Language Arts elementary levels are currently in production. Little Sprouts (pre-K), Kindergarten, and Level 1 LA and Reading will be available November 20, 2024. Samples of the first three levels will be released November 4. The remaining elementary levels (2, 3, 4, and 5) will roll out gradually and we plan to have them all available by late Spring/early Summer 2025. Once the elementary levels are complete, we will continue forward with middle and high school language arts.

Harbor and Sprout’s comprehensive Langage Arts & Reading curriculum was carefully designed by professionals who understand curriculum in theory and in practical application. We engage an exploratory, active approach for learners and their families, combining play and creativity with academic rigor. Nature is infused in lessons, activities, and beautiful, intentional graphic design. Learners are met where they are with approachable yet robust lessons that are pacing-adjustable for necessary review and extensions for reinforcement and different approaches for many learning styles. In tandem, our Language Arts & Reading curriculum cover phonics, reading, writing, grammar, handwriting (print and cursive), vocabulary, and spelling in a comprehensive and intuitive format. 

Our Language Arts curriculum incorporates the Science of Reading and teaches foundational skills for language and reading mechanics. Our program borrows from some of the most effective components of several educational methods including Montessori, Charlotte Mason, and Orton-Gillingham. Tenets of our curriculum hone in on the essentials of comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, phonics, and phonemic awareness. These foundational skills then grow with the curriculum and with your child.

Key points considered when developing the Harbor and Sprout Langage Arts curriculum include the following:

Intentional Introduction to Literacy

• Letters are introduced from sound to symbol, aiding in phonics instruction. Students are first taught to associate the letter symbol with a sound, and later taught the name of each letter symbol.
• Letters and their sounds are introduced in an intuitive order rather than alphabetical order.
• Focus on foundational vocabulary to help equip learners with the language they need to progress in all areas of development.
• As the curriculum continues through the levels, language and literacy concepts will continue to be introduced systematically with intention. 

Writing Styles

• From inventive spelling in Little Sprouts to practical, academic, and creative writing all throughout the curriculum levels, your child will develop an aptitude for putting their thoughts on paper.

Fostering a Love of Reading

• Our reading books explore what makes a genre a genre and how to understand genres in light of their components. This, in turn, helps students gain an appreciation for reading. 
• Reading passages are carefully selected from excellent literature and included in the book. Narration prompts are incorporated to help learners develop an aptitude for reading comprehension while experiencing many different kinds of literature- some of which may be more challenging and will open them up for discussion and development of confidence. 
• Our extensive reading lists have a wide range of high quality and diverse titles.

Rate of Learning

• We recognize that children learn at different rates. Our curriculum accommodates for those differences. It is written in such a way that the transition from the parent reading lessons to the child to the child helping to read lessons is seamless and natural. We use assessments to understand your child’s current aptitude while providing support, extensions, and reinforcement activities as needed. Our goal is to provide learners with a strong literacy foundation while helping them to progress at a pace that is comfortable and appropriate.
• In the youngest levels, the focus will be on print concepts, phonological awareness, letter knowledge, and listening comprehension. This will aid in buiding a solid foundation to transition smoothly from "learning to read" to "reading to learn".

Meets Your Child Where They Are

• Our curriculum is extremely neurodiversity friendly in its predictability, flexibility, and design. 
• We have assigned levels rather than grades to each book so as to eliminate anxiety around being “caught up” or “behind”. 
• Lessons are written to suit the evidence on attention span at each given developmental level.
• Allows for many opportunities for choice and flexibility in how you engage with lessons and content.

Hands-On 

• We have developed a multifaceted approach to learning in this curriculum, including not only lessons that are engaging, but an active learning component, or AVK Connection, that incorporates audio, visual, and/or kinesthetic learning styles. 
• In addition, each book includes a list of extensions to help further solidify the main themes of the books. 
• While our curriculum is open-and-go, it also includes many opportunities for the unexpected rabbit trails Harbor + Sprout is known for.

