Homeschooling & Montessori Resources
One Tree does not mandate what type of curriculum families use at home. Just like every child learns differently, every family teaches differently. Our suggestion is to see what makes the most sense for your teaching style and for what is in line with your family goals and values. We see homeschooling as an opportunity for families to learn alongside their children and we believe when children see their parents excited about learning something, the children will follow suit. Additionally, these resources are not officially endorsed by One Tree Tutorial and Enrichment.
Recommended Reading
Many of the books listed are available to borrow in our Parent Library.
We do not receive compensation if you purchase any of the books below.
Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius
Montessori Madness (you-tube video of summary is available here.)
The Brave Learner (website with curriculum also available here.)
Simplicity Parenting (podcast also available here: Simplicity Parenting podcast.)
There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather
General Curriculum & Online Options
Oak Meadow (Waldorf Curriculum)
Charlotte Mason (similar to Montessori)
NAMC Montessori Homeschool Curriculum
Kahn Academy (Free online classes for all ages)
Accellus Online Elementary School Courses
OutSchool (A variety of online classes in any and all subject/interest areas)
Math
Schiller Math (Montessori inspired curriculum)
Saxon Math (Straight forward, rote math practice)
English Language Arts
History
Beautiful Feet Books (History through literature)
Local Homeschooling Activities and Resources
Science Lyceum Homeschool at Adventure Science Center
Nashville Homeschool Calendar (field trips planned for homeschool families!)
Tennessee Academic Standards*
* Many families have chosen to homeschool to break away from “standard” education. However, it is always helpful to have a guide in case you decide to no longer homeschool your child(ren) and need to have them tested to enter into a traditional school system.
Math Standards (All Grades)
English Language Arts Standards (All Grades)
Science Standards (All Grades)
Fine Arts Standards (All Grades)
Social Studies Standards (All Grades)
1st Grade only Social Studies Standards (Tennessee History)
Homeschool Testing Option
One Tree does not require nor administer any standardized testing. However, many families choose to participate testing as a way to see where there may be gaps in a child’s education. Below is one resource for testing.
Parents' Guide: So Your Child Has Been Diagnosed With Autism… “If you’ve just learned that your child has autism, it can be an incredibly daunting and confusing time. You likely have a lot of questions about what autism is, what it means for your child and for your family, and how to move forward. This guide will help you get started…”
Click on the link below for more information regarding a new diagnosis of Autism.