Our Kindergarten Homeschool Curriculum (Year 0 Overview)
In our homeschool, we follow both Charlotte Mason and Montessori philosophies, blending hands-on, child-led learning with rich, literature-based experiences.
Here are the main program or resources my child used.
Math
The Math with Confidence program aligns well with both the Montessori approach and a strong focus on mental math skills.
- Montessori Math
Over the years, we’ve used the Montessori beads, decimal system cards, constructive triangles, hundred board, and more. Some of these were introduced when my son was still a preschooler, while others continue to be part of our Grade 1 math lessons.
- Math picture books
We mostly used the suggested books from Math with Confidence, but we also explored other math picture books that were more suited to my son’s interests and level.
English
Language Arts (Reading, Spelling & Vocabulary)
We used the free curriculum from The Good and the Beautiful to further strengthen and refine his reading skills. To be honest, it was a bit easy for my son. Before kindergarten, he had already finished the Bob Books series, and we also followed the Montessori reading approach—we completed the pink, blue, and green series. We also used All About Reading Level 1. So by the time he started kinder, he was already reading.
At first, it looked like just a colorful workbook, but it still added value. It reinforced what he already knew, and I made small adjustments to make it more challenging.
For example, instead of just asking him to read the words, I would ask him to spell them. So it became like an unintentional spelling test.
Handwriting
For handwriting, I don’t think a formal curriculum is necessary, but I still wanted my son to use a workbook whenever he has extra time. Copywork activities from other lessons are already enough to build and strengthen his skills.
Grammar / Poetry / Rhymes
One thing I consistently required was memorizing poems. That really helped with his memory skills.
- First Language Lessons Level 1
- National Geographic Kids Book of Animal Poetry
We’re actually still not done with this book, and I plan to continue it into our Grade 1 year because the poems are meaningful and all photos are real-life animal photos.
Independent Reading
- Reading-Literature: The Primer (Treadwell)
- Frog and Toad series and the other readers (as seen in the photo above)
- Before Five in a Row books
- More Before Five in a Row books
Literature
These are the read-aloud books we intentionally scheduled. My son also explored and read other books from our home library.
- Winnie the Pooh
- A Bear Called Paddington
- The Bears on Hemlock Mountain
Values Education
Bible
We begin our day with Bible reading. At first, we used the Adventure Bible Storybook. Then I received the suggested books from our homeschool provider. One of the biggest surprises in our homeschool this year was realizing that my son could enjoy and understand longer chapter books like this.
- The Child’s Story Bible by Vos
- Adventure Bible Storybook
- NIV Adventure Bible
- Lithos Kids The Kingdom of God Bible Storybook (Old and New Testament)This was originally intended to be his storybook Bible for Grade 1, but he often asked me to read a few chapters before bedtime. Many times, he would read it on his own.
Habit Formation
I believe that by being intentional with these everyday routines, we’re already developing good character. To help with this, we use a reusable checklist board.
- Morning routine
- Night routine
- Daily responsibilities
These are simple everyday tasks, but for us, they’re an important part of forming independence and responsibility at home.
Hymn
I created a playlist that plays during our break times, like while eating or having snacks.
Citizenship
- Lupang Hinirang
- Panatang Makabayan
- Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas
Faith
- Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing
- Be Thou My Vision
- Joy to the World
- O Come O Come Emmanuel
Filipino
Reading and Comprehension
Our pace here is definitely slower compared to English.
We use the Marunong booklets. This is a free downloadable resource. I printed all six and combined them into one book. In terms of reading, it’s actually not a problem. Since he already reads in English, he can also read in Filipino. The real challenge is comprehension.
- Unang Hakbang sa Pagbasa Gamit ang Marungko
- Marungko Booklet 1-5
Poetry
Literature
- Araw sa Palengke
- Ang Mabait na Kalabaw
- Isang Mayang Uhaw
- Bugtong, Bugtong
- Pitong Tsinelas
- Hating Kapatid
- Hipon at Biya
- Paano Kumain ng Kulay?
