Savvas Homeschool Curriculum

Plaid Phonics progresses from teaching letter recognition in the kindergarten level to alphabetizing, syllabication, and vocabulary skills in the upper levels. Review within a level and overlap with the next level allows you to jump in anywhere in the program. Resources include pre-tests, post-tests, lesson plans, and teaching guidance. There is no digital component.

• Levels are labeled A (kindergarten) through F (6th); use at grade level or for remediation
• Homeschool Bundles include a print Teacher Resource Book and a colorful, consumable Student Workbook
• Both fiction and non-fiction reading selections are featured within the curriculum

D’Nealian Handwriting is a continuous stroke method, giving letters a more fluid look over a traditional ball-and-stick style. This makes the print-to-cursive transition in 2nd grade seem effortless. Through the Savvas Realize online platform, teachers can customize content for the student and print additional practice pages. Stroke modeling animations teach the proper slant, size, and spacing of letters.

• Print letters have serifs (tails) with over 80% of letters the same in both cursive and print
• Fluid lines and fewer pencil lifts lower the chance for letter reversals
• Sold as Bundles with a print Student Workbook and one-year access to Savvas Realize for the teacher

Foundational Reading is a comprehensive phonics curriculum with simple, straightfor­ward instruction that is easy to use. Lessons are taught in modules with focused mini-lessons and frequent assessments for the student that are non-intimidating and fun. Interactive elements demonstrate letter sounds. Both D’Nealian and Traditional style handwriting instruction are also incorporated.

• Homeschool Bundle includes one-year access to Savvas Realize for the teacher and a printed Student Workbook
• Student Books include perforated pages to assemble into mini-readers
• Online resources include lesson plans, assessments, and demonstrations of letter sounds

myView Literacy bundles are complete ELA courses that align with the Science of Reading. Courses are designed to be teacher-student interactive and will require a time commitment from the parent. Online teacher resources on the Savvas Realize platform include detailed lesson plans, audiobook readings of the literature selections, games for reinforcement, flashcards, videos, assessments, and answer keys. 

• Grade-level ELA covers reading skills, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and composition
• Literary selections are diverse, featuring both fiction and nonfiction
• Homeschool Bundles include one-year access to Savvas Realize for the teacher and a print Student Worktext

Spelling Workout is a research-based workbook series that takes a phonetic approach in the lower levels and a structural approach (word roots) in the upper levels. Teacher Editions include pre-test dictation sentences, spelling strategies, teaching notes, spelling and writing suggestions, and answers to the student workbook. Student workbooks are printed with minimal color and include a dictionary at the end. This course has no digital component. 

• Levels are labeled A (kindergarten) through H (8th grade); you can use at grade level or for remediation
• Lessons feature word lists and a variety of activities including riddles, games, writing practice, and proofreading
• Homeschool Bundles include print Teacher Edition and print Student Workbook

myPerspectives standards-based language arts courses provide instruction in literary analysis, composition, and grammar in a scaffolded format. Reading selections are diverse, academically challenging, and encourage critical thinking. Both teacher and student books are provided in print format, with additional online resources available on the included Savvas Realize platform. Online resources include daily lessons with extensive writing instruction notes, formative assessments, and digital versions of Teacher’s Editions and Student Texts. 

• Grade-level ELA courses provide options for classroom, small-group, and independent learning
• Homeschool Bundles include the softcover Student Worktext (two volumes for grades 9–12), hardcover Teacher’s Edition, and one-year access to Savvas Realize
• Online resources include printable or digital format assessments

enVision Mathematics (2020/2021 edition) for grades K-8 are the most current editions available to homeschoolers. Concepts and instruction are aligned to Common Core standards. Math readers and STEM projects are integrated in most grade levels. At grade 7, there is an option for accelerated learning that would be followed by Algebra 1 in 8th grade. Teacher Resource Masters are classroom-type resources. Spanish e-versions are included. enVision Math 2.0 (2017/2018 edition) for grades K-12 also aligns with current math standards. Digital resources provide games, animations, and leveled math readers with teaching guides (K-6) and integrates STEM projects (6-12).

