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All-in-One Room Schoolhouse

Free Homeschool Curriculum Levels 1 - 12

What is Sherlock Homeschooling's All-in-One Room Schoolhouse Curriculum?

Sherlock Homeschooling's All-in-One Room Schoolhouse is free homeschool curriculum, simple for parents to implement, with rigorous educational standards for kids. The curriculum is based on the traditional one-room schoolhouse model with a focus on reading, writing, and mathematics. Designed for parents who want limited or no screen time in their child's curriculum, see the benefits in reading classic books, and are raising critical thinkers.

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Who is this curriculum for?

This curriculum is not for you if:

You want your child’s learning to rely on e-learning programs.
You don’t prioritize building a family culture of reading real books.
You’re not comfortable with your child working at their own pace.
You want to recreate a modern public school at home.
You’re not willing to learn alongside your kids.

This curriculum is a great fit if:

You want a program that takes your child from preschool through high school at their own pace.
You’re excited to learn with your kids.
You want your child to become a self-motivated learner and critical thinker.
You prefer a screen-free learning experience.
You believe in the power of reading classic books.
You know writing is important, even in a world with AI and computers.
You want your child to master math without relying on calculators.
You value giving your child time and space to explore their unique interests.
You want a minimalist, easy-to-use curriculum for parents that’s still challenging for students.

INTRODUCTION

As an educational designer, homeschooling mom, and former classroom teacher, I spent years searching for ways to improve education. I studied the research and found something surprising: much of what will prepare kids for the future comes from the past.

Today's world demands lifelong learning. It demands self-paced, flexible systems that adjust to changing needs. Our kids need to adapt, think for themselves, interpret information, and communicate clearly. But the current system isn’t preparing them for that future. Illiteracy is on the rise, and we’re facing an uncertain future.

Many parents, like me, turned to homeschooling. Like all parents, I am my children’s first teacher. It is my responsibility to build a foundation they could carry for life. My research led me to a tried-and-true method: the one-room schoolhouse. For generations, this approach worked. Teachers, many of them young, taught all ages and skill levels in a single classroom. Kids learned to read, write beautifully, and do math in their heads. They weren’t grouped by age; they advanced at their own pace. They learned from each other, helped each other, and grew together.

The one-room schoolhouse put kids first. It gave them what they needed to succeed. We can bring that back. It is the perfect solution for homeschool families.

That’s why I created this curriculum. It’s a plan for my family and yours, built from the lessons of the past, and enhanced by modern research.

This curriculum has 12 levels. By the end, students are prepared for college or any path they choose. I designed it to be simple and rigorous, a program that any parent can use. And it’s free. All the resources are public domain books. This curriculum isn’t tied to screens or software. It’s resilient and timeless, like the one-room schoolhouses.

Here’s how it works: Each level has 10 curated living books. These are “readers” like the one-room schoolhouses used. Only now, we have more access to full-length texts. These books cover English, science, and history. They’re all free, so every family can use them. Students use the reading list to build writing skills. They’ll practice narration, copy work, dictation, transcription, and, eventually, essays and research papers. The goal? To help them communicate clearly in writing and speaking.

Add a math program that’s a good fit for your child. You can use the Ray’s Arithmetic series for a classic option without screen use. If you’re okay with limited screen time you can use Khan Academy online or download the offline version of Khan Academy from Kolibri.

After the core work is complete, students are encouraged to read about their own interests. Families are encouraged to read aloud together daily. There’s still time for other pursuits. That’s the beauty of this curriculum. It builds a strong foundation and leaves space for passion projects, outdoor time, music, art, and anything else that fuels your child’s curiosity.

Happy learning,

Hannah Ward, M.Ed.