Thanksgiving has a way of sneaking up on homeschool families. One minute we’re enjoying fall routines, and the next we’re rushing to keep up with academics, plans, and holiday activities. That’s exactly why we created our Hearts of Thanks Discovery Guide, an intentional pause that brings our focus back to gratitude, truth, and the beauty of learning together.

High schoolers often feel daunted by British Literature – all the classic names (Dickens, Austen, Golding, Lewis) and thick novels can seem overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. The TLP British Literature Package invites students into these beloved works with clarity, guidance, and a faith-based perspective.

Seventh graders crave stories that are exciting and challenging in just the right way. At this age, your student is ready for complex characters and deeper themes—but without dull busywork. That’s exactly what the TLP 7th Grade Package delivers. It blends captivating literature with rigorous skills, guided questions, and even scriptural connections—so reading and writing become an adventure of discovery, not a chore.

Oh, dear Mama, we’ve just talked about giving ourselves a giant, restorative cup of grace, haven’t we? We’ve cleared the chaos of the rigid schedule and allowed ourselves the beautiful permission to pivot. Now that we’ve created a little space, where do we place our energy to ensure the rest of the year flows with unhurried joy and fruitful learning?

Take a deep breath. This feeling is normal. Every homeschool parent hits this point—and the good news is, you can press reset anytime.

If you’ve ever felt weighed down by juggling a separate grammar book, spelling workbook, writing curriculum, and comprehension questions, all while trying to keep up with your child’s reading, you’re not alone. That scattered approach is overwhelming for parents and frustrating for students.

That’s exactly where Total Language Plus Discovery Guides come in.

If you’ve ever curled up on the couch with your little ones and a stack of picture books, you already know the magic of reading aloud. Their eyes widen, questions bubble up, and suddenly the story comes alive in your living room. That spark, that joy of discovery, is exactly what inspired us to create our brand-new Discovery Guides for Grades K–2. Because learning at this age should feel less like worksheets and more like wonder.

If you’re homeschooling a 5th grader, you know this stage is full of curiosity, imagination, and (let’s be honest) plenty of activity. Kids at this age want adventure, stories that feel alive, and a chance to see themselves in the characters they’re reading about. That’s exactly why the 5th Grade Package at Total Language Plus is one of my favorites. It balances fun, faith, and foundational skills in a way that makes language arts feel like an adventure instead of a checklist.

If you’ve ever looked at a stack of high school literature requirements and thought, “Yikes…how do I make this meaningful, not just a box to check?” you are not alone. High school language arts can feel intimidating, especially when it comes to something as broad as American Literature.

When I first heard about Charlotte Mason, I was a homeschool mom who was a former educator and she hadn’t “shown up” in my educational history classes. Why was she so special? Here was this 19th-century British educator who believed in short lessons, real books, fresh air, and treating children as whole people—not just empty vessels waiting to be filled with facts. Honestly, I was hooked before I even finished reading about her works.

You’ve probably heard people in the homeschool world toss around the phrase “living book” like it’s a secret password into the world of rich, meaningful education. But what exactly is a living book…..and why do homeschoolers (myself included) get so excited about them?

Maybe you've heard a friend talking about homeschooling or maybe the idea of sending your child away from you for 8+ hours a day sounds unappealing, and you find yourself thinking about homeschooling your child. 

You are in the right place and let me tell you that homeschooling is a wonderful, wonderful blessing but will have challenges

Dear fellow mom who's been Googling things like “Charlotte Mason curriculum,” “homeschool without crying,” or “why does my child hate history?”......pull up a chair and let’s talk about living books.

Writing is a fundamental skill, yet it presents a significant challenge for many students and educators alike. The vast array of writing styles, from persuasive essays to narrative fiction, informative reports to creative poetry, demands a diverse set of proficiencies. This complexity can make the act of writing daunting for some learners.

Think about taking 20 minutes with your family to discuss our freedoms as a nation and our freedom in Christ. Perhaps around a campfire or over 4th of July food!