BJU Homeschool Curriculum
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BJU Homeschool Curriculum
Last year we changed our history curriculum around Christmas time. I know, it sounds crazy, but it was the best decision for our son. I needed something a little less gently than what we were using, and something a bit more on the traditional side. I ordered BJU Homeschool curriculum, Heritage 5. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I had heard good things about this curriculum form those who currently use it, and it seemed like it would be a good fit for my advanced kiddo.
I’ve had to learn the hard way that “gentle” curriculum just isn’t his style. He needs challenging, straight to the point, work. It’s what keeps him focused and it seems to be the best way he learns. No matter what I personally want, his needs come first. So, I bit the bullet and purchased the entire kit for Heritage 5 from BJU Press Homeschool.
See my video review of BJU Heritage 5!
We were really impressed.
BJU Homeschool Review
I wasn’t totally sure what to expect. I wanted something like A beka, but less “dry'“. Abeka has always been a hit with both my kids, but their history is really boring. I hate saying that, because I do love and believe in their curriculum, but it’s true. Both my kids hated their history. We had been using My Father’s World for years, but this year something changed in my kids. I’m all for growth and change, so I adjusted with them.
First, BJU homeschool curriculum is Christian.
That’s always the first thing I consider with ANY homeschool curriculum. What’s the worldview? BJU comes from a traditional, Christian Orthodox worldview, and I appreciated that about them. My husband visited BJU in South Carolina last winter and was very impressed by the president. He attended a conference there and met Todd Friel and Joel Beke, among others.
Todd Friel and my husband. Totally jealous! I’ve been a Wretched Radio listener for years and my husband lived my dream! 😂
After his trip, my interest was definitely peaked with BJU Press. I talked to some moms who used it at well, and felt pretty confident.
BJU homeschool curriculum is traditional style.
Meaning, it’s much like a classroom type of style. It can be easily taught to an entire classroom, a house full of kids (the same age), or just one student. Abeka is like this, and I’m used to that style. It makes teaching the curriculum easier, in my opinion. If you’re teaching many children in a co-op type of setting, this is an easy one to do with that.
Want to see a flip-through and what it looks like? Scroll down and watch my video!
BJU Homeschool Reviews : See a Flip-Through!
Until next time,
Soli Deo Gloria,
Mandy
