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Teaching Textbooks

Self-paced online lessons that teach, check and grade every problem.

Updated September 2026 · 8 sources

Grades3–12 (Math 3 to Pre-Calc)
ApproachScreen-based, independent
Who teachesThe program does the teaching
Parent prepVery low
Screen timeOnline
Video lessonsIncluded: animated video lesson for every lesson
FaithNo religious content
Cost$48.95 per student for a 12-month enrollment (Math 3); other levels priced separately (source)
PlacementFree placement tests
Printable test per level; if unsure, try the higher one first.

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What parents say

Parents consistently name it the easiest math to run: kids log in, learn and get graded without parent help, and many enjoy the format. The main concerns are that levels run about a grade behind other programs, that real-world math can get less practice, and that some explanations differ from how parents learned.

Parents love

  • Truly independent for kids
  • Automatic grading
  • Explains every problem

Common complaints

  • Runs about a grade behind
  • Less real-world application
  • Methods can confuse parents

Who it fits

Best for

  • Steady, about on pace. Gentle pace suits on-pace learners
  • Pictures and diagrams. Animated video explanations
  • Online. Runs online
  • Video lessons a big plus. Animated video lesson for every lesson
  • Video lessons nice to have. Animated video lesson for every lesson
  • Minimal: solo work. Built for kids to work on their own
  • Rusty. Lessons teach the concepts for you
  • Anxious about it. The program does the teaching
  • Lots of mixed review. Mixed review in every lesson

Less suited for

  • Mostly offline. Screen-based

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Questions parents ask

Is Teaching Textbooks spiral or mastery?

Teaching Textbooks is described as screen-based, independent. It's spiral: topics come back again and again with mixed review.

What grades does Teaching Textbooks cover?

Teaching Textbooks covers grades 3–12 (Math 3 to Pre-Calc).

How much does Teaching Textbooks cost?

$48.95 per student for a 12-month enrollment (Math 3); other levels priced separately. Prices were checked on publisher or retailer pages in September 2026; check current prices before buying.

Is Teaching Textbooks Christian or secular?

Teaching Textbooks is secular: it has no religious content.

Is Teaching Textbooks online?

Online. The program does the teaching.

Does Teaching Textbooks have a placement test?

Yes. Free placement tests. Printable test per level; if unsure, try the higher one first.

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