- Ako si Kanan, Ako si Kaliwa
- Tiktaktok at Pikpakbum
- Kayang-kaya!
- Ang Maliit na Kalabaw
- Kung May Dinosaur sa Kamalig ni Lolo
Folk Songs
- Bahay Kubo
- Pagtulog Na Nene
- Kaisa-Isa Niyan
- Ed-Eddoy
- Pakitong-Kitong
- Leron Leron Sinta
- Atin Cu Pung Singsing
- Antukin (Philippine Folk Songs and Lullabies)
Science and Social Studies
We did unit studies, enriched by travel experiences, outdoor time, and noticing nature in everyday life.
- Before Five in a Row
- More Before Five in a Row
Philippine Nature
- A First Look at Philippine Butterflies
- A First Look at Philippine Fruits
Focused on letting my child observe and eat every fruit from the book.
Philippine History
We were only able to focus with one living book since we had too much reading and activities. Others were not completed, hence, not included in this list.
- Bandila
- Intramuros tour for Buwan ng Wika
Music
My son play by ear. I didn’t want that skill to go to waste, so we enrolled him in formal piano lessons to support it further.
He’s actually doing really well, and even started composing his own music.
I don’t really add much extra on my end. I mostly let his lessons and natural interest lead the way.
Formal piano lessons
- John Thompson’s Easiest Piano Course Part 1
- Parts of the other books in the photo My son had two piano teachers, too many physical and digital resources were used. I honestly lost track of what they were learning about.
Composer study and music appreciation
- Ludwig Van Beethoven
- Mozart plus what music piece my child was learning from his piano lessons
Arts
We didn’t do much beyond that because art wasn’t a strong focus for us this year. I will make it more structured in Grade 1/Year 1.
Artist study and art appreciation
- Vincent Van Gogh
- Caravaggio (used online resources)
Handicrafts
For handicrafts, we didn’t do much of the structured activities like origami or paper sloyd this year.
That was actually part of my original plan, but it didn’t really happen because my son was already very busy creating his own projects.
He naturally spends a lot of time doing crafts—building things like cars, rocket ships, shops, and even making his own storybooks. Our house is honestly full of his creations.
So instead of following formal handicraft lessons, I chose not to pressure him and just allowed him to explore and create freely in his own way.
Physical Education
- Taekwondo
Currently at 6th grade low blue - Biking
Can ride a bike without training wheels - Running
Joined two fun runs - Swimming
Advanced swimming techniques and strokes
Life Skills
- Story telling
For me, this has been one of the most valuable skills he developed this year. I can already see how this will make formal writing easier for him in the future. He continues to write and illustrate his own books. - Coding
Completed two courses: Coding Kinder 2 and Scratch 1
It was a good exposure experience. I’m not expecting him to be able to code independently at this stage, but I can see that he learned the basics and was introduced to computational thinking and even some math concepts in a practical way. - Basic car maintenance
Completely unnecessary but my son is a (self-proclaimed) car enthusiast. Enrolled him to a car technician workshop. - Feeding of self
- Self care (shower, drying, dressing, combing)
- Replacing batteries + screwing
- Using lock and keys
- Learning phone number
- Learning home address
- Emergency instructions
- Cooking rice (scooping, washing)
- Cleaning the table
- Sweeping the floor
- Sorting, washing, hanging and folding clothes
And that’s a wrap for our kindergarten year.
We gave importance on our core subjects (English, Math, Bible), habits, relationships, curiosity, and real-life learning over perfection. Some subjects are structured, others are naturally woven into daily life.
It wasn’t perfect, and we didn’t follow everything exactly as planned, but I can truly say we still did what was meaningful for us.
As we move into Grade 1, we’ll be embracing more of the Charlotte Mason approach and a feast-inspired learning. I’m really excited to see how that will shape our next year.
If you’re also homeschooling, I hope this gives you some ideas or encouragement to find what works for your own family.
