Here’s our year-long toddler/preschool curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards while incorporating faith-based learning from Train Up a Child TV Show. It’s structured into themes covering key developmental areas.

Train Up a Child: Year-Long Preschool/Toddler

For Ages 2-5 | Faith-Based Learning | Interactive & Engaging

🏡 Core Learning Areas

✅ Biblical Foundation (Jesus stories, scripture memorization, character building)

✅ Language & Literacy (Alphabet, phonics, early reading, storytelling)

✅ Math & Problem-Solving (Numbers, counting, patterns, early addition/subtraction)

✅ Science & STEM (Nature, seasons, weather, simple experiments)

✅ Social & Emotional Growth (Kindness, sharing, self-control, friendships)

✅ Fine & Gross Motor Skills (Handwriting, arts & crafts, movement activities)

✅ Music & Creative Expression (Singing, instruments, dancing, dramatic play)

✅ Life Skills & Independence (Manners, daily routines, responsibility)

📅 Learning Plan📅

📖 God’s Creation & Back to Basics

Bible Focus: Creation Story (Genesis 1)

Language: Recognizing and tracing letters A-E

Math: Counting 1-10, sorting by color/shape

Science: Nature walks, seasons

Social Skills: Listening, taking turns

🍂 All About Me & My Family

Bible Focus: God made me special (Psalm 139:14)

Language: Letters F-J, name recognition

Math: Patterns, number sequencing (1-20)

Science: My five senses

Life Skills: Daily routines, hygiene

🎨 Colors, Shapes & God’s Promises

Bible Focus: Noah’s Ark (Genesis 6-9)

Language: Letters K-O, rhyming words

Math: Shapes in everyday life, basic graphs

Science: Mixing colors, floating/sinking

Fine Motor: Cutting with scissors, tracing

🦃 Thankfulness & Harvest Time

Bible Focus: Giving thanks (1 Thessalonians 5:18)

Language: Letters P-T, storytelling

Math: Counting 1-30, one-to-one correspondence

Science: Life cycle of a pumpkin, weather changes

Social Skills: Saying “please” & “thank you”

🎄 The Birth of Jesus & Giving

Bible Focus: Jesus’ Birth (Luke 2)

Language: Letters U-Z, first sight words

Math: Simple addition with objects

Science: Winter animals, snow & ice

Life Skills: Acts of kindness

❄️ Winter Wonders & New Beginnings

Bible Focus: Jesus’ Miracles (Various stories)

Language: Letter review, early phonics blends

Math: Measurement, add, subtract, & comparing sizes

Science: Hibernation, states of water

Fine Motor: Buttoning, zipping, tracing letters

💖 Love, Friendship & God’s Love

Bible Focus: The Greatest Commandment (Matthew 22:37-39)

Language: Making simple sentences

Math: Counting by 2s, basic money concepts

Science: Healthy heart & body, nutrition

Social Skills: Friendship & kindness

🌱 Spring & New Life in Christ

Bible Focus: Resurrection Day (John 20)

Language: Beginning sounds, writing names

Math: Telling time (morning, afternoon, night)

Science: Plant life cycle, gardening

Music: Singing Bible songs

🌎 Our World, The Heavens & God’s Creation

Bible Focus: Caring for God’s Earth (Genesis 1:26)

Language: Reading short words, recognizing signs

Math: Simple graphing, more/less concepts

Science: Recycling, weather tracking

Fine Motor: Cutting & pasting

🐝 Insects, Animals & How God Made Them

Bible Focus: The Good Shepherd (John 10:11)

Language: Opposites, storytelling practice

Math: Basic subtraction/addition with objects

Science: Animal homes, insect life cycles

Social Skills: Obedience & listening

🌊 Ocean Exploration & Trusting God

Bible Focus: Jonah & the Whale (Jonah 1-3)

Language: Writing simple words, retelling stories

Math: Shapes in nature, number review

Science: Water & sink/float experiments

Life Skills: Dressing independently

☀️ Summer Fun & God’s Protection

Bible Focus: The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18)

Language: Reviewing all letters & early reading

Math: Counting to 100, intro to fractions

Science: Sun safety, weather patterns

Fine Motor: Cutting, lacing, tracing words

🌟 Why This Curriculum Works🌟

✅ Hands-On Learning → Active, play-based exploration

✅ Faith-Based Focus → Bible stories, scripture memorization

✅ Comprehensive & Age-Appropriate → Meets U.S. preschool learning standards

✅ Flexible for Homeschoolers → Adaptable to your child’s pace

This curriculum ensures toddlers & preschoolers learn essential skills while developing a strong Christian foundation.

Train Up a Child: Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs

For Ages 8–14 | Faith-Based Life Skills | Interactive & Practical

We specialize in high-quality, engaging, and age-appropriate learning resources designed specifically for foundational career readiness, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship skills. Our goal is to make real-world preparation both exciting for children and effortless for educators and homeschool parents. Our comprehensive product line includes: Career & Entrepreneurship Workbooks: Carefully structured printables and physical workbooks focusing on basic economics, how to start a business, budget management, how to create a resume, how to prepare for your first job, interviewing skills and essential workplace communication. Interactive Online and Physical Books: Engaging readers and storybooks that introduce concepts of leadership, team building, financial literacy, and professional problem-solving from an early age. Instant Downloads and Physical Learning Kits: Skill-building flashcards, interview preparation guides, resume-building worksheets, and educational business games perfect for immediate use at home or in the classroom. Materials: Standards-aligned lesson plans, real-world thematic unit studies, project-based learning rubrics, and career-readiness trackers to support educators in delivering impactful life-skills instruction.

