Heather Leach from My Homeschool Village
Homeschooling multiple kids at different grade levels can sometimes feel like trying to cook five different meals at once—one needs dairy-free, another won’t eat anything green, and someone’s crying because their sandwich got cut the wrong way. (You know the struggle.) But what if there was a way to teach all your kids at the same time, using one engaging topic, without losing your mind? Enter: unit studies!
Unit studies allow your entire family to dive deep into a subject together. Picture this: while your little one is making a construction paper pyramid, your middle schooler is researching how ancient Egyptians mummified their dead (complete with grossed-out expressions and fun facts they’ll never forget). Meanwhile, your high schooler is writing a persuasive essay on whether aliens actually helped build the pyramids (because, let’s be honest, they’ve seen the documentaries). One topic, many levels, and best of all—one exhausted but victorious mom.
Here’s why unit studies are a homeschool mom’s best friend:
Less Planning, More Learning
Say goodbye to juggling five different lesson plans. With a unit study, one topic covers history, science, writing, and even art. That’s right—you can actually sip your coffee while it’s still warm!
Siblings Learn Together
Instead of separating everyone into different corners with different textbooks, unit studies let your kids share in the learning experience. This means fewer “I’m bored” complaints and more “Hey, did you know…?” moments at the dinner table.
Hands-On and Engaging
Kids retain more when they’re actively involved. Whether it’s baking medieval bread, conducting a science experiment, or putting on a historical play in the living room, unit studies turn learning into an adventure.
Flexible for Every Family
Whether you have a preschooler who just wants to glue things or a high schooler who loves deep discussions, unit studies adapt to fit everyone’s needs.
Now, imagine getting a free unit study delivered to you every month—ready to use, stress-free, and designed for the whole family. That’s exactly what we’re offering when you join our exclusive homeschool community! Come hang out with us in our Facebook group or grab your free unit study here if Facebook isn’t your thing.
Homeschooling doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It can be fun, connected, and—dare we say—actually enjoyable? Let’s do this together!
