Just starting out, or a seasoned pro? We have something for you. As educators ourselves, we want to share our experience and expertise, so your journey is as smooth as can be.
New to this? Start here with some tips on beginning homeschooling, and more about how Timberdoodle works.
5 Placement Questions to Consider
Your kids don’t fit a mold—and we love that about them! Every child learns and grows at their own pace, so most students won’t match a curriculum level perfectly. (That’s precisely why Timberdoodle Ki...
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Your First Year of Homeschooling
Welcome to the wonderful (and sometimes wild!) world of homeschooling! Whether you're just dipping your toes in or diving right in, we're thrilled for you. Here are our best tips, tricks, and encourag...
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Does Your Curriculum Flex Both Sides of the Brain?
Why You Need Both Convergent and Divergent Thinking in Your Homeschool Plans As you plan next year’s homeschool adventures, don’t just ask, “What subjects are we covering?” Ask, “How are we stretch...
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How Do Charter Schools Work?
(And Why Do Homeschoolers Love Them?) First off, for simplicity's sake, when we say "charter school" here, we're lumping together home-based charter schools , home study divisions of public schools ...
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How Timberdoodle Does Homeschooling
One of the questions we hear all the time is: "What's your homeschool style?" And the short answer is... we don't fit neatly in any one box. We love what works. We ditch what doesn't. And we believe ...
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9 Things to Love About Timberdoodle Curriculum Kits
1. Packed With Hands-On Fun We know wiggly kids learn best by doing, so we fill our kits with STEM, art, history, and more! Your kinesthetic learner will be busy (and loving it). "Simply love the curr...
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How to Customize Your Timberdoodle Curriculum Kit
Ready to build your dream curriculum? With Timberdoodle's Custom Kit Builder, personalizing your child's education is easier (and way more fun) than ever! What Makes It So Easy? Our intuitive tool l...
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Do Curriculum Awards Matter?
(Yes! And No! Confused Yet? Perfect!) Let's talk about awards, shall we? Specifically, curriculum awards. You see those shiny badges, those "Best Of" accolades, those triumphant announcements (like o...
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11 Thoughts for Homeschooling Struggling Children
( From a Family Who's Been There, Done That, and Maybe Bought the T-shirt ) If you called me up and asked for help with your struggling kiddo, these are the questions I'd be tossing your way over a mu...
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Feeling Stuck?
9 Steps When Homeschool Feels Like Climbing Mount Everest Let's be real: everyone hits a rough patch in homeschooling. Maybe it's you groaning as you pull a massive textbook out of the box... Maybe ...
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Teaching Multiple Young Children at the Same Time
You Asked: How do I teach a 3- and 5-year-old together? Should I just use a Pre-K curriculum and challenge my older one separately? Our Answer: We love this question! First, grab our early education ...
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FAQ: Learning Challenges
Got questions about learning struggles? You're not alone—and you're in the right place! Here's an overview on tackling tough topics with Timberdoodle: Q: Does Timberdoodle have a special needs curricu...
Read ArticleTackling one of the most potentially challenging parts of homeschooling: getting and staying organized.
How Do I Fit More Reading into My Day?
We get it—between spelling tests, snack breaks, and the occasional sibling squabble, fitting in more reading can feel impossible. But it is possible—and even fun! Here are nine easy, flexible ways ...
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How to Grade for High School
(Without Losing Your Mind) Feeling a little queasy about giving grades? Don't worry—you've totally got this. Grading high school at home might sound scary, but it's really just another skill you'll ma...
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How to Homeschool Multiple Kids Without Losing Your Mind
"How am I supposed to teach ALL these different ages at the same time?!" Deep breath, friend — you totally can. And no, it doesn't involve cloning yourself or surviving on cold coffee alone. First, ...
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Meet Your Timberdoodle Handbook
(AKA your homeschool's secret weapon) Every Timberdoodle Curriculum Kit has a Timberdoodle Handbook tucked inside — your trusty guide to a stress-free, awesome school year. Curious what's in it? Let...
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Why Teaching Reading May Be the Best Part of Homeschooling
There’s nothing quite like the moment your child sounds out their first word—or finishes a whole book with a proud grin. Teaching reading at home isn’t just rewarding—it’s kind of electrifying. So, ho...
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Why We're Wild About Graphic Novels
If you've homeschooled for more than five minutes, you already know this: the more a child reads, the better his vocabulary and fluency become. It's a simple equation—but not always an easy one to sol...
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Why We Fell in Love With All About Reading
If you've heard the buzz about All About Reading (AAR), it's for a good reason. The multisensory, mastery-based, stress-melting reading program works magic for readers of all ages and learning sty...
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The Bible: It's Not Just Curriculum
(It's So Much More!) Every year, someone asks: "Hey, why doesn't Timberdoodle pack Bible studies into their curriculum kits?" And here's the thing: The Bible isn't a checklist item. It's not Tuesday's...
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Meet the 2025-2026 Timberdoodle Ambassador Team
As we kick off the 2025-2026 school year, our Ambassador Team looks forward to sharing fabulous product reviews with you! If you're a blogger or YouTuber and are interested in joining us, we accept ap...
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Our YouTube Channel
We invite you to subscribe to Timberdoodle's YouTube channel for helpful product overviews, FAQs, and homeschooling tips. Especially watch for a peek into each of our curriculum kits in mid-April wh...
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Timberdoodle Communities
Social Media Groups for Encouragement, Support, and Idea Sharing If you hang out on any of these social media platforms, we invite you to follow us there: Instagram Facebook YouTube Pinterest Looking...
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Should I Have a Homeschool Group?
And Why Doesn’t Timberdoodle Require One? You’ve probably seen homeschool programs that ask families to form groups, rotate teaching roles, and meet weekly to stay on track. Maybe you’ve even wondered...
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