The Ultimate Guide to Free Resources for Homeschool Families
Homeschooling is an incredible journey, full of freedom, creativity, and connection. But let’s be real: it can also get expensive fast. The good news? There are tons of free resources out there that can enrich your child’s education without draining your wallet. Whether you’re looking for curriculum supplements, full unit studies, or just fun and educational activities, this guide is packed with places to explore.
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📚 Free Curriculum & Lesson Plans
1. Easy Peasy All-in-One Homeschool
A complete, Christian-based curriculum for PreK–12.
👉 allinonehomeschool.com
2. Khan Academy
Free video-based lessons in math, science, history, and more. Great for visual learners.
👉 khanacademy.org
3. Ambleside Online
A Charlotte Mason-style curriculum with rich literature, artist studies, and more.
👉 amblesideonline.org
4. Discovery K12
A secular homeschool platform with a full curriculum from kindergarten to 12th grade.
👉 discoveryk12.com
5. CK-12 Foundation
Free digital textbooks, videos, and practice questions—especially great for upper elementary to high school.
👉 ck12.org
🧠 Unit Studies & Enrichment Activities
6. Teachers Pay Teachers (Free Section)
Download free worksheets, lapbooks, and printables from other educators and homeschoolers.
👉 teacherspayteachers.com
7. NASA for Students
Space-themed lessons, printable worksheets, games, and hands-on science experiments.
👉 nasa.gov/stem
8. The Good and the Beautiful Free Downloads
Offers free Language Arts curriculum and resources for other subjects.
👉 goodandbeautiful.com/free
🦋 Nature, Science & Outdoor Learning
9. Project Learning Tree
Free nature-based activities that incorporate environmental education and forest learning.
👉 plt.org
10. Nature Journaling Resources by John Muir Laws
Learn how to start a nature journal and explore the outdoors through drawing and observation.
👉 johnmuirlaws.com
11. National Park Service – Junior Ranger Program
Many parks offer downloadable books and badge programs you can do from home.
👉 nps.gov/kids
🎨 Arts, Music & Creativity
12. Chrome Music Lab
Interactive music-making tools that are perfect for kids exploring sound and rhythm.
👉 musiclab.chromeexperiments.com
13. Art for Kids Hub
Free step-by-step drawing tutorials for all ages.
👉 artforkidshub.com
14. MetKids from The MET Museum
Art history, virtual museum tours, and creative prompts for kids.
👉 metmuseum.org/art/collection/metkids
🌎 Geography, History & Cultures
15. National Geographic Kids
Games, videos, facts, and printables about animals, world cultures, and geography.
👉 kids.nationalgeographic.com
16. Smithsonian Learning Lab
Free digital collections, primary sources, and educational activities.
👉 learninglab.si.edu
17. Big History Project
A free, secular, interdisciplinary social studies curriculum that spans the history of the universe.
👉 bighistoryproject.com
🖥️ Tech & Coding
18. Code.org
Learn computer science with interactive games, lessons, and courses.
👉 code.org
19. Scratch by MIT
Free platform for kids to learn coding through animation and storytelling.
👉 scratch.mit.edu
Libraries & Local Treasures
Don’t forget the power of your local library! Many libraries now offer:
Free access to online databases and eBooks
STEAM kits and educational games for checkout
Homeschool meetups, story times, and craft events
Museum and park pass lending programs
If you're homeschooling on a budget or just love a good freebie, bookmark this list and come back to it whenever you need inspiration.