Each book in the Language Arts and Reading suite is the result of extensive research and study to make it best suit the H+S approach to education and ensure that it is of utmost quality and highly effective.

Our lessons were designed to be just the right amount- not too little, not too much, with room to expand or simplify as needed. Estimated length of lessons by level are as follows:

Language Arts Curriculum:

• Little Sprouts: 10-20 minutes per day
• Kindergarten: 10-20 minutes per day
• Level 1: 15-20 minutes per day

Reading Curriculum:

• 30-40 minutes per week
• Additional read-aloud time recommended daily

Each Language Arts lesson is comprised of the following components:

• Objective- "I can" statement
• Materials list
• Warmup: spiral review of a previously learned concept
• Instructional lesson
• AVK Connection: audio/visual/kinesthetic active learning component to engage all styles of learning and reinforce concepts in tangible ways
• 2 pages of learner exercises with multifaceted activities to practice the lesson material

Language Arts Curriculum

Harbor + Sprout Language Arts includes 36 weeks of material and 180 days of instruction per level, thus fulfilling the requirements for states with compulsory schooling standards. You have the option to pace these lessons as needed; for example, you may choose to do two lessons a day as best suits your family's schedule.

At the end of each unit, you will have a skills check to gauge progress and understanding. If more practice is needed, you are encouraged to revisit the AVK Connection portions of the lessons or visit the extensions list at the beginning of the curriculum.

After every 3 units, you will find a mastery assessment to evaluate progress and understanding. In addition, there will be a comprehensive mastery assessment at the end of each curriculum.

For a by-level breakdown of lessons and assessments, please preview the scope and sequence of the level you will be using with your child.

Reading Curriculum

Our reading curriculum includes a weekly reading passage from excellent literature and two practice pages to explore a specific concept of literature. Whereas our Language Arts curriculum teaches phonics and the mechanics of reading, our Reading Curriculum focuses on foundational vocabulary and elemental literacy skills to help develop an innate appreciation and affinity for reading.

Additionally, each reading book includes narration prompts and extensions for each week to help you further explore that week's reading concept.

You will also find a book list to guide you through each genre and study focus of the curriculum.

For a by-level breakdown of reading topics, please preview the scope and sequence of the level you will be using with your child. Note that the online version of the scope and sequence does not include the weekly book lists, but the version you will receive with your curriculum does.

The scope and sequence of our language arts and reading program was designed thoughtfully with the needs of every family worldwide in mind. Developed by our resident M.A. in Curriculum and Teaching and based on consultation with skilled curriculum developers with many collective years of experience refining impactful curricula in innovative ways, every aspect of this curriculum has been carefully researched to ensure it meets the standards of top quality curriculum with the unique, lively, and nature-based Harbor + Sprout twist. Click each level below to see the scope and sequence.

Little Sprouts (Pre-K) Scope and Sequence

Kindergarten Scope and Sequence

Level 1 Scope and Sequence

Q: Is this curriculum mastery based or spiral based?

A: Harbor + Sprout Language Arts is a mastery-spiral hybrid curriculum. Concepts are taught with a mastery-based approach and you will find a spiraled review concept in each lesson. We have combined the best of both worlds to create a full-bodied and impactful comprehensive math curriculum.

Q: Is the Reading book a learn-to-read program?

A: All mechanics of how to read and phonetic lessons are included in the Language Arts books. The Reeding books are the literature portion of our curriculum.

Q: Is there a separate teacher's manual?

A: All instructional text is combined on-page with the learner exercises. This allows the curriculum to speak to the learner and it eliminates the need for separate pieces and cross referencing.

Use the readiness assessments to determine which level best suits your learner's needs.

Little Sprouts Ready-To-Learn Assessment

Kindergarten Language Arts & Reading Placement Assessment

Level 1 Language Arts & Reading Placement Assessment

Mathematics elementary levels are currently in production. Little Sprouts (pre-K), Kindergarten, and Level 1 Mathematics will be available November 20, 2024. Samples of the first three levels will be released November 4. The remaining elementary levels (2, 3, 4, and 5) will roll out gradually and we plan to have them all available by late Spring/early Summer 2025. Once the elementary levels are complete, we will continue forward with middle and high school math.