Core Learning Areas:

• Biblical Stewardship: Biblical views on money, work ethic, generosity, and integrity.
• Financial Literacy: Budgeting, saving, investing, debt, and how money works.
• Entrepreneurship: Ideation, market research, business planning, and marketing.
• Career & Professionalism: Resume writing, interview skills, and workplace communication.
• Digital Literacy & Tech: Safe internet use, AI basics, and digital creation.
• Critical Thinking & Grit: Problem-solving, handling failure, and time management.

* Foundations of Work & Stewardship (Month 1)

• Bible Focus: The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30)—Using what God gave you.
• Financial Literacy: What is money? Earned income vs. gifts/allowance.
• Career Readiness: Understanding different industries and career paths.
• Life Skills: Goal setting (SMART goals) and time management.

* Budgeting & The Three Buckets (Month 2)

• Bible Focus: Honoring God with your wealth (Proverbs 3:9-10).
• Financial Literacy: Creating a "Give, Save, Spend" budget; needs vs. wants.
• Math Connection: Percentages and tracking expenses.
• Life Skills: Opening a student bank account and understanding debit cards.

* The Spark: Business Ideation (Month 3)

• Bible Focus: Hard work brings profit (Proverbs 14:23).
• Entrepreneurship: Brainstorming business ideas (e.g., lawn care, crafts, tutoring).
• Critical Thinking: Identifying problems in the community and creating solutions.
• Social Skills: Public speaking and pitching an idea.

* Brand Building & The Business Plan (Month 4)

• Bible Focus: Counting the cost before building (Luke 14:28).
• Entrepreneurship: Creating a simple one-page business plan and calculating startup costs.
• Tech & Design: Basic branding, logo design (using Canva), and catchy business names.
• Math Connection: Intro to profit margins (Cost of Goods Sold vs. Pricing).

* Marketing & Digital Citizenship (Month 5)

• Bible Focus: Let your light shine / Honesty in business (Proverbs 11:1).
• Entrepreneurship: Marketing basics (word of mouth, flyers, social media safety).
• Digital Literacy: Internet safety, digital footprints, and email etiquette.
• Life Skills: Creating a basic flyer or digital graphic.

* The Launch & Customer Service (Month 6)

• Bible Focus: Serving others with a joyful heart (Colossians 3:23-24).
• Entrepreneurship: Running a "Pop-Up Shop" or launching the service/product.
• Social Skills: Customer service, active listening, handling difficult situations.
• Financial Literacy: Making change, tracking sales, and basic bookkeeping.

* Professional Me: Resume Writing (Month 7)

• Bible Focus: Developing a good reputation (Proverbs 22:1).
• Career Readiness: Writing a first resume (highlighting chores, grades, sports, volunteer work).
• Language Arts: Action verbs, professional formatting, and proofreading.
• Tech Skills: Formatting a document in Google Docs or Microsoft Word.

* The Interview & Communication (Month 8)

• Bible Focus: Speaking with grace and wisdom (Colossians 4:6).
• Career Readiness: Mock interviews, body language, eye contact, and dressing for success.
• Social Skills: Shaking hands, introducing oneself confidently, and writing thank-you notes.
• Critical Thinking: Answering behavioral interview questions ("Tell me about a time you failed").

* Growing Money: Intro to Investing (Month 9)

• Bible Focus: Diversifying and planning for the future (Ecclesiastes 11:2).
• Financial Literacy: Compound interest, the stock market basics, and inflation.
• Math Connection: Simple vs. compound interest formulas.
• Critical Thinking: The difference between investing and gambling/get-rich-quick schemes.

* The Debt Trap & Smart Shopping (Month 10)

• Bible Focus: The borrower is servant to the lender (Proverbs 22:7).
• Financial Literacy: How credit cards, loans, and interest work.
• Life Skills: Comparison shopping, reading product reviews, and avoiding impulse buys.
• Math Connection: Calculating discounts and sales tax.

* Kingdom Giving & Philanthropy (Month 11)

• Bible Focus: God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7).
• Financial Literacy: Tithing, supporting missionaries, and local charity work.
• Social Skills: Organizing a community service project or charity drive.
• Life Skills: Seeing wealth as a tool to bless others, not just self-gain.

* Capstone: Showcase & Graduation (Month 12)

• Bible Focus: Well done, good and faithful servant (Matthew 25:21).
• Life Skills: Presentation of business profits or career portfolios to family/friends.
• Reflection: Reviewing lessons learned from failures and successes throughout the year.
• Celebration: Certification of completion.

Why This Curriculum Works:

• Real-World Application: Kids don't just learn theory; they build actual resumes and start real (or mock) micro-businesses.
• Future-Proof Skills: Combines timeless biblical wisdom with modern digital and financial tools.
• Builds Confidence: Shifts kids from passive consumers to active producers and problem solvers.
• Differentiated Learning: Easily scalable—8-year-olds can focus on simple chores/neighborhood businesses, while 14-year-olds can dive into digital products and advanced budgeting.