Resources
A collection of links we’ve found useful on our own homeschool journey. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for something specific, we hope these help.
HSLDA — Homeschool Laws by State The most trusted resource for understanding homeschool requirements in every US state and territory. Their interactive map breaks down what’s required where you live, notification, testing, record-keeping, all of it, in plain language.
CambriLearn — Homeschooling in Kenya A clear overview of Kenya’s homeschool landscape, including how the Basic Education Act of 2013 applies, curriculum options, and how to register for national exams as a private candidate.
Kenya Basic Education Act 2013 — Full Text The actual legislation. Dense reading, but important to have if you’re homeschooling in Kenya and want to understand your legal footing directly from the source.
US Embassy Nairobi — Education & Culture Useful for American families living in Kenya — information on educational resources, cultural programs, and support for expat families navigating education abroad.
Rainbow Resource Center One of the largest homeschool supply stores, curriculum, manipulatives, art supplies, science kits, and more. Competitive prices and detailed product descriptions that actually help you choose.
Lakeshore Learning Hands-on learning materials, classroom supplies, and Montessori-friendly tools. Especially strong for early learners and manipulative-based math and science.
Art for Kids Hub Free video lessons in drawing, painting, and origami, taught by a dad alongside his kids. Warm, accessible, and great for all ages.
Practicing Musician Free, self-paced video lessons for 15 instruments. Designed for homeschool families and aligned with national arts standards.
Music in Our Homeschool No-prep, 15-minute music lessons from preschool through high school, appreciation, theory, and composer study. Built by a homeschool mom who’s also a music teacher.
KidsGardening.org Lesson plans, activity guides, and grants for teaching kids through gardening. Covers science, nutrition, and environmental stewardship through hands-on growing.
Rodale Institute — My First Garden Free gardening curriculum for young learners with video tutorials and step-by-step lesson plans. Easily adapted for homeschool.
Khan Academy Free, world-class education covering math, science, history, and more, for any age, anywhere in the world. One of the best free resources available to homeschool families on any budget.
Easy Peasy All-in-One Homeschool A complete, free homeschool curriculum covering every subject from kindergarten through high school. Built by a homeschool mom and used by families worldwide.
Outschool Live online classes taught by independent teachers covering nearly any subject you can imagine, from coding to creative writing to chess. Pay per class, no subscriptions required.
Smithsonian Learning Lab Free access to millions of resources from the Smithsonian’s museums, research centers, and archives. Create your own collections or use existing ones built by educators.
HSLDA Compassion Fund Financial assistance for homeschooling families facing hardship. If cost is a barrier to educating your children at home, this is a place to start.
HSLDA — Getting Started with Homeschooling If you’re brand new to homeschooling, start here. Answers the most common questions about withdrawing from school, choosing curriculum, record-keeping, transcripts, and diplomas.
Homeschool Africa — Kenya Resources specifically for homeschooling families in Kenya, including curriculum options, exam registration guidance, and connections to the growing Kenyan homeschool community.
National Museums of Kenya Kenya’s cultural heritage institution, exhibitions, educational programs, and archives covering the history and traditions of Kenya’s diverse communities.
Expat Exchange — Education in Kenya Practical guidance for expat families considering homeschooling in Kenya, including legal information, curriculum options, and community resources.
TCKA is built and led by two parents with graduate-level backgrounds in business and education. Between us, we bring experience in project management, curriculum design, cross-cultural leadership, and a shared conviction that children deserve an education as intentional as the world we expect them to inherit. We’re not a school board or an institution. We’re a family, raising learners today who lead tomorrow.
We started this micro homeschool because the alternatives stopped making sense, safety concerns, rising costs, shifting policies, and an education system that too often values conformity over capability. We wanted our children to develop real skills, real critical thinking, and a genuine responsibility for the world around them, as stewards, not spectators. We don’t take the ability to do this for granted. It’s a privilege, a lifestyle, and a door we hope to keep opening wider, for our children and for every child whose family is searching for something better.
Resources
“It takes a village to raise a child.” — African proverb
Simply Charlotte Mason Practical curriculum guides, book lists, and planning tools built around Charlotte Mason’s philosophy, living books, nature study, short lessons, and narration. A great starting point if this approach is new to you.
AmblesideOnline A completely free Charlotte Mason curriculum with detailed schedules, book lists, and a large library of original Charlotte Mason writings. Built and maintained by a generous volunteer community.
The Well-Trained Mind The cornerstone resource for classical education at home. Susan Wise Bauer’s guide walks you through the trivium, grammar, logic, rhetoric, year by year, subject by subject, from preschool through high school.
American Montessori Society History, philosophy, and research behind the Montessori method. Helpful for understanding the principles of independence, self-directed discovery, and prepared environments that shape Montessori education.
Association Montessori Internationale The international Montessori organization founded by Maria Montessori. Offers training, research, and a global directory of Montessori schools and programs.
Savanis Book Centre Art supplies, craft materials, CBC and international curriculum textbooks, and stationery, all available online with delivery across Kenya. A solid one-stop shop for homeschool families in Nairobi and beyond.
Peekaboo Kenya Educational supplies, classroom materials, crafts, and learning tools for younger children. Great for stocking up on hands-on Montessori-friendly materials and creative supplies.
Jumia Kenya — School Supplies Kenya’s largest online marketplace with a dedicated school supplies section, notebooks, art materials, calculators, science kits, and more. Pay on delivery available.
Text Book Centre One of Kenya’s most established bookshops with a wide selection of educational materials, children’s books, stationery, and art supplies. Locations in Nairobi and available online.
East Africa Christian Home-educators (EACH) The primary homeschool support network for families in East Africa. EACH organizes the annual Africa Home Education Conference and is actively involved in discussions around formalizing homeschool legislation in Kenya.
Elimu Nyumbani A Kenyan homeschool support organization connecting families across the country. The HSLDA Kenya page also provides a useful overview of the current legal landscape for homeschooling in Kenya.
Kamali Academy A resource for families seeking African-centered curriculum. Their guide on choosing culturally relevant education, recorded in Nairobi, is especially helpful for families who want their children’s learning to reflect African history and traditions.
CambriLearn — Homeschooling in Kenya A clear overview of Kenya’s homeschool landscape, including how the Basic Education Act of 2013 applies, curriculum options like CBC, IGCSE, and Cambridge, and how to register for national exams as a private candidate.
Homeschool Africa Tutoring, curriculum support, and resources for homeschooling families across Kenya. They offer IGCSE and A-Level programs and connect families in Nairobi, Mombasa, and other major cities.
Classical Conversations — East Africa The story of how classical education took root in Nairobi, written by the East Africa local representative. Inspiring reading for families interested in the classical model within an African context.