Blending life skills with academics to support educators and learners everywhere.

Are you wondering…

  • “Is my student really prepared for independence?”
  • “Which skills need the most attention right now?”
  • “How do I know if they’re making progress with life skills?”

Start tracking life skills now!

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At Life Prep Curriculum, we’re all about helping educators and homeschoolers connect the dots between academic learning and real-life skills. Our goal? To help students grow into capable, confident adults ready to thrive in the world.

Bridging learning Gaps:

We help you bridge the gap between classroom lessons and real-world applications. Think practical skills meets academic success—it’s the best of both worlds.

Diverse Learning simplified:

Every student learns differently. That’s why we design resources to fit a variety of teaching styles and learning needs—so every learner can shine.

Empowering Educators:

Whether you’re homeschooling or teaching in a classroom, our tools are designed to save you time, reduce stress, and make teaching life skills easier.

Future-focused learning:

From personal finance to critical thinking, our curriculum is all about preparing students for the challenges (and opportunities) of tomorrow.

Explore Our Latest Insights on Practical Learning:

Transform Everyday Chores into Lifelong Lessons
Life Skills Education

Transform Everyday Chores into Lifelong Lessons

Could the simple act of folding laundry teach your child more than an hour of homework? When we transform practical chores into learning opportunities, we’re not just getting help around the house—we’re preparing our kids for real life in ways textbooks simply can’t.Imagine your child confidently measuring ingredients while baking (hello, fractions!) or managing their…

Essential Hands-On Life Skills Every Student Should Learn (and How to Teach Them)
Life Skills Education

Essential Hands-On Life Skills Every Student Should Learn (and How to Teach Them)

Why Hands-On Life Skills Matter More Than Ever Preparing students for the real world goes discover how life skills and academics work together to create well-rounded students. While academic knowledge is essential, hands-on life skills— like sewing, gardening, and woodworking— are the ones that shape self-reliant, capable adults. I’ve seen firsthand how incorporating practical skills…

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Practical Academic Integration

How Real-World Math Lessons Transformed My Classroom

“Math is everywhere”—a phrase I repeated endlessly to disengaged students. But honestly, I could barely convince myself sometimes. Picture this: It’s some time over a decade ago (2011–2016, to be exact), and I’m in the classroom teaching middle or high school math. My students are slumped over their desks, half-awake, bored out of their minds….

Top Digital Platforms to Teach Life Skills to Teens
Digital Learning & EdTech for Life Skills

Top Digital Platforms to Teach Life Skills to Teens

Preparing teens for the real world takes more than textbooks and tests. They need practical skills like managing money, making decisions, and handling daily tasks. These aren’t always taught in schools, but with the right tools, you can fill the gap. Technology offers a simple, accessible way to teach life skills while keeping teens engaged….

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Financial Literacy for Teens

10 Strategies for Integrating Math and Budgeting into Your Curriculum

ByNicoleSmith Teaching students how to manage money through math lessons not only helps them in school but also prepares them for real-life financial independence. Here are 10 strategies to make budgeting a part of your math curriculum: Math is more than just solving equations—it’s a key skill for managing finances in the real world. Teaching…

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Parenting & Educator Support

Turn Everyday Chores into Essential Life Skills: A Practical Guide for Parents

Alright, folks, let’s dive into how you can turn everyday chores into a secret weapon for teaching your kids life skills. Yep, we’re talking about that pile of laundry and those dinner dishes. This guide is for all the parents and teachers out there wanting to make something more exciting out of the mundane. Spoiler…

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Welcome to Life Prep Curriculum

I’m Nicole, a former educator passionate about creating learning experiences that prepare students for the real world. After years in the classroom and witnessing the need for a more integrated approach, I launched Life Prep Curriculum to support educators of all types with resources that are both educational and practical.

Get started with the skills assessment tracker :

Perfect for educators and parents who want a simple, effective way to help students build time management, study, communication, and problem-solving skills.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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