Is Global Explorers Right for Your Family? 10 Questions to Help You Decide

Choosing a homeschool curriculum can be daunting.

Trying to find something that fits your family’s learning style and values can feel overwhelming, especially when there are so many wonderful options to choose from.

I know our curriculum isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay.

Our approach incorporates geography, literature, art, science, and culture through stories and hands-on exploration. It’s made for families who want to explore the world side by side and make lasting memories along the way.

Global Explorers isn’t a scripted, textbook-style curriculum; it’s a story-based, flexible framework your family can adapt to your own homeschool rhythm and routine.

Here are a few questions to help you decide whether this approach is a good fit for your family:

Do my children prefer learning through stories and hands-on projects rather than textbooks and worksheets?

Our open-ended lessons are built around living books, creative projects, and real-world experiences. They’re designed to encourage discussion and inspire a love of learning that lasts.

Am I looking for a flexible, family-style curriculum that works for multiple ages at once?

Each unit study is designed for family learning, so everyone can explore the same country together. Activities are flexible and easy to adjust to your child’s level.

Do we enjoy exploring new cultures through art, music, food, and folk tales?

Every unit includes a variety of cultural activities, from hands-on art projects and traditional crafts to music, folk tales, recipes, and games that help families explore each country’s unique traditions.

Am I comfortable using a variety of books and curated online resources instead of a single textbook?

I strongly believe that no single book can capture the richness of a country or culture. Our lessons draw from diverse voices, living books, videos, and hands-on resources to give families a more complete and meaningful picture of the world, one that goes far beyond an encyclopedia entry.

Do my children enjoy expressing what they learn through art, journaling, and creative projects?

Each unit encourages creative expression through mapping, journaling, writing, and art projects. As you explore different countries, you’ll create a beautiful scrapbook of memories filled with personalized maps, notebooking entries, written reflections, and keepsakes from your family’s adventures together.

Do I value teaching global awareness and character development?

Our lessons aim to help children better understand the world while building empathy, gratitude, and respect for people and traditions different from their own.

Am I comfortable with a flexible, open-ended format instead of a day-by-day script?

The Global Explorers program is intentionally open-ended. Each unit offers flexible lesson ideas and curated resources instead of a rigid day-by-day schedule, allowing families to explore at their own pace and follow their curiosity wherever it leads.

Am I interested in a cross-curricular program where geography, science, and language arts connect naturally?

Each Global Explorers unit helps children experience the world as a living story where science meets geography, and art and writing deepen understanding. Just as we are all interconnected, so too are the subjects we study.

Do I want to build family memories through shared projects?

Global Explorers was created to bring families together – reading stories, cooking recipes, creating art, playing games, and exploring different cultures, traditions, and ideas side by side. Every country study is an opportunity to learn and make lasting memories together.

Am I willing to guide discussion and follow my children’s curiosity?

Global Explorers is designed to open doors, not close them. Each unit offers a starting point, encouraging families to explore, discuss, and follow their own rabbit trails wherever curiosity leads.

If You Answered “Yes” to Most of These…

You’ll probably love the Global Explorers approach. Our curriculum was created for families who want to learn with their children, not just teach to them.

And If You Answered “No” to Several…

That’s okay too! There are many wonderful programs that take a more structured, textbook-based approach. What matters most is finding the one that supports your family’s goals.

No matter what you choose, I hope you find a curriculum that brings lots of joy-filled moments to your days with your children. 💛

Want to learn more about how Global Explorers began? Read The Story Behind Our Homeschool Geography Curriculum to see how our vision for story-based, hands-on learning came to life.

Still Deciding? Try a Free Unit First!

Choosing a new curriculum is a big commitment. That’s why we offer a free, full Kenya Unit Study so you can try out the Global Explorers approach firsthand. It’s a great way to see if our story-based, connection-driven learning style is right for your family.