Abeka Curriculum – What is it and should I use it?
The Abeka curriculum is certainly very popular and well known. It appeals to parents because there are teacher manuals and textbooks for every subject. Although it is very comprehensive and an excellent foundation for those beginning homeschooling, there are a few pitfalls to be aware of.
a lot of reading – If your child likes to read books and textbooks, Abeka should be fine for you. Please note that some students burn out due to the quantity and quality of the reading material.
Built for schools – The Abeka curriculum is used in many Christian schools and is designed to be used in a classroom setting. If you’re looking for a homeschool curriculum, then this might be the program you’re looking for. They have a strong math and phonics program and it is Christian based. Biblical principles are woven throughout the textbooks.
Accelerated – If your child is an average student for the grade he is using, Abeka might be too difficult for him. Most of his curriculum is one grade level above public school standards.
You can find their booths at many homeschool conventions, as well as many hotels across the country where they have exhibits and meetings. Parents like him because he tells you what to say in the teacher’s manuals. If you like to teach as a parent and not as a classroom teacher, you may want to adapt the curriculum or choose something else in your teaching style.
The Abeka curriculum is a well-known homeschool program that uses Christian values and Biblical principles to teach your child what they need to know. They offer all the subjects required by the schools along with the Bible. As with any choice of books or curriculum, you’ll want to weigh your child’s learning style against her teaching style to ensure you make sensible curriculum/book choices that will give you a great year of homeschooling.