Harbor + Sprout's Mathematics curriculum follows goals and strategies to support your child’s understanding and love of mathematics along with respect and affinity for the challenges of mathematics. Key points considered when developing the Harbor and Sprout math curriculum include the following:

Development of Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Skills

• Our program emphasizes problem-solving and critical thinking. Students are encouraged to use different strategies personally and with peers to apply mathematical thinking and skills to real-world situations. By giving students the opportunity to see the relevance of math in the real world, we hope to prepare them for higher level math and math in everyday life.

Rate of Learning

• It is especially true in mathematics that children learn at different rates. Our curriculum allows for learning to be enjoyable and not stressful, enabling students to work at an enjoyable pace. We recognize that students learn at different rates and accommodate for the differences. We use assessments to understand the child’s current level while providing support or more challenging lessons as needed. Our goal is to provide students with a strong mathematics foundation while allowing them to progress at a pace that is comfortable and appropriate. Some learners will internalize concepts quickly while others will ruminate for longer. Our program is developed such that the timeline can vary by child.

The Support of All Learners

• Our program offers differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students. We offer additional support as well as the opportunity for the student to move ahead to advanced challenges. By providing these opportunities, we allow each child to engage with math in a way that is meaningful to them.

Spiraling Concepts

• Using spiraling, key concepts are introduced, and then revisited with increasing complexity throughout the year and through the whole curriculum. By seeing the concept first, students make connections using prior knowledge. The prior knowledge allows students to reinforce understanding and make connections between different math topics.

Use of the Concrete, Pictorial, and Abstract (CPA) Approach

• Initially, The Concrete, Pictorial, and Abstract approach allows students to grasp the initial introduction to a topic in math by using physical objects to explore and understand the idea.
• Once the student grasps the concept, the idea can broaden through the use of visual representations with connections to the concrete.
• Finally, students learn to work with the numbers, symbols, and formulas representing the concrete and pictorial representations. 

Growth Mindset in Math

We emphasize that every child can learn and succeed in math. Our focus is on learning rather than perfection and mistakes are seen as opportunities for learning. Through the Growth Mindset, students are encouraged to develop their abilities in math and to foster a positive attitude toward overcoming challenges and solving problems.

• Instructor/Parental Involvement
• We encourage parents to work through the problems and gain a clear understanding of the child’s math education to foster growth, resilience, and a deep understanding of mathematical concepts.
• Teaching tips are included to assist parents/instructors as they introduce math concepts.

All of these techniques work together to provide a well rooted conceptual understanding of mathematics for use in our world.

Curriculum Format:

Structured by Level with Multiple Entry Points

• Each level has a clear scope and sequence allowing students to learn at their own pace and meet them where they are. Students may progress through the curriculum as they complete the scope and sequence.

Hands-On Learning

• With an emphasis on hands-on experiences, students engage in concrete, pictorial and abstract mathematics using real-world scenarios to increase the comprehension of real-world mathematics. 

Interactive Lessons

Because participation is integral to learning, our lessons require active participation by students using methods such as problem solving, math discussions, collaboration, and communication. 

• Active learning component (AVK Connection) included in each lesson
• Assessment for Growth
• The provided assessments allow for the tracking of student progress and point out areas where students may need extra support or enrichment. The assessments are designed to guide learning as well as measure performance.

In preparation for the future, students completing this preK-8 and subsequent upper-level course curriculum will have developed problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, and a desire to learn. The Harbor and Sprout curriculum differentiates itself from other curricula by incorporating nature-based projects, personalized learning, and meaningful real-world applications of mathematics while engaging parents in personalized learning for their child. 

