Give Your Kindergartner a Year of Wonder, and Give Yourself a Year of Confidence
Backyard and Beyond is for the homeschool mom who wants her child's first year of real learning to be rooted in God's creation, not a desk.
Backyard and Beyond turns the world outside your door into 20 guided field trips, building real kindergarten skills through observation, hands-on discovery, and exploration. With a biblical worldview woven into every unit, your child doesn't just learn about creation; they learn to see God's hand in it. Backyard and Beyond is open-and-go with minimal prep, so you can show up confident for one of the most important years you'll teach.
How Backyard and Beyond Works and Why It's Different
Most kindergarten curriculums ask a five-year-old to sit still, watch, and repeat from a pile of textbooks. Backyard and Beyond is built around how five-year-olds actually learn.
- Hands-on science and nature study
- Social studies and real-world community awareness
- Fine motor development through purposeful, engaging activity
- Consistent early learning habits built through structured exploration
- A biblical worldview woven into every unit, so faith is the framework, not an add-on
Every lesson is built around observation, movement, and hands-on discovery rather than desk repetition because retention at this age happens through experience, not instruction. Skills are introduced and immediately reinforced through real-world moments, so your child understands what they’re learning.
Minimal Prep, Clear Structure
Backyard and Beyond is written for the mom who wants to show up and teach, not spend Sunday night wondering if she's prepared enough.
- Clear parent instructions so you always know exactly what to do next
- A consistent instructional flow your child will settle into quickly
- Hands-on activities that require minimal advance planning
- Built-in flexibility so you can move at the pace that fits your family
Most materials are included in the curriculum set, with only occasional household items needed. Daily learning fits into 20–30 minutes, has enough structure to feel real, and is short enough to stay consistent.
And if a location or activity isn't accessible, built-in alternatives are available, so nothing stops you from showing up for your child.
The Goal Isn't Just to Teach Your Child About God, It's to Train Them to See Him
Every unit includes biblical worldview prompts for family discussion, guiding your child to recognize God's order, creativity, and care in what they discover.
Bible references are provided so you can read and discuss passages in the translation your family uses, making faith part of the learning, not a separate subject.
Everything Your Child Needs, Ready to Go
Each Backyard and Beyond kit arrives complete with all the hands-on materials your child needs to explore, discover, and learn:
- Backyard and Beyond Core Curriculum Book
- Matching Game
- Reusable Sticker Book
- Sticker Tracker
- Coloring Book
- Magnifying Glass
- Themed Backpack
Flexible for Real Life
You don't need the perfect setup, a rigid schedule, or even a proper backyard to make this work.
- Each child has their own materials to write in, track progress, and complete activities independently
- Units are arranged seasonally, but can be done in any order, so life interruptions don't derail your year
- Learning happens at home, in the backyard, or anywhere discovery takes you
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Backyard and Beyond open-and-go? Yes. Open the book, read the parent instructions, and you're ready to start—no prep night, no planning ahead, no material hunting required.
How many copies should I purchase? One kit per child is recommended. Each child writes, tracks, and works directly in their own materials. Having their own set is part of what builds ownership and engagement in young learners.
What if we can't visit every location? Every unit includes built-in alternatives for locations that aren't accessible. The curriculum is designed to work with your real life, not a perfect version of it.
What Bible translation is used? We want kids in the Word for themselves, so we provide references rather than printed verses. Your family uses the translation you already love.
What does this curriculum cover? Do I need anything else? Backyard and Beyond is your kindergarten anchor. The hands-on, faith-integrated core of your child's learning year. Phonics and math slot in alongside it, by design.
Families will still add:
- A dedicated phonics program
- A dedicated math program
Backyard and Beyond builds the love of learning, observational habits, and a biblical lens. Your phonics and math programs handle the mechanics. They're built to work together, not in competition.
For a phonics program designed to align naturally with Backyard and Beyond, the Beginnings Reading Curriculum Kit fits right alongside it.
How long does the curriculum last? The 20-unit curriculum covers a full kindergarten year. Most families work through a unit in 20–30 minutes, two to three times a week. A consistent rhythm without the pressure of a packed daily schedule.
Planner B is available in the Bundle, or separately here.