God has blessed us with the best curriculum ever! Just buy, open and teach; make memories together!" writes Jessica R of Piedmont, SD (now living in Central America).

"It truly is everything you need in a box! It's an awesome resource for us overseas to have it gathered and so well researched. It makes learning fun! I also love that it's so cheap to add siblings: just reorder a few things and we are ready to roll again."

In her fifth year Sonlighting, Jessica says, "History comes to life as we visit historical sites around the world that we have read about in our Sonlight books. In this photo, Kezia (7, HBL C) was reading to Kate and Maggie (both 5) about the history of the Mayan Ruins we were visiting in Tikal, Guatemala."

— Jessica R., Piedmont, SD

It wasn't long after I opened my first Sonlight Instructor's Guide that I realized everything I needed to succeed was at my fingertips. We chose Sonlight 14 years ago, and in June, we had our first graduate. We've had such an amazing journey, and each of our five children has flourished! The literature has been outstanding, and our times of reading aloud together have created many cherished memories. We've traveled to faraway places, experienced great adventures and wept at moving situations, all while snuggling on the couch or sunning ourselves in the yard. We could never put a price on the bonds that have been formed. Angelina (6, Core B) has been on her Sonlight journey for two years. Here, Mom and daughter share a Sonlight moment.

— Laurie L., Monroe, WA

Sonlight is not just our curriculum, it's our connection as a family. This was our first year with Sonlight, and let me just say, we LOVE it! Since our children are close in age, it has been such a blessing to combine them into the same Core. It has been so much fun to watch the close bond develop between them over the past year. With quality pieces of literature, the stories come to life! These shared experiences have developed a love of learning that will last a lifetime. And for that, my heart is thankful. Here, they share a favorite book (The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book, from P4/5) at a favorite park. What better way to spend a summer evening?

— Leslie O., Noblesville, IN

We were hesitant to try homeschooling, but once we heard of Sonlight's money-back guarantee, we figured there was nothing to lose. It has since won us over and given us confidence to teach our children. We're now growing, learning verses, establishing a biblical worldview and tackling some harder issues – TOGETHER. I love that it's me and my husband doing all those things with them, soaking up our short time together, all in the same home. Sonlight was just what this mama wanted! Curious kids Toby (5, Core A) Marcus (2) and Jack (3) enjoy a Curious George storytime with Dad.

— James W., Sherwood, OR

"I'm heading off to college for the first time and can't help but feel a little jealous of my siblings, because they'll be doing Sonlight again this year," writes Kailey H of Marshfield, WI. "My family has loved learning so much since we started using Sonlight. History became my favorite subject, and I consumed all the books in each Core. I'm grateful for the in-depth Student Guides that forced me to think critically and caused me to formulate my own values. I feel well-prepared, and the thought of writing a college-level essay doesn't frighten me. I know I have the tools to be successful. Pictured are siblings Luke (15, Core 200), Abigail (13, Core H), Hope (10, Core G), and Mark (8, Core D).

— Charis H., Marshfield, WI

There isn't another curriculum on the market that compares to Sonlight. After years of using so many different types of curriculum and being frustrated and confused, a friend finally turned us on to Sonlight. What a difference it has made for us! Our children, who didn't like to read, suddenly couldn't wait to read. Sonlight brings together just the right amount of history, literature and writing exercises and bundles it with an incredible schedule packed with everything you need to teach your children. I've always worried about my ability to teach my children without a teaching degree. Thank you Sonlight for lightening that burden. Everything I need is right at my fingertips. In their third year of Sonlight, Jennifer (17) reads to Jacob (13) and Jillian (12) from Core W. 

— Carol S., Acworth, GA

Being extremely nervous about taking on this venture [of homeschooling], the Instructor's Guide was what did it for me! I needed detailed, specific instructions on what to do. It took all of the stress out of the day-to-day planning. Other homeschool moms were struggling with their own curriculums. They expressed stress, their children being uncooperative and on and on. And then they would ask me what I was using, and I would tell them about Sonlight. I almost felt guilty in telling them that we weren't struggling. My homeschool journey has been very pleasant and enjoyable. In her third year of Sonlight, Clara (6, Core B) reads to Mom, Dad, Kate (4, Pre-Kindergarten) and Canon (2). 

— Rebecca H., Lindale, TX

I have structure and direction with Sonlight, so we capitalize on every learning moment. I often get pressured about my choice to homeschool. Thanks to Sonlight, I'm confident that I'm doing the right thing for my girls. I'm learning how to teach as well, which helps melt away the frustration and allows me to be a great teacher and mom. Through Sonlight, I've learned a better approach to phonics, and it has made a world of difference. What I love most is that I don't have to force my kids to learn. Hannah (5, Kindergarten Multi-Subject) and Gracie (2, Preschool Multi-Subject) love learning their letters and words outdoors.

— Erin O., Amelia Court House, VA

We love the ministry/spiritual emphasis Sonlight puts in its programs. The whole atmosphere in our home has changed dramatically! More than seven years ago, I felt led to quit a great job to be a stay-at-home mom. This curriculum plays such an important role. I especially love overhearing them during play, using names of the characters and parts of the world we've studied. Family members who were skeptical about homeschooling, which is so unusual in our country, are amazed at their skills and knowledge. I can't say enough about how much we love and believe in Sonlight! After just one year of Sonlight, Aline (6), Aslan (3) and Grace (7), along with Mom, are addicted to literature!

— Linda M., Sturgis, MI

We have seen the truth of Sonlight's claim that children learn history better when they learn it in the form of a story. Because of Sonlight's Readers and Read-Alouds, our kids have a better grasp and wider knowledge base of historical events at the end of middle school than their parents did at the end of college (due to our [non-Sonlight] textbook-style memorization of facts – facts that were soon forgotten or muddled because they weren't part of a story). Vashti (14) mentioned that some of her friends hate studying history. She said, 'If only they could learn history the Sonlight way, they'd love it like I do!' In her eigthth year of Sonlight, Vashti devours a biography from Core H that brings the Iron Curtain era to life.

— Jennifer W., Richardson, TX

Sonlight has given us the way to provide a quality, personalized education at a fraction of the cost of private school tuition. One Sonlight Core is the equivalent of one month of tuition for three children at an average private school in our city. I love that Sonlight provides everything I need for the year in one box full of wonderful books. I never thought I would have the type of kids who beg to do school. But two weeks into our summer break, they were begging to start up again! Here, Rebekah and Aliyah (both 8), and Becket (6) show off their geography skills. They are sharing P4/5 and Core B in their second year of Sonlight. 

— Catharine L., Austin, TX

Not only have we experienced the academic benefits of using Sonlight in our homeschool journey, we've also had the delight of watching this curriculum impact our children's character. When we began eight years ago, little did we know that the seeds planted by Sonlight's inspirational biographies and stories of diverse cultures would sprout up children who long to let God use their lives for His glory. Because of Sonlight, we're watching our children become more aware of the world around them, more sensitive to the needs of hurting people and more confident that God can, and will, use anyone willing to obey His call. Tatum (13) shares one of her Sonlight favorites with Josiah (3), AJ (5) and Greta (10).

— Christy G., Joplin, MO

I am officially convinced that Sonlight has the most fun science program ever! Sonlight science encourages a curiosity about God's creation and a love of learning about it. It is perfect for our boys because it has a good mix of reading, worksheets, outside discovery and hands-on experiments. It is designed in a way that we can all do the same things together, and the teachers manual makes the lesson planning so easy. In their first year of Sonlight, Zachary (5) and Anthony (4) are quite proud of the seedlings they grew with their Science A program. 

— Rachel C., Woodstock, ON