Our lessons were designed to be just the right amount- not too little, not too much, with room to expand or simplify as needed. Estimated length of lessons by level are as follows:

• Little Sprouts: 10-20 minutes
• Kindergarten: 10-20 minutes
• Level 1: 15-20 minutes

Each lesson is made up of the following components:

• Objective- "I can" statement
• Materials list
• Warmup: spiral review of a previously learned concept
• Instructional lesson
• AVK Connection: audio/visual/kinesthetic active learning component to engage all styles of learning and reinforce concepts in tangible ways
• 2 pages of learner exercises with multifaceted activities to practice the lesson material

This curriculum includes 36 weeks of material and 180 lessons, thus fulfilling the requirements for states with compulsory schooling standards. You have the option to pace these lessons as needed; for example, you may choose to do two lessons a day as best suits your family's schedule.

At the end of each unit, you will have a skills check to gauge progress and understanding. If more practice is needed, you are encouraged to revisit the AVK Connection portions of the lessons or visit the extensions list at the beginning of the curriculum.

After every 3 units, you will find a mastery assessment to evaluate progress and understanding. In addition, there will be a comprehensive mastery assessment at the end of each curriculum.

For a by-level breakdown of lessons and assessments, please preview the scope and sequence of the level you will be using with your child.

The scope and sequence of our mathematics program was designed thoughtfully with the needs of every family worldwide in mind. Developed by our resident Math Ph.D. and based on consultation with skilled curriculum developers with many collective years of experience refining impactful curricula in innovative ways, every aspect of this curriculum has been carefully researched to ensure it meets the standards of top quality curriculum with the unique, lively, and nature-based Harbor + Sprout twist. Click each level below to see the scope and sequence.

Little Sprouts (Pre-K) Scope and Sequence

Kindergarten Scope and Sequence

Level 1 Scope and Sequence

Q: Is this curriculum mastery based or spiral based?

A: Harbor + Sprout Mathematics is a mastery-spiral hybrid curriculum. Concepts are taught with a mastery-based approach and you will find a spiraled review concept in each lesson. We have combined the best of both worlds to create a full-bodied and impactful comprehensive math curriculum.

Q: How is currency approached to be relevant worldwide?

A: All money lessons are in USD by default. With your purchase- regardless of whether you purchase print or digital- you will receive an editable PDF with all currency lessons and templates. Currencies of Mexico and Canada are also introduced.

Q: Is measurement approached in Metric or Imperial?

A: Both! You will learn both Metric and Imperial standard measurements in this curriculum.

Q: Is there a separate teacher's manual?

A: All instructional text is combined on-page with the learner exercises. This allows the curriculum to speak to the learner and it eliminates the need for separate pieces and cross referencing.

Use the readiness assessments to determine which level best suits your learner's needs.

Little Sprouts Ready-To-Learn Assessment

Kindergarten Math Placement Assessment

Level 1 Math Placement Assessment

Our primary level unit studies feature a consistent module layout throughout. The reading, notebooking, and activities are intended to be completed to each child's skill level and with as much or as little adult guidance as you see fit.

The reading portion of each module can be completed independently or with help from an adult. You may take one day or more to complete the reading. Remember to look up unfamiliar words and feel free to conduct further research on anything you have questions about.

Children who are in the early stages of writing may complete their notebooking prompts in pictures or words, while skilled writers may write full paragraphs and more complex entries that require further research.

Module activities may be completed with varying levels of parental support or independence as needed.

Be sure to add our Primary Level Workbooks for each unit study with complementary activities to accompany you along the way. Our Primary Level Unit Studies are meant to grow organically alongside your family!

Our goal with Primary Level Unit Studies was to create a simplified curriculum option for families who need something that is open-and-go. These unit studies are delivered digitally or in print and may be used ebook-style alongside a notebook of your own choosing, or you may print the unit and use it in hard copy form. The unit is non-consumable, meaning that you will not need to write on or cut anything out of the pages.  Optional printable notebooking pages are provided, or you may enjoy utilizing the Harbor + Sprout Primary Companion Notebook.

