ABCJesusLovesMe

by ABC Jesus Loves Mehttps://www.abcjesuslovesme.com/

Multi_subjectGrade Pre-K

About This Curriculum

A comprehensive, research-based Christian preschool curriculum for ages 1-5 that focuses on academics, development, and Bible learning through play-based activities.

What makes it unique: Offers both free online curriculum for families and comprehensive printed materials, with strong biblical foundation and play-based learning approach requiring minimal preparation

ABCJesusLovesMe: Comprehensive Christian Multi-Subject Preschool Program

ABCJesusLovesMe is a five-level Christian preschool curriculum for ages 1-5 that integrates Bible teaching with academics including reading readiness, math, science, and motor skills development. The program offers both free basic lesson plans and comprehensive paid curricula with play-based, hands-on activities designed to align with state standards.

Best for

Christian homeschooling families and preschools seeking a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate multi-subject curriculum for ages 1-5, particularly those wanting strong community support and budget-friendly options

Evaluation Criteria

3 strengths · 2 neutral · 1 insufficient evidence

Knowledge CoherenceStrength

The curriculum builds knowledge systematically across five developmental levels with clear progression. Content moves from basic concepts like colors and shapes to more complex skills like phonetic word families and beginning addition.

The program progresses from introducing alphabet and counting 1-10 in 2 Year to writing letters and numbers, counting to 40, and beginning addition in 5 Year, with each level building on previous learning

Individual Subject RigorStrength

Each subject area maintains age-appropriate rigor within the preschool scope. Academic expectations align with developmental stages while incorporating state standards.

The curriculum is described as 'research-based' and 'aligns with state standards' with specific academic benchmarks like learning letter sounds, writing numbers 0-9, and counting by 10s to 100

Cross Curricular IntegrationStrength

The curriculum naturally integrates subjects around developmentally appropriate themes and Bible stories. Each level connects Bible content, character development, academics, and life skills in coherent weekly lesson plans.

Reviews note how the program covers 'Bible, science, reading readiness, beginning reading, introductory math, handwriting, both fine and gross motor skills, character traits, self-care and manners' in integrated weekly lessons

Teacher TrainingNeutral

The curriculum provides extensive community support through active Facebook groups and creator involvement, along with comprehensive lesson plans. However, formal teacher training materials are not specifically mentioned.

Reviews highlight 'active social media groups for ABCJesusLovesMe where parents support one another' and note that 'the support that you get from fellow users and myself is what many consider our largest asset'

Direct InstructionNeutral

The curriculum provides structured lesson plans with clear objectives and activities, though emphasis is on play-based learning rather than formal direct instruction. Weekly lesson plans include detailed instructions for activities.

Reviews describe 'weekly lesson plans that are typically three pages long' with 'objectives and required supplies' and 'instructions in blocks under topics like Number, Poem, Book, and Development'

Retrieval PracticeInsufficient Evidence

The curriculum includes some repetitive elements like memory verses and songs, but specific retrieval practice and systematic review are not clearly emphasized.

The program includes 'memory verses, Bible songs, and poems' and uses 'videos with Bible songs, memory verse songs' for reinforcement, but comprehensive retrieval practice across all subjects is not detailed

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Key Facts
GradesGrade Pre-K
SubjectMulti_subject
PedagogyTraditional
Faith-BasedChristian
FormatDigital + Physical
PricingFree online basic curriculum for families; Complete physical curriculum bundles $95 per level (includes printed curriculum guide, workbook, and digital downloads); Institutional licenses required for non-family use with pricing based on number of children

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