyone in between. Honest and encouraging.
The Brave Writer Podcast
Julie Bogart
Julie Bogart has done more to help parents stop dreading writing instruction than anyone in homeschooling. Every episode reframes language arts as something joyful.
Pam Barnhill's Homeschool Solutions Show
Pam Barnhill
The most broadly useful homeschool podcast we know. Pam covers every philosophy and challenge, and is especially good for Morning Time planning and managing multiple ages at once.
Art of Homeschooling Podcast
Jean Miller
For parents who feel constantly behind. Jean's approach is gentle and practical, specializing in helping families find a rhythm that actually works.
Exploring Unschooling
Pam Laricchia
The definitive unschooling podcast. Pam interviews families across many years of experience, including grown unschooled children who talk about what the experience was like.
Homeschool Sanity Show
Melanie Wilson
For the homeschool parent holding it together by a thread. Melanie is a psychologist and homeschool veteran, and her episodes on burnout, motivation, and getting unstuck are genuinely useful.
Empowering Homeschool Conversations
Peggy Ployhar (SPED Homeschool)
The only podcast we know built specifically for parents homeschooling children with learning differences. Covers dyslexia, ADHD, autism, giftedness, and 2e learners.
We are still adding to this. Know a podcasts resource we should include? Tell us and we will check it by hand before it earns a verified stamp.
YouTube for Parents
Curriculum walkthroughs and honest reviews.
Simply Charlotte Mason
Simply Charlotte Mason
Video tutorials, curriculum walkthroughs, and Q&A sessions covering every aspect of Charlotte Mason homeschooling. Sonya Shafer's visual explanations make abstract CM concepts concrete.
Confessions of a Homeschooler
Erica Arndt
Honest curriculum reviews and day-in-the-life homeschool content since 2010. One of the most trusted curriculum reviewers on YouTube.
Large Family Table
Jamerrill Stewart
8 kids, 13+ years homeschooling, completely practical. Her curriculum hauls and yearly planning videos are the most watched in this space.
Homeschool Pop
Short, high-energy lessons on history, science, and geography that elementary-aged children actually want to watch. Use it for review or as a conversation starter after a lesson.
Pam Barnhill, Morning Time
Pam Barnhill
The visual companion to her podcast. The Morning Time series shows exactly what a family gathering looks like in practice, especially useful for multi-age families.
We are still adding to this. Know a youtube for parents resource we should include? Tell us and we will check it by hand before it earns a verified stamp.
YouTube for Kids
Vetted channels worth their screen time.
Crash Course Kids
Short, animated science videos aligned to the national curriculum. Perfect for 3rd to 6th grade. The main Crash Course channel covers history, biology, chemistry, and literature for teens.
TED-Ed
Animated lessons on everything from philosophy to physics to literature. Our top pick for sparking big conversations.
Khan Academy
The free tutoring system used by millions of families. The channel previews what your child gets inside the platform. Especially strong in math.
SciShow Kids
A science channel that answers the questions kids actually ask: why is the sky blue, how do volcanoes work, what makes food spicy. Short episodes, high energy, solid science. Ages 5 to 10.
Overly Sarcastic Productions
Entertaining deep dives into history, mythology, and classic literature told with humor. Strong coverage of the Iliad, Odyssey, and Shakespeare that complements a classical or CM curriculum. Ages 12+.
Geography Now
One episode per country, every country in the world. Each covers flag, geography, culture, demographics, and bordering nations. Ages 10+.
We are still adding to this. Know a youtube for kids resource we should include? Tell us and we will check it by hand before it earns a verified stamp.
Blogs
Writing we trust and come back to.
Simply Charlotte Mason Blog
Sonya Shafer
Articles, free resources, and practical guides for implementing Charlotte Mason methods at home. Every post is grounded in CM's original writings but written for modern families.
Hip Homeschool Moms
Practical articles, free printables, curriculum reviews, and encouragement for everyday homeschool families. Covers scheduling, special needs, and high school planning.
The Unlikely Homeschool
Jamie
One of the most well-organized homeschool blogs online. Her monthly 'Biblio-files' book lists by age, and her '5 Steps to Start Homeschooling,' are the best single beginner guide we've read.
Homeschool Better Together
Pam Barnhill
The blog companion to Pam's podcast. Free Morning Time plans, scheduling templates, and the best writing on how to run a multi-age homeschool without losing your mind.
Confessions of a Homeschooler (Blog)
Erica Arndt
Erica has been homeschooling since 2006 and reviewing curriculum longer than almost anyone online. The free printables section alone is worth bookmarking.
Living Joyfully (Unschooling)
Pam Laricchia
The most thoughtful writing on unschooling available online. Pam has been documenting her family's unschooling life since 2006.
Weird Unsocialized Homeschoolers
Kris Bales
Kris is funny, honest, and unapologetically weird about homeschooling. When you've had a bad week and need someone who gets it, this is the blog.
We are still adding to this. Know a blogs resource we should include? Tell us and we will check it by hand before it earns a verified stamp.
Curriculum Reviews
Where to read before you buy.
Cathy Duffy Reviews
Cathy Duffy
Reviewing homeschool curriculum since 1984. Over 500 independent reviews organized by subject, grade, and learning style. No affiliate bias, she tells you what does not work as clearly as what does.
The Curriculum Choice
A co-op of experienced homeschool parents, each reviewing the curricula they actually use. Every review names the learner it works best for and whether the reviewer would buy it again.
Homeschool Buyers Co-op Reviews
Reviews from thousands of real homeschool families with verified purchases. The rating system shows an overall score plus separate scores for ease of use, content quality, and value.
We are still adding to this. Know a curriculum reviews resource we should include? Tell us and we will check it by hand before it earns a verified stamp.
Apps
Tools that pull their weight, with honest pricing. Free ones first.
Khan Academy
Free
Full courses in math, science, and the humanities, roughly K-12 and up.
Khan Academy Kids
Free
Early learning for ages 2 to 8.
Libby
Free with a library card
Borrow ebooks and audiobooks from your local library.
Duolingo
Free with ads, paid tier removes them
Language learning.
Quizlet
Free with a paid tier
Flashcards and study sets.
Prodigy Math
Free with a paid tier
Game-based math practice.
Epic
Paid subscription, free for educators during school hours
Large kids' ebook library.
Photomath
Free with a paid tier
Shows step-by-step math solutions, useful for teaching the steps.
We are still adding to this. Know a apps resource we should include? Tell us and we will check it by hand before it earns a verified stamp.
Guides & Articles
Longer reads from the Scout
A Guide to Different Homeschool Approaches
A warm, parent-to-parent guide to popular homeschooling approaches, classical, Charlotte Mason, Montessori, unschooling, and how to choose yours.
Engaging Local Activities for Homeschool Families
Practical local activity ideas for homeschooling families, from field trips to co-ops, plus how to find and build a homeschool community near you.
Understanding Common Homeschooling Styles: A Warm Guide for Families
A warm, parent-to-parent guide to common homeschooling styles, from Charlotte Mason to unschooling, plus how to choose the right fit for your family.
Why Homeschooling Could Be Right for Your Family
Twin sisters share the real benefits of homeschooling, from flexible schedules to stronger family bonds, and how to know if it fits your family.
Why Homeschooling Styles Matter for Your Child
Your homeschooling style shapes how your child learns and grows. Explore the major homeschool styles and find the right fit with our free quiz.