Accompanying workbooks with complementary activities for each module are available for each unit. These workbooks make a wonderful companion for your studies and help tie each unit study together for a robust learning experience.

Each Primary Level Unit Study includes approximately 20 modules. Modules may be completed over the course of a few days or at the pace that works best for your family. Each module is composed of 3 parts:

Information- This is the reading portion of the module. The reading can be completed independently or with help from an adult. You may take one day or more to complete the reading. Remember to look up unfamiliar words and feel free to conduct further research on anything you have questions about.

Notebooking- In the notebooking section of each module, you will have the opportunity to reflect on your reading in a way that is unique to you. Children who are in the early stages of writing may complete their notebooking prompts in pictures or words, while skilled writers may write full paragraphs and more complex entries that require further research.

You may use the notebooking pages provided at the end of this unit study, or you may opt for a notebook of your own. As you closely consider and write about what you've learned, you will further your understanding of the subject and make personal connections with the information. Notebooking is an inherent source of writing and language arts study in this unit.

Activities- Each module contains a selection of activities and hands-on learning experiences to choose from. These activities span the range of learning styles and are meant to be completed at whatever pace feels most comfortable to you. We encourage you to both select activities that are most in tune with your preferred method of learning and take advantage of opportunities to expand your skills and try new things. Earlier learners will need more support from an adult, whereas older children may complete their activities with more independence.

At the end of the unit modules, you will find a selection of printable notebooking pages to use and the unit appendix. The appendix includes a book list of complementary titles, a vocabulary/spelling list, additional links to supplementary material, a set of flash cards, and any other useful additions we have found along the way.

As you work through your unit studies from the Harbor + Sprout library, we encourage you to continue to develop independence while making memories and learning alongside your family or classroom. Be sure to include plenty of books alongside all your studies.

Primary Level Workbooks contain complementary activities for each of the modules in their respective Primary Level Unit Studies. They are intended for elementary-aged students to use in tandem with the unit study to enhance learning. These workbooks are consumable and while they are not required to complete the unit studies, they make excellent companions to your exploration through each module.

At the beginning of each unit study, you will find a brief overview of each module as well as a list of subjects/applications addressed in the module. Writing and language arts are also inherently woven into the whole unit through notebooking. Additional applications include science, nature study, language arts, writing, history, geography, art, music, math concepts, and life skills.

Be sure to download free samples of our Botany and Visual Arts Primary Level Unit Studies to get an idea for the layout of our lessons and the type of content you can expect.

As Harbor + Sprout has grown and evolved, we have discovered so much about the needs of our audience and the way our resources are used in homes all over the world. We continually reevaluate the way we present materials to make sure we are hitting the mark the best we can  with our nature-adoring, unit study-loving, somewhat eclectic homeschooling community. We believe that children of all ages (and us adults, too) need unbridled time and space to explore, consider, ruminate, and get lost in their schooling in a good way without the push of “getting through the lessons” or sticking to rigid timelines. There is so much learning in slowing down and taking time for discovery.

Since the very beginning of H+S, we have released our Patchwork Studies, formerly Elementary Level Units. They have undergone minor changes and adjustments, but have remained relatively consistent. Even so, we have continued to see the need to simplify without compromising or removing content or value from the studies. In an effort to give you more breathing room as you experience our Elementary Units, we have updated the structure of these bundle-style units moving forward to allow your family more freedom to utilize them in your own way and at your own pace, in a way that makes the most sense for YOU.

We are currently undergoing the gradual process of updating and cleaning up past units. Some units will be temporarily unavailable as we refresh them. Some sections and lessons will be replaced with fresh material. Broken QR codes will be updated and fixed. If you already own the unit, you will have access to the updated version once it's ready.

