7th Grade Homeschool Curriculum and Tutoring Aligned with NJ SLS


Need help to homeschool your 7th grader? Our expert tutors follow New Jersey’s learning standards and offer personalized math, reading, and writing support online or in person across New Jersey.

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We Make 7th Grade Homeschooling Easier for Parents and Kids

Homeschooling 7th grade can feel like a big leap—there’s more pressure, more advanced subjects, and often less time to figure it all out. That’s why so many families turn to Genie Academy for support that fits their needs.

Our program is designed to help both students and parents feel confident. We offer tutoring in core subjects like math, reading, and writing, aligned with New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS). Whether your child is struggling to keep up or needs some extra guidance, our experienced coaches break things down in a way that makes learning feel manageable and enjoyable.

You can choose between online or in-person sessions at one of our New Jersey locations. We work with your schedule, weekday mornings, afternoons, or whenever learning fits best into your day. And the best part? We personalize everything. Every child learns differently, and we make sure our approach works for yours.

Common Struggles in Homeschooling 7th Grade (and How We Support You)

 

1. Teaching More Advanced Subjects
By 7th grade, subjects like pre-algebra, literary analysis, and essay writing started to feel more demanding. Our expert tutors break down complex topics into easy-to-understand steps, helping your child build skills without feeling overwhelmed.

2. Keeping Your Child Engaged
Middle schoolers crave independence and may push back on structure. We keep learning interactive and focused, with one-on-one attention that keeps your child motivated, involved, and steadily moving forward.

3. Balancing Homeschooling with a Busy Life
Between work, home responsibilities, and other kids, homeschooling can feel like a lot to handle. We offer flexible scheduling, including weekday mornings and afternoons, so learning fits your lifestyle, not the other way around.

5. Teaching What You’re Not Comfortable With
Not every parent feels equipped to teach things like figurative language or ratios and proportions. That’s okay—our trained coaches are here to support your child in those tricky areas and take the pressure off you.

6. Knowing If Your Child Is on Track
Without formal grades or school benchmarks, it’s hard to tell if your child is truly progressing. We provide regular updates, skill assessments, and ongoing feedback so you always know how they’re doing.

7th Grade Homeschool Curriculum Aligned with NJ SLS

Our 7th-grade curriculum covers the key subjects your child needs to succeed and keeps learning clear, supportive, and easy to follow. Here’s a quick look at what we focus on:

Homeschool Math

  • Working with Negative Numbers
    Seventh grade introduces deeper work with negative values. Students practice adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing negative numbers in multi-step problems.
  • Algebraic Equations and Expressions
    We teach students to solve algebraic equations and inequalities, including one-, two-, and multi-step problems. This lays the foundation for high school algebra and builds critical thinking skills.

  • Conversions and Percent Applications
    Students learn to convert between fractions, decimals, percentages, and ratios and solve real-world word problems involving discounts, tax, percent change, and unit conversions.

  • Geometry, Volume, and Surface Area
    We go beyond basic shapes to teach the area and volume of complex 2D and 3D figures, like trapezoids, spheres, and cylinders. Students also learn how to use a protractor and apply formulas with confidence.

Homeschool Reading

  • Nonfiction Text Features
    Students explore how glossaries, indexes, tables, captions, and other features help organize nonfiction content, especially useful as they prepare for research-based writing.

  • Literary Analysis Skills
    We go deeper into character development, types of conflict, and points of view across multiple genres. Students learn how to analyze stories and explain what makes them effective.

  • Understanding the Author’s Craft
    We introduce literary tools like foreshadowing, allusion, and dialogue, helping students recognize how authors enhance their writing—and how to spot these tools in action.

  • Figurative Language in Action
    Students identify and interpret similes, metaphors, idioms, and more, building a stronger grasp of how language shapes meaning in both poetry and prose.

Homeschool Writing

  • Essay Writing Structure
    We teach the classic five-paragraph essay format, guiding students through strong introductions, thesis statements, evidence-based body paragraphs, and thoughtful conclusions.

  • Opinion and Persuasive Writing
    Your child will learn to clearly express their views, support their ideas with facts, and anticipate counterarguments in structured opinions and persuasive essays.

  • Informative Writing & Research Skills
    Students dig into research-based writing by gathering facts, citing sources, and creating informative essays that teach the reader about a specific topic while learning how to organize their findings effectively.

  • Using Evidence from Text
    As students prepare for high school-level writing, they’ll practice quoting from texts to support their arguments. We help them build skills in summarizing, paraphrasing, and citing.

How We Make Homeschooling 7th Graders Easier

Personalized Support from Expert Tutors
Our coaches don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Every student gets a learning plan tailored to their strengths, challenges, and pace to thrive in math, reading, and writing truly.