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BibleProject (free videos, podcast and Classroom courses)Supplement

Free animated book-by-book overviews, theme videos, podcast and self-paced Classroom courses on the Bible.

Updated September 2026 · 8 sources

Grades4th–12th
TraditionEvangelical and Christ-centered; used across Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox churches
TranslationAny (not tied to a translation)
ApproachShort animated videos and online courses that trace the Bible's big story and themes
Who teachesThe program does the teaching
Parent prepLow (watch a video, read the passage, talk it through; Classroom courses add slides and notes)
Screen timeOnline
Video lessonsIncluded: animated videos and Classroom lessons are the core teaching
Cost$0: free videos, podcast and Classroom courses (donor-funded) (source)
Placement—

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What parents say

Homeschool parents and church reviewers praise the polished hand-drawn animation, the way each book is tied into the whole Bible story, and the fact that it is completely free. Common cautions are that it is a supplement rather than a full curriculum, some stories include violence or mature themes that need discernment with young children, and the podcast and Classroom courses can be dense. Reviewers also note it is light on daily-life application.

Parents love

  • Free, polished overview video for every book of the Bible
  • Classroom courses taught by scholars at your own pace
  • Helps older kids see how the whole Bible fits together

Common complaints

  • Not a complete curriculum: no daily plan, quizzes or grading
  • Some topics are mature or dense for younger children
  • Light on practical application; pair with Bible reading

Who it fits

Best for

  • Nondenominational. Cross-denominational, widely used across churches
  • Video or online lessons. Animated videos and online classes do the teaching
  • Read through the whole Bible. Overview video for every book plus theme videos
  • Yes, siblings together. Families watch the short videos together
  • Only one child. Works for one self-directed older student
  • Online. Runs online
  • Video lessons a big plus. Animated videos and Classroom lessons are the core teaching
  • Video lessons nice to have. Animated videos and Classroom lessons are the core teaching
  • Minimal: solo work. Older students can watch and study on their own
  • Some: 20–30 min daily. 5-10 minute videos fit a short daily slot

Less suited for

  • Mostly offline. Screen-based
  • Plenty: I teach it.

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Questions parents ask

Is BibleProject a full Bible curriculum?

No. We list BibleProject as a supplement: it's enrichment to use alongside a core program, not a full year of Bible on its own.

How does BibleProject teach the Bible?

BibleProject is described as short animated videos and online courses that trace the Bible's big story and themes. Parent prep: low (watch a video, read the passage, talk it through; Classroom courses add slides and notes).

What grades does BibleProject cover?

BibleProject covers grades 4th–12th.

How much does BibleProject cost?

$0: free videos, podcast and Classroom courses (donor-funded).

What Christian tradition is BibleProject written from?

Evangelical and Christ-centered; used across Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox churches.

Which Bible translation does BibleProject use?

Any (not tied to a translation).

Can siblings use BibleProject together?

Yes. Families watch the short videos together

Is BibleProject online?

Online. The program does the teaching.

Does BibleProject have a placement test?

We haven't found a placement test for BibleProject. Most Bible programs are chosen by grade range or by the book of the Bible you want to study.

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