• CCSS-based math courses with an accelerated option in grade 7
• User-friendly instruction with emphasis on problem-solving skills
• Homeschool Bundles include one year access to Savvas Realize, two softcover print Student Worktexts, and two volumes of Teacher Resource Masters

MCP Mathematics (Modern Curriculum Press) is a solid program using a research-based approach that incorporates direct instruction, guided practice, and independent practice for mastery of the concepts. With a 2005 copyright date, it was written pre-Common Core standards. Graphics are black and white with an accent color. Chapter tests and cumulative assessments are included at the end of every chapter in grades 1-6. There is no digital component.

• Levels are labeled K for kindergarten, then A (1st grade) through F (6th grade)
• Homeschool Bundles include a spiral-bound Teacher Edition and softcover Student Workbook
• User-friendly and affordable math program that emphasizes problem-solving

 Elevate Science is aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) with each level covering earth, life, and physical sciences. Student worktexts are colorful with text, short-answer questions, hands-on activities, literary connections, STEM connections, and real-world problems. Most activities use easy-to-find household items. Online resources on Savvas Realize include planning resources (but no daily lesson plans), an e-Teacher’s Book, supply lists, teaching suggestions, and answers.

• Meets NGSS with engaging text, hands-on projects, STEM connections, and real-world applications
• Homeschool Bundle includes softcover Student Worktext and one-year access to Savvas Realize for the teacher
• Spanish versions of the student and teacher book are also included in the Savvas Realize resources

Savvas high school sciences include Biology and Chemistry and use an inquiry-based approach. These courses meet Next Generation Science Standards. Many labs may be challenging to do at home, as no lab supply kits are available. If your high schooler plans to study science at the college level or laboratory hour credits are required for a transcript, you may wish to supplement with a more homeschool-friendly lab resource.

• Classroom-style high school science courses adapted for homeschool use
• Homeschool Bundles include Student Text (there are two texts for Chemistry) and one-year access to Savvas Realize for the teacher
• Savvas Realize includes both student and teacher resources, such as interactive quizzes, printable student pages, videos, teaching support, and lab supply lists

myWorld Social Studies courses provide engaging lessons about communities, maps, history, and more. At Grade 5, you may choose from two courses: 5A (pre-history to the Civil War) or 5B (Civil War to present times) according to the era you wish to cover in U.S. History. There is a range of fun learning opportunities on the Savvas Realize platform, including timelines, songs, and videos. Images and viewpoints shared are diverse and inclusive.

• Grade-level social studies instruction features map skills, writing assignments, and primary source documents
• Homeschool Bundles include softcover Student Text and one-year access to the Savvas Realize platform
• Savvas Realize content includes online assignments, audios, games, short video clips, e-Teacher’s Edition, editable student worksheets, chapter tests, leveled readers, maps, and more

 myWorld Social Studies courses for middle school provide a year of history studies while developing ELA skills, critical thinking, vocabulary, and citizenship. There is a range of fun and engaging learning opportunities, including timelines, songs, and videos. Images and viewpoints shared are thoughtfully inclusive.

• World History, American History, and Geography courses can be used in any sequence
• Homeschool Bundles include a hardcover Student Text, student journal, and one-year access to Savvas Realize platform
• Digital course content is for student and teacher; includes e-texts in English and Spanish, assessments, lesson plans, hands-on activities, editable student worksheets, and more

Savvas High School History includes a year each of U.S. History, World History, and American Government. Students develop critical thinking skills through answering comprehension and analysis questions, reading primary sources, studying key terms and concepts, and applying the reading through writing. Digital resources include videos, additional biographies, interactives, and more.

• Homeschool Bundles include a hardcover Textbook, a softcover Reading Guide, and one-year access to Savvas Realize
• All teacher resource material is found online and includes answer keys, lesson plans, tests, quizzes, extra worksheets, videos, articles, and more
• Online content for Magruder’s American Government is updated yearly to reflect changes and election information