β FAQπ¨οΈ Paper-first curriculumπ Grades 1β6
Your questions answered.
The first lesson of every subject is free β no account needed. Membership unlocks the full curriculum: all 40 lessons per subject, interactive reinforcement, clean printing, PDF downloads, kid profiles, and saved progress.
What HSEA actually is β and what it is not.
These are the questions parents ask most before they start.
Is HSEA screen-free?
No. It is screen-light. Paper comes first β that is where the real learning happens. The screen is used only after, briefly, for reinforcement activities and progress tracking. Technology has a place in HSEA β just not at the front of every lesson.
Is this just worksheets?
No. It is a structured lesson system. Every lesson includes a clear teaching sequence, focused paper practice, short on-screen reinforcement, and progress tracking per child. The paper is the core of the learning β not a supplement, and not the whole thing.
How is this different from other learning apps?
Most platforms are screen-first: tap an answer, get a reward, move on. Learning feels fast but retention is shallow. HSEA is the opposite β paper first, screen second. Your child reads, thinks, and writes before touching the device. That order is what makes the learning stick.
Do I have to use the screen activities?
No. Families can stay fully paper-based if they prefer. The on-screen activities are there to reinforce and save progress β they support the learning, they do not replace it.
Free access and membership
See what you get before you buy anything.
Are any lessons free?
Yes. The first lesson of every subject is free β no account needed, no credit card. That is 7 free lessons per grade β one per subject β so you can sample the full curriculum before committing.
What does membership unlock?
Membership unlocks the full HSEA workflow: interactive reinforcement activities, clean lesson printing, PDF downloads, kid profiles, and saved progress and scores per child.
What stays locked for members only?
Lessons 4β40 of every subject are members-only. So are the interactive activities, print and PDF tools, kid profiles, and saved progress.
Do I need an account for the free lessons?
No. The first lesson of every subject is accessible without an account. You only need an account to use membership features.
How to use HSEA
A simple routine that repeats across every grade and subject.
What is the recommended daily routine?
Paper first. Screen second.
- Browse the lesson online
- Print it (members)
- Teach and practice on paper β screen off
- Reinforce on screen and save progress
How long does a session take?
Most lessons are designed for a focused 40β50 minute session. If that is too long, split the lesson into two shorter parts β paper work in the morning, screen reinforcement later in the day.
How many subjects should we do each day?
Most families do one to three subjects per day. Start with one until the routine feels natural. The seven subjects in HSEA cover reading, writing, math, science, social studies, SEL, and tech.
Do I need to be a trained teacher?
No. Every lesson includes simple, step-by-step parent guidance. If you can follow the instructions and sit beside your child, you can run the lesson.
Grades, subjects, and curriculum
What grades are ready now?
All 6 grades are available now β Grades 1 through 6, each with 7 subjects and 280 lessons. That is 1,680 lessons covering the full elementary and middle-grade foundations. Start at the grade that best matches your child's current skill level β you can always adjust.
Is this a US curriculum?
It is skill-based and international. US grade labels are used because that is the most common way parents search. The lessons focus on universal foundational skills that apply anywhere.
What subjects are covered?
Every grade includes seven subjects: Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, SEL (Social & Emotional Learning), and Technology Literacy.
Can my child follow different grades for different subjects?
Yes β and this is one of the biggest advantages of homeschooling with HSEA. Your child can be in Grade 2 for Math and Grade 3 for Reading at the same time. No rules. Each subject moves at its own pace, because every child learns differently. That kind of flexibility simply does not exist in a traditional classroom.
Is HSEA for full-time homeschoolers only?
No. Some families use HSEA as their full homeschool curriculum. Others use it for after-school practice, summer learning, or targeted review in specific subjects.
Billing and refunds
Do you offer refunds?
Because membership unlocks printable, downloadable, and interactive features, purchases are generally non-refundable once activated.
Billing errors such as duplicate charges are always corrected β contact support and we will fix it.
Where can I compare plans and prices?
Visit the Pricing page for current membership options, what each plan includes, and the difference between annual and monthly billing.
Still have questions?
Try a free lesson first β no account needed. Or contact us anytime.