In this episode of the Homeschool Mom Podcast, Janelle Knutson addresses various questions from listeners regarding homeschooling, particularly focusing on curriculum choices, resources for high school students, and approaches to standardized testing. She shares her insights on BJU Press curriculum, recommends Bible study resources for high schoolers, and discusses the importance of foundational skills in kindergarten. Additionally, she compares two high school history curriculums, Generations History and Notgrass History, highlighting their unique features.
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BJU Press Homeschool Ethics Bible Course Homeschool Curriculum Review
Do you want your teen to make wise choices that honor God? Then this course is for your teen! Ethics is a one-year, 12th grade Bible course from BJU Press that teaches teens how to think biblically and grow in their own walk with the Lord so that they can make wise, ethical decisions. From heavy topics like life and death and sexual ethics to how a Christian city counsel member should vote to use city funds, this course gives students the biblical principles they need to apply to any ethical decision they need to make.
BJU Press Bible Curriculum for 7th and 8th Grade
Here is a look inside the BJU Press Bible homeschool curriculum for 7th and 8th grade. The Story of the Old Testament and The Life of Christ.
IEW Writing & Grammar versus BJU Press English
Let’s talk about IEW writing & grammar compared to BJU Press English. Why do I use and recommend both? Why not stick to just one? I share all this and more in this video!
Ninth Grade Homeschool Curriculum Choices (2025-2026)
Here’s a look at the courses my 9th grader will be taking this upcoming school year. I’ve listed the course title that will go on her transcript along with the credit amount and the curriculum she will be using.
Fourth Grade Homeschool Curriculum Choices (2025-2026)
Here’s a look at our fourth grade homeschool curriculum choices for the upcoming homeschool year. Notgrass, BJU Press, All About Reading, and more!
BJU Press Heritage Studies 3 World Regions Homeschool Curriculum
Take a look inside the NEW BJU Press Heritage Studies 3 World Regions curriculum for 3rd grade in this YouTube video.
Chatty End of the Homeschool Year Wrap Up
Let’s talk about how the homeschool year went in this chatty, end of the homeschool year, wrap up video. I’m sharing what systems and routines worked for me and my kids, what curriculum helped me homeschool while dealing with health issues, and how I tweaked the curriculum to fit a shorter homeschool year.
Top 5 Favorites for Homeschool Curriculum
I’m sharing my favorite homeschool curriculum after over 20 years of homeschooling! Watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast platform.
Answering Your Questions about BJU Press Math and Math-U-See
Answering your questions about Math-U-See and BJU Press math. Will Math-U-See prepare a teen for college? Is BJU Press math better for teens going into a STEM field? Find out in this video.
BJU Press Consumer Math Review
Consumer Math has proven to be a very practical stewardship course for teens as they head off into the adult world to manage their own finances. Because the courses is grounded in a biblical worldview, teens will learn how to steward their finances and their life for the glory of God.
Answering Your Questions About Consumer Math & Personal Finance Curriculum
I’m answering your questions about consumer math, personal finance, and stewardship curriculum for homeschool teens.