Here's what's different:

• Rather than being presented as "week 1, 2, 3, 4", lessons will be presented as "lesson 1, 2, 3, 4" in order to remove the burden of completing work in a specific timeline.
• The leveled lesson grid will be eliminated in lieu of general instruction as to how you can adjust any lesson to better suit the needs of each learning level. Your child may fall into different levels for different subjects, and there is one version of each lesson meant to be used by all levels. As such, we are here with inspiration for how you can simplify or expand lessons as needed.
• Subtle changes and updates in the handbook.
• Overall design and branding has been updated for a cleaner feel.

Here's what's the same:

• Overall content will not change. 36 high-quality lessons of each core subject will continue to be included- four for each subject-, including science, nature study, language arts, writing, history, geography, music, art, and math, as well as a substantial supplemental section.
• Book list, character kit, unit recipe, and all the pieces you know and love will remain.

We hope this update makes our beloved Patchwork Studies even more conducive to your family's needs. We are looking forward to giving each unit the tuneup it deserves so that families can continue to use these studies for many years to come!

Inside the handbook of each unit, you'll find four detailed, distinct learning levels described:

Explorers are learning to observe the world around them through simple, foundational activities, that foster learning, curiosity, and communication.

Investigators are beginning to dig a little deeper through activities that encourage them to ask questions and find answers as they continue to build understanding of fundamental skills.

Adventurers are able to read and write independently. As they continue to learn, they are encouraged to ask questions and engage in activities that lead them to read and research to find answers on their own. They are practicing writing thorough thoughts in clear, structured sentences and paragraphs.

Discoverers are beginning to take ownership of their education through activities that require them to read, write, and analyze independently. They are practicing writing more formally structured essays and reports and deepending their understanding of the topics they are studying.

There are not four different versions of each lesson; rather, you will find suggestions and ideas in the handbook to help you consider how you may simplify or expand lessons to make material conducive to your child's learning level at varying stages in their education. Here's an example of how the same lesson is used in different ways:

For a geography map activity, the Explorer colors the map, the Investigator finds and traces labels, the Adventurer labels the map independently, and the Discoverer does a one-page report on a chosen country. Everyone does the same base activity with versatile guided applications!

Your child may be at a different level for different subjects or activites, and that's ok! You get to tailor it to exactly what they need and take the liberty to help them learn in a way that makes sense for them.

Patchwork Studies were originally presented in a monthly format with 2 lessons per day, 5 days a week. However, in practice, the amount of time each study takes varies greatly by family. In addition, the eclectic style of each study lends itself to a bit of variance from unit to unit.

Each study comes with a different assortment of material and you are free to 1- choose what you'd like to do and 2- take extra time following unexpected trails as you dive into your lessons. As such, we will gradually be removing the "weekly" verbiage from each of these beloved studies to further allow your family the freedom to take your own pace.

Here are a few scenarios to consider:

• You may find that you utilize only certain subjects in each unit. This is ok! Choose what you'd like to use and save the rest on your computer for if you decide to come back to it.
• Perhaps you want to do every project and activity in one of the subjects (there are SO MANY to choose from). Great! You may find yourself immersed in one science or nature study lesson for multiple days. Enjoy it! Soak it in fully and move on when you're ready.
• Your family may have a 3-4 day school week, or work your schedule around co-ops or other activities. As such, your pace with your Patchwork Studies will be slower.
• Perhaps your family keeps a rigorous pace and works through a full study over the course of a month. If this is the pace that works for you, then that is the right pace for YOUR family.

You may find it helpful to ask other families for ideas about how they like to pace their studies by searching or asking on our Facebook group here.

Remember that there is no requirement to complete your lessons in a specific amount of time. As these Patchwork Units are non-linear in nature, you may complete the lessons in any order and at any pace. Above all, enjoy the learning journey!

Harbor + Sprout creates eclectic unit studies inspired by our favorite aspects of many learning and teaching styles all blended together. There are elements that would be considered Reggio, Charlotte Mason, Waldorf, Montessori, and Unschooling, but nothing is specifically designed to fit any one style. It is a free-flowing, immersive curriculum that allows for natural, deep-level learning, adaptable to the needs of each unique child. It can function beautifully as a stand-alone or be used as a supplement to other curricula your family uses. Harbor + Sprout is the best of all worlds.

