How do I actually use Campfire?
Think of Each Campfire Unit Like a Chapter
Imagine two families studying biology:
One family buys the full textbook in one volume.
Another family buys all ten chapters individually.
The information is still the same.
That’s how Campfire works. Each unit is like one (or many) fully immersive, exciting chapters. You typically choose 6–8+ units for the year.
Visual comparison
Same academic coverage. Different experience.
Scroll left/right to compare a traditional textbook with Campfire’s unit-style approach.
Campfire units contain as much content as a traditional yearly textbook.
Step 2
Decide how you want to use it.
Single Subject
Some units are designed for one subject only.
Full Curriculum
Multi-subject units include Core Connections Companions that integrate ELA, writing, history, geography, science, Bible, critical thinking, etc.
Math is the not included.
Step 3
One topic. Multiple ages covered.
Families with multiple ages can study together while each child uses the guidebook written for their level (growing = elementary, middle; advanced = beginning high school and college-prep).
The main learning stays the same. The depth changes.
Step 4
Open it and begin.
You do not need a teacher’s guide. Absolutely everything you need is right inside the unit itself. Follow it. We designed it to be a blessing to homeschool parents, so no unnecessary added weight is on your shoulders.
Lessons, notebooking, assignments, projects, discussion prompts, writing, and applications are already built into the unit.
Step 5
Documenting.
Students keep notebooks, portfolios, project records, summaries, or completed assignments for state requirements and transcripts.
High school students can reference the product page under Transcript Help for suggested credits. You can also visit our Brochure (updated yearly) and High School Help Page for a quick overview of which units cover which topics.
Step 6 – ENJOY LEARNING!
