Raising A to Z | When To Stick With A Homeschool Curriculum (And When To Let It Go)

Is this curriculum actually working… or did I choose the wrong one?

Homeschool curriculum is expensive, and when something doesn’t click right away, many new homeschool parents feel discouraged or like they’ve already failed. I want you to know, this is completely normal, and it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong.

In this video, I’m sharing gentle, practical guidance to help you decide when to stick with a homeschool curriculum and when it’s okay to walk away—without guilt, panic, or constant switching.

From my experience homeschooling and working with new homeschool families, I often see parents change curriculum too quickly. Jumping from one program to another can actually make learning harder and create gaps, especially in subjects like math. At the same time, there are moments when switching is the healthiest choice.

Intro
When You Should Keep Going With a Curriculum:
It’s meant to be used over a longer timeline
You can pause a topic and come back to it later
Your child struggles occasionally, not constantly
Lessons can be shortened, adjusted, or supplemented
When It May Be Time to Change Curriculum:
Your child is overwhelmed and frustrated multiple times a week
You’re reteaching the same concepts daily with no progress
You’re skipping large sections or rewriting most of the curriculum
The curriculum is not meeting your family's needs
None of the lessons are clicking, even with support (foundational skills are missing)
Pro tip... Do not buy more than one year of curriculum at a time
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If you’re feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or afraid of “messing this up,” this video is for you. Homeschooling doesn’t require perfection—just thoughtful, flexible choices.

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