Why The Good and the Beautiful curriculum?

Let’s talk homeschool curriculum. Specifically, let’s talk about The Good and the Beautiful and why it’s the love of my homeschool mom life.

As a former elementary school teacher, I’ve seen my fair share of curriculums—some clunky, some overwhelming, and some so dry they could turn a toddler into a permanent napper. The Good and the Beautiful? It’s none of those things. It’s user-friendly, open-and-go, engaging, colorful (without being overstimulating), quick, to the point, and beautifully designed with spiral learning in mind. It’s basically the unicorn of homeschool curriculums, and I am here for it.

What I’m Using for My Girls (5 & 3 Years Old)

My homeschool philosophy? Keep it simple, keep it engaging, and keep my sanity intact. The Good and the Beautiful fits the bill perfectly. Here’s what we’re using:

Reading

• Reading Booster A Set – Phonics made painless. The step-by-step progression is seamless, and my girls love the hands-on activities. It’s a win.
• My First Nature Reader & My First Africa Reader – Simple, engaging books that build confidence and actually make my kids excited to read. No forced enthusiasm required.
• Kindergarten Books—Pet Pals & Bees & Trees – Fun stories, great illustrations, and the perfect difficulty level. Plus, the spiral learning approach keeps things from feeling like a grind.

Language Arts

• Preschool Language Arts Course Set – Gentle, effective, and actually enjoyable for my little one. It introduces letters and sounds in a way that doesn’t feel like “school.”
• Kindergarten Prep Language Arts Course Set – The perfect next step with a natural transition. The activities are hands-on and actually stick.
• Level K Language Arts Course Set – Once we’re ready, this will be waiting. It’s an open-and-go approach that keeps kids moving forward without busywork.

Writing & Handwriting

• Handwriting Level K Workbook – A straightforward, open-and-go book that doesn’t take all day but still builds essential skills.
• Handwriting Doodles and Pre-Writing for Littles (Parts 1 & 2) – Because pre-writing strokes should be fun, not a battle. The cute illustrations make a huge difference in engagement.

Math

• Math K Course Set – Simple, engaging, and visually appealing. No tears, no frustration, just math that makes sense.

Extras We Love

• Poetry Parties for Littles—Insects and Spiders – This is just fun. Learning poetry with movement, art, and hands-on activities? Yes, please.
• Sparks and Stars Course Set – A unique and engaging way to introduce creative thinking and storytelling.

Why This Curriculum Works for Us

• It’s truly open-and-go. No hours of prep. I can pick up the book and start teaching. That’s priceless.
• It’s not overwhelming. The lessons are short, sweet, and effective. My kids stay engaged, and I stay sane.
• It flows beautifully. Each level builds naturally on the last, making transitions seamless.
• It’s colorful and engaging without being overstimulating. Big win for little learners.
• It uses spiral learning. This means concepts are reinforced over time, so kids don’t forget what they learned two weeks ago. Hallelujah.

If you’re looking for a homeschool curriculum that actually works (without the stress), I can’t recommend The Good and the Beautiful enough. It’s been a game-changer in our home, and I love that I can confidently teach my kids with a curriculum that’s both effective and enjoyable.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a poetry party to attend with a group of very enthusiastic preschoolers.

Preschool Language Arts Course Set

Kindergarten Prep Language Arts Course Set

Kindergarten Language Arts and Literature Course Set

Pre-Writing for Littles Part 1

Pre-Writing for Littles Part 2

Handwriting Level K

Math Level K

Reading Booster A Book Set

The Big Book of Science Stories Course Set

Poetry Parties

Kindergarten Books: Pet Pals

Kindergarten Books: Beets & Trees

My First Nature Reader

My First Africa Reader