🌎 New Homeschool Geography Curriculum: Precious People Year 1 Is Here!
Looking for a gentle, literature-based way to teach world geography in your homeschool?
We’re excited to introduce Precious People Year 1, Month 1, the newest addition to The Peaceful Press homeschool curriculum series!
This beautifully crafted resource is designed for early elementary students and features North American geography through the classic read-aloud, The Boxcar Children. It’s a gentle and engaging approach to geography that inspires curiosity and connection—perfect for Charlotte Mason-inspired or family-style homeschoolers.
✨ What Is Precious People Year 1?
Precious People Year 1 is a continent-by-continent world geography curriculum for homeschool families. Month 1 begins with North America, and a new monthly unit will follow for each of the seven continents. Each month includes:
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📚 Literature-based lesson plans
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🎨 Weekly art study (Monday)
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🛠️ Hands-on project (Tuesday)
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🌿 Nature walk activity (Wednesday)
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🍽️ International recipe (Thursday)
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🌍 Field trip or catch-up day (Friday)
This simple rhythm makes it easy to stay consistent while creating meaningful learning experiences at home.
🌍 A Seamless Flow Through History and Geography
Precious People Year 1 is designed to bridge the gap between Nourishing Nature Kindergarten and our other literature-based history resources:
By progressing through these six gentle and rich years of study, your children will gain a solid foundation in geography, history, science, and civics, all rooted in stories, conversations, and connection.
💛 Why Literature-Based Learning Works
With The Peaceful Press, you’ll discover how powerful family-centered morning time can be for both academics and relationships. Through daily read-alouds and meaningful discussions, your children will:
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Increase vocabulary and comprehension
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Grow confident through hands-on learning
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Develop a love of history, nature, and the arts
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Build sibling relationships through shared activities
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Explore science, civics, and geography naturally
Our goal is to help you nurture your child’s interests so that by high school, their strengths and passions are clear.
Did they love science projects? Consider a STEM or engineering focus in high school.
Were they passionate about history? Explore political science or government.Did they light up during art and recipe day? Support a path toward design or hospitality.
💬 FAQs About Precious People Year 1
Q: Is Month 1 part of the original Precious People bundle?
A: No, this is a brand-new geography series. It serves as a gentle option for families who want to delay ancient history and begin with a global cultural overview.
Q: Is there a sample available?
A: Yes! Click here to download a sample week.
Q: I already have Playful Pioneers—should I wait for this?
A: No need to wait! Playful Pioneers remains a wonderful early elementary option. This new geography series is simply another path, ideal for families who want to introduce world cultures and habitats gently before moving into deeper historical content.
Q: Will each month be available individually or in a bundle?
A: We will release the first few months (like North America) for $12 each. This fall we’ll offer a full-year bundle for $49—perfect for families who want the complete world geography resource, and offer a discount for families who have already purchased.
📣 What Homeschool Parents Are Saying
With over 400 reviews, The Peaceful Press has helped families build beautiful memories through literature-rich, family-centered learning.
“I love this curriculum! I'm now using it on my sixth child! It's THE BEST way to learn while being relational and staying close.”
— Julia, homeschool mom
“We are loving the Peaceful Preschool! I am a former Kindergarten teacher, and I think this curriculum is wonderful for developing needed skills for Kindergarten in a developmentally appropriate way.”
— Emilie, homeschool parent
Ready to Start Homeschooling with Peaceful Press?
We’ve been helping families for over 9 years create connection, joy, and academic excellence.
Let us help you get started on your homeschool journey today.
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