Choosing to homeschool your child is an act of profound dedication. It’s a journey filled with incredible moments of discovery and connection. It can also be... completely overwhelming. The weight of being both parent and teacher is real. The biggest question we hear from homeschooling families is: 'How do I create a structure for learning without losing the joy and flexibility of being at home?'
You've come to the right place. At Whizki, we see ourselves as a homeschooler's best friend. We believe in providing the structure so you can focus on the joy. We've built a complete, three-part ecosystem designed to work together to give you a comprehensive, play-based, and proudly screen-free curriculum.
The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.- Sydney J. Harris
This guide will show you exactly how to use our tools to build a semester plan that feels both intentional and liberating. Let's turn the chaos of planning into a calm, confident roadmap for a semester of fun.
The Whizki Ecosystem: Your Three Pillars of Homeschooling
Our approach is built on three pillars that work in harmony:
- 1. The Blog (Your 'Why' & Inspiration): This is your professional development resource. It's where you, the teacher, come for ideas, encouragement, and the educational philosophy behind our methods. It's home to our deep-dive guides like the Ultimate Guide to Kindergarten Readiness.
- 2. The Learning Hub (Your Free 'What'): Our free Learning Hub is the spine of your academic curriculum. It provides a sequential, no-prep way to introduce letters and numbers, which you can visit anytime.
- 3. The Workbooks (Your 'Practice'): Our printed workbooks are the hands-on tools for practice and mastery. This is where your child applies the concepts they're learning in a tangible, engaging way.
A How-To Guide: Building Your 12-Week Fall Semester
Here is a simple, 4-step framework to plan an entire semester in about an hour.
A step-by-step guide for homeschooling parents to create a 12-week preschool or kindergarten curriculum using thematic units, the Whizki Learning Hub, and printed workbooks.
Step 1: Choose Your Monthly Themes
Thematic learning is powerful because it connects different subjects under one exciting umbrella. Choose three broad themes for the fall.
Example Fall Semester Themes:
- September: All About Me & My Family
- October: Autumn, Farms & Harvest
- November: Community Helpers & Gratitude
Step 2: Map the Learning Hub
Assign a few letters and numbers from the Learning Hub to each week. Don't worry about going in perfect order! You can align them with your theme.
Example for September, Week 1 (Theme: My Family):
- Letter Focus: 'M' for Mom, 'D' for Dad, and the first letter of your child's name.
- Number Focus: The number of people in your family.
Step 3: Select Your 'Core' Workbook
Choose one comprehensive workbook to serve as your primary resource for the semester. A great choice is our Big Fun and Engaging Kindergarten Workbook, as it covers a wide range of skills. You'll use this book throughout the semester to find pages that match your weekly themes and academic goals.
Step 4: Sprinkle in the 'Spices' from the Blog
Each week, check the blog for a hands-on activity that fits your theme. For your 'Autumn & Harvest' theme, our Kitchen Science Lab article would be a perfect fit!
Your First Month in Action: A Sample Plan for September
Week 1: Theme - My Family & Me
- Read & Discuss: A book about families (like 'The Family Book' by Todd Parr). Discuss what makes your family special.
- Hands-On Activity: Create a 'Family Handprint Tree.' Each person makes a handprint 'leaf' on a large paper tree trunk.
- Learning Hub & Workbook: Visit the Learning Hub for the letters in your child's name. Then, find the 'All About Me' and drawing pages in your core workbook.
Week 2: Theme - My Body & The Five Senses
- Read & Discuss: A book about the human body (like 'Me and My Amazing Body' by Joan Sweeney).
- Hands-On Activity: A 'Five Senses' scavenger hunt. Find something soft to touch, something loud to hear, something sweet to taste, etc.
- Learning Hub & Workbook: Focus on the letter 'H' for Hands and 'E' for Eyes. Find pages in your science workbook about the five senses.
Structure, Meet Flexibility
This is the Whizki promise for homeschoolers. We provide the high-quality, structured, and sequential homeschool curriculum workbooks and resources. You provide the love, the flexibility, and the unique spark of your child's curiosity. Together, we can build a learning plan that is both effective and joyful, without spending hours planning every single detail from scratch.