A handbook which includes instructions for how to use this study, printing helps, table of contents, planning pages, an extensive book list of complementary (but not required) titles, an explanation of our leveled learning system, lesson overviews, a unit recipe, and a hand-illustrated Character Kit with original art by Stephanie Groves for each unit

4 Science lessons

4 Nature Study lessons

4 Language Arts lessons

4 Writing lessons

4 History lessons

4 Geography lessons

4 Music lessons

4 Art lessons

4 Math lessons

An extensive supplemental section including:

Nature activities with a focus on open-ended early learning

Wellness/Quiet time activities and ideas

A bilingual element

Every lesson also includes an idea for a craft, activity, or tactile application, and/or some kind of writing or further research opportunity. These lessons are engaging learning at its finest and each unit is full of activities, content, and memories waiting to be made.

*New Patchwork Study Sample coming soon!* Be sure to download our free sample pack to get an idea for the layout of our lessons and the type of content you can expect.

Our secondary level unit studies focus on project-based learning and notebooking for an experiential learning approach. Each module is designed to take the learner on a journey to discover a facet of the theme with a specific set of academic subject applications. With information, notebooking prompts, and projects, activities, and experiments that appeal to a wide range of learning styles, these unit studies can be tailored to bring learning to life in whatever way your student needs. These unit studies can be used in digital ebook form with a notebook of your own or printed and used as physical books. Explore our library of secondary level unit studies and discover how they might breathe life into your schooling.

Download free samples of our Botany and Visual Arts Secondary Level Unit Studies to learn more about the content, structure, and layout.

The following curriculum and resources are available to be ordered in print:

• Primary Level Unit Studies
• Primary Level Workbooks to accompany each unit study
• Secondary Level Unit Studies
• Primary and Secondary Level Companion Notebooks

In order to keep printed materials as cost effective as possible, we are not able to discount physical copies. Subscription credits and Curio memberships are applicable to digital curriculum only and cannot be used on print materials.

Yes! The digital PDF is available as a separate purchase if you'd like to have access to print extra pages of the files. Due to the overhead costs associated with printing, we are unable to discount prints even if you already own the digital version.

Printed curriculum is available for shipping worldwide. Duties and customs fees may apply depending on were you live. We love to see families learning and growing with H+S all over the globe!

All book-style open-and-go curriculum is available for purchase in print. This includes Primary Level Unit Studies and Workbooks, Secondary Level Unit Studies, and Companion Notebooks.

Logistically, we are unable to offer bundle-style curriculum in print. Patchwork Studies are intended to be printed in a way that is unique to the needs of each family, with many pages not needing to be printed and lots of loose parts and cutting. Morning Baskets and Letter Baskets are intended to be printed and organized on an individual basis in a way that makes sense for you. All of our curriculum options are high caliber and well-loved; it is up to you to decide which style best suits your family!

Print curriculum is not eligible for returns, exchanges, or refunds.

In an effort to keep print curriculum as cost effective as possible, we are unable to discount physical copies. Even if you already own the digital version, the cost of physical curriculum remains as listed. Digital PDF and physical hard copy purchases of the same unit study are considered separate purchases of separate products.

A morning basket is essentially a collection of books, activities, and resources that is used to enrich your children's learning. Use morning basket time to come together, press in and reconnect, share, and spend time with the precious ones in your life.

The time you spend together with your Morning Basket can differ dpending on the ages and stages of your children. With younger children, it can be as little as 5-10 minutes. With older children, time spent with books, poems, handicrafts, and other activities can turn into hours. Our Morning Basket packs are specifically aimed at preschool aged children, but you are free to add resources for older children as you'd like.

What will you need to create a morning basket? First, find yourself a basket, box, or container of some sort to place it all in. Activities in your Morning Basket may include books that follow your children's passions and interests, coloring sheets, art supplies such as colored pencils and crayons, puzzles, playdough, threading activities, small world figures, handicrafts, natural objects like pebbles, twigs, shells, or pinecones, games, poetry collections, and more.

Our themed Morning Basket activities are full of fun, hands-on learning activities geared towards 2-6 year olds, but can be incorporated for older children too! These invitations to learn are also excellent for keeping younger children busy while their older siblings are working on other school activities.

Learn the alphabet at a gentle, friendly pace with our sweet and playful Letter Baskets! Letter Baskets feature the morning basket style you know and love with an alphabet twist.

There is one Letter Basket for each of the 26 letters of the alphabet, each featuring a phonetically correct animal. You have the option to purchase the letters individually or bundled together at a discount. Sign up for our Early Learning Simple Subscription to get a credit for one new letter each month! Be sure to get the starter pack even if you're purchasing one at a time; this sweet set will help you track your journey through the alphabet! 

Each Letter Basket includes the following:

• Letter flag
• Alphabet flashcards
• Alphabet scavenger hunt
• Tracing card
• Poem
• Poem writing page
• Building sight words activity
• Circle the letter
• Lacing card 
• Letter sheet
• Playdough mat
• Q-tip painting
• Upper and lower case sort
• Tracing sheets
• Prompted drawing
• Letter Tangram puzzle
• Loose parts card
• Chalkboard alphabet letter
• Rainbow writing
• Craft letters
• Coloring sheets

Download a free sample here!

Each letter basket was made with love by Beck, our Morning Basket creator.

When it comes to time, you get to make the decisions. Lessons can last as long or as short as you and your children need them to. There is no timeline when it comes to "getting through lessons" or working through unit studies; begin when you begin and finish when you are done. The freedom to school at the pace that suits you best is one of the very best things about Harbor + Sprout.

Preparation time and educator involvement will depend greatly on a number of factors.

Firstly, which resources are you utilizing? For some of our product lines, heavier preparation work and parental involvement is required. Elementary units take planning and execution. Other types of unit studies, such as Primary Level Units and Secondary Level Units, can be done with quite a lot of independence by students with checkpoints as needed throughout the learning process. Many units are also able to be utilized digitally or printed once and used as non-consumable books alongside a notebook of your own. This greatly minimizes the preparation required to begin a new unit study and to complete daily learning.

Next, what are the ages and need levels of your students? By nature, younger learners will need more direction and guidance in their schooling. Most lessons for little ones are best done side by side. As students get older, greater independence is possible and even encouraged. Your students may do reading and other assignments alone and check in for assistance as needed. Older and more independent students may complete their work with full independence. The goal of our curriculum is for students to grow in ability to complete their studies in a personal way that fosters internalization of the material. Harbor + Sprout grows with your family in a gradual, natural way.

Finally, how hands-on would you like to be? As with everything at Harbor + Sprout, there is so much opportunity for customization based on the needs and desires of your individual family. You may choose to keep lessons short for your littlest learners and then let them play independently with loose parts after learning is done. Perhaps you complete lesson reading with your elementary-aged learners, or maybe you prefer to assign the reading and ask your child to summarize. The choice is yours. Even if your high school students can complete their lessons independently, you may find yourself wanting to join in on the learning with them! We are fully supportive of an enriching life of learning here at Harbor + Sprout. Pull up a chair and learn together, or complete your own notebooking and project assignments in tandem with your child.

Harbor + Sprout is the result of parents who found ourselves frustrated by the lack of adaptable curriculum that not only provided endless enrichment for our children, but allowed for us to tailor that learning to our unique and ever-changing needs. We wanted to introduce a curriculum into the homeschool world that resonated with eclectic and voracious learners of all ages that went far beyond checking off daily boxes. With Harbor + Sprout, you can expect to find engaging, immersive education at every turn. Our curriculum is different on purpose; it was designed to work for YOU in the way your family learns best.

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