Torchlight is a secular, literature-based homeschool curriculum for Pre-K through Level 5. Its levels roughly correspond to grade levels, with flexible age ranges, and a placement tool recommends a suitable level. Level 1 includes 36 weeks of lesson plans across literature, poetry, vocabulary, history, mythology, science, art and music. It also provides linked book lists and media, library checklists, extension activities, literature primers, a year-long project and a vocabulary journal. Lessons use open-ended discussion and inquiry rather than questions aimed at a single correct answer. Families can use the optional weekly schedule or treat the material as a flexible checklist. Levels beyond Pre-K leave math and reading to programs chosen by the family, with recommendations provided. Downloads are available for 60 days, and the PDFs are non-refundable. Torchlight does not include assessments or accreditation. Plans are paid one-time purchases, with listed options from $15 to $62; the site’s general pricing note says from $32. There is no free plan or trial.
Who it is for
Torchlight may suit families seeking a secular, literature-based homeschool curriculum with parent guidance and flexible lesson pacing. Families must select separate math and reading programs for levels beyond Pre-K and source books and project supplies.
What is good
- Covers Pre-K through Level 5
- Level 1 includes 36 weeks of lessons
- Offers flexible weekly schedule or checklist use
- Includes parent guidance and offline access
- Level Placement Tool recommends a suitable level
What to know first
- No assessments or accreditation
- PDF downloads have a 60-day term
- Books and project supplies are needed separately
- No free plan or trial
Verdict
Torchlight offers a structured literature-based curriculum with a flexible schedule and extensive Level 1 materials.
Torchlight plans and pricing
All plansCompared on homeschool curriculum
- Free plan
- No
- Curriculum format
- hybrid
- Grade range
- Pre-K through Level 5; levels roughly correspond to grade levels, with flexible age ranges
- Lesson plans
- Yes
- Assessments included
- No
- Parent guidance
- Yes
- Offline access
- Yes
