Homeschool High School in Real Life | Free Planner

When my oldest was preparing to enter high school, we planned out four years of studies and courses. It was great to get our thoughts and hopes on paper, but homeschool high school in real life ended up looking a little bit different for my eldest.

I’m glad I mapped out our expectations, goals, and resources, though! I have revisited the outline over the last few years and, as my son enters his last year of school, I am satisfied with his academic accomplishments.

Homeschool High School in Real Life

This is a retrospect outline of our high school years. What we did for grades 9, 10, and 11 – and what we have planned (and purchased) for 12th-grade.

While he has core textbooks for each major subject (and they are fleshed out with real-life experiences), other subjects have been learned through hands-on opportunities. Real-life skills are necessary and have always been the main focus of our homeschool.

Homesteading for the last few years has definitely been a bonus since it naturally provides exercises in physical labor, work ethic, homeEc, responsibility, and so much more. Homeschooling and homesteading have been a blessing to our relationships, too, as we learn, work, and live together.

The specific curricula we used are listed after the general outline/transcript.

High School Outline / Transcript

English/Lit.

Grade 9: Fix-it Grammar book 3 (English study and writing skills)

Grade 10: Fix-it Grammar book 4 (English study and writing skills)

Grade 11: Fix-it Grammar book 5 (English study and writing skills)

Grade 12: Fix-it Grammar book 6 (English study and writing skills)

Multiple grades:

Creative Writing Course (literature study and writing skills)

Reading (countless classics and nonfiction)

Math

Grade 9: algebra 1

Grade 10: geometry

Grade 11: algebra 2

Grade 12: business math

Science

Grade 9: biology

Grade 10: astronomy

Grade 11: chemistry / physics

Grade 12: archaeology & anthropology

Multiple grades:

animal husbandry

horticulture

History / Social Studies

Grade 9: American History

Grade 10: World History

Grade 11: Civics and Government History

Grade 12: Biblical World History

Multiple grades:

Living History Books, fiction and nonfiction

Electives / Alternative Courses (across all grades)

Bible

• Reading through the Bible
• Apologetic course

Music

• Piano through level 5

Foreign Language

• Latin 2

Mechanics

• Automobile
• Small Engine Repair

Craftsmanship

• Carpentry
• Structural Engineering
• Design and Architecture

Home Economics

• Automobile Maintenance
• Home Maintenance
• Landscaping
• Cooking/Baking
• Child Development/Care
• Personal Finance/Budgeting
• Health

Volunteer Work & Community Service

• Various experiences & opportunities

Art

• Children’s Book Illustration, pencil sketch

Resources For Homeschooling High School

Fix It! Grammar: Level 3 Robin Hood [Teacher/Student Combo]
Mike’s Inspiration Station – Volumes 1-6
How Do We Know the Bible is True? Volume 1
Henry Morris  Apologetic Study Bible
The Encyclopedia of Country Living
Five Star Spiral College Ruled Notebook, 5 Subject

Curriculum Used For High School Courses

Institute for Excellence in Writing

Teaching Textbooks

Master Books

Compass Classroom

Tapestry of Grace

Madonna Woods Piano Course for Christians

Usborne Art Books

Mike’s Inspiration Station DVDs

“BorderLine Farm” Life Experience

“Hygge Cottage” Life Experience