Our 6th Grade Homeschool Curriculum Picks (2026–2027)
This year is a bit of a shake-up year for us when it comes to curriculum. Memoria Press is still very much the spine of our homeschool and serves as the glue that holds everything together. However, when it came to filling in some of the gaps, I realized I needed a little help.
The reality is that there is only one of me and four kids. I would love to personally teach every subject to each one of my children, but as they have gotten older, that has become less and less manageable. Rather than viewing that as a failure, I have come to see it as simply another season of homeschooling.
Because of that, we will be utilizing BJU Press Homeschool’s streaming courses this year. I am really looking forward to this change because it will allow me to ensure that my daughter’s time is being used effectively. Last year, she often had to wait for me to finish up with one of her siblings before I could explain a lesson or help her get started.
This year, she will have dedicated classes she can work on independently without relying on me for instruction. I am thankful for the flexibility homeschooling provides and for the ability to adapt our plans to fit the needs of our family.
Bible
Curriculum: Bible Truths 6 (BJU Press Homeschool)
This year marks one of the biggest changes in our homeschool as my daughter begins taking several subjects through BJU Press’s streaming program.
Bible Truths 6 explores biblical values, beliefs, and a Christian worldview, helping students understand how God’s Word shapes the way we see the world. I’m looking forward to giving her more independence while still knowing she is receiving solid, Christ-centered instruction.
Science
Curriculum: Science 6 (BJU Press Homeschool)
My daughter will also be taking Science 6 through the BJU Press Homeschool streaming program. The course explores God’s creation while introducing students to scientific concepts, including plant and animal cell structures.
I’m especially looking forward to the hands-on activities and experiments that help bring the lessons to life.
Handwriting
Curriculum: Handwriting 6 (BJU Press Homeschool)
Although handwriting often gets overlooked as children grow older, I still believe it is an important skill. This course continues to strengthen penmanship while introducing students to calligraphy, which I think will be a fun addition to her school year.
Spelling
Curriculum: Spelling 6 (BJU Press Homeschool)
Rather than simply memorizing spelling lists, Spelling 6 focuses on Greek and Latin word parts that help students strengthen both their spelling and vocabulary. I appreciate how this approach builds skills that carry over into many other subjects.
Math
Curriculum: Saxon Pre-Algebra or Shormann Pre-Algebra
At the moment, I am still deciding between continuing with Saxon Pre-Algebra or making the switch to Shormann Pre-Algebra a year earlier than I did with my oldest son.
The next level of Saxon introduces pre-algebra concepts, and this was the course my oldest son spent the most time on during his sixth-grade year. Looking back, I often wonder if transitioning him to Shormann earlier would have been beneficial.
Because of that experience, I am strongly considering making the switch with my daughter this year. One of the things I appreciate most about Shormann is the timed approach. My hope is that she will spend about an hour each day on math while still receiving a strong mathematical foundation.
I haven’t made a final decision yet, but it is something I am prayerfully considering as we head into the new school year.
Writing
Curriculum: Investigations in Writing (IEW)
Because my daughter will already be spending time on the computer for her BJU Press classes, I decided that this year I wanted writing to be something we could do together.
In years past, we have relied on the Structure and Style video courses taught by Andrew Pudewa. This year, however, I wanted to step into the role of teacher rather than adding another subject taught through a screen.
Investigations in Writing is one of IEW’s newer courses and was developed in conjunction with Hillsdale College. One of the things I appreciate most about IEW is how it provides students with a clear framework for writing while gradually building confidence and independence.
I am so thankful that I invested the time several years ago to complete Teaching Writing: Structure and Style. Going through the teacher training not only gave me the confidence to teach IEW myself, but it has also allowed me to adapt our homeschool to fit the needs of each child and each season.
Looking back, I had no idea how valuable that investment would become. I am looking forward to sharing this course with my daughter this year.
Latin
Curriculum: Second Form Latin (Memoria Press)
This year marks the next step in my daughter’s Latin journey. She did very well in First Form Latin last year, and I am excited to see her continue building on that foundation.
Watching my children grow in their understanding of Latin has been one of the unexpected joys of homeschooling. It certainly hasn’t always been easy, but it has been incredibly rewarding. I love seeing their confidence grow as they realize they are capable of learning something many adults have never studied.
Classical Studies
Curriculum: Famous Men of the Middle Ages (Memoria Press)
Although we are adding several BJU Press Homeschool courses this year, Memoria Press continues to serve as the backbone of our homeschool. One of the things I appreciate most about the curriculum is how thoughtfully everything is woven together from year to year.
We will continue our study of history through Famous Men of the Middle Ages, which introduces students to influential people and events from the medieval period. I’m excited to continue building upon the historical foundation she has developed over the past several years.
Literature
Curriculum: Adam of the Road, The Door in the Wall, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table (Memoria Press)
Her literature selections include Adam of the Road, The Door in the Wall, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table.
Just as I do with all of my children, we will read these books together by taking turns reading every other page.
Some of my favorite homeschool memories have come from sitting on the couch or stretching out on the carpet in my children’s bedrooms, sharing great books together. After our reading, we use the Memoria Press discussion guides to deepen understanding and encourage thoughtful conversations.
I am especially excited to revisit these books this year. I thoroughly enjoyed The Adventures of Robin Hood and King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table when I read them with my oldest son two years ago, and I hope my daughter enjoys them just as much.
There is something special about revisiting beloved books with another child and watching them experience these stories for the very first time.
Final Thoughts
One of the greatest blessings of homeschooling multiple children is that no two years look exactly the same.
As much as I would love to do everything myself, I have learned that sometimes accepting help allows me to better serve my family. Homeschooling does not have to look the same every year, and adapting to the needs of our family is part of the journey.
I am excited to see what sixth grade holds and grateful for another year to learn alongside my children.
