What We Believe Series from Apologia (Who is God?)

Description

What We Believe is a four-volume worldview curriculum from Apologia in partnership with Summit Ministries that helps students develop a strong biblical worldview. Each beautifully illustrated volume explores essential Christian truths through engaging stories, real-life examples, and thought-provoking questions, guiding students to apply biblical principles to their lives.

The series is designed for family discipleship and works well across elementary and middle school ages.

Key Curriculum Features:

  • Four volumes: Who Is God?, Who Am I?, Who Is My Neighbor?, and What on Earth Can I Do?
  • Conversational lessons with Bible reading, memory work, prayer, and personal application
  • Each lesson spans 2 weeks at 3 days per week, with a focus on understanding and living out biblical truths
  • Integration of The House of Truth visual model for ongoing worldview study
  • Thought-provoking questions and real-life connections to build critical thinking and faith

Program Components:

  • Hardcover Texts: Beautifully illustrated core books with lessons, articles, biographical sketches, and notebooking suggestions
  • Notebooking Journals (optional but highly recommended): Attractive space for notes, responses, and spiritual growth (Grades 4–8)
  • Junior Notebooking Journals (optional): Similar activities with more coloring and less handwriting for younger students
  • MP3 Audio CDs (optional): Audio version of the text content

Important Notes:

  • No separate teacher book needed. The texts are written directly to the student with family discussion in mind.
  • Lessons encourage Bible engagement, reflection, and application without tests or busywork.

What We Believe stands out for its engaging, practical approach that nurtures a biblical worldview and discipleship in children. It is an excellent choice for Christian homeschool families seeking a meaningful, multi-year Bible and worldview curriculum that grows with the student.

Browse all What We Believe volumes and sets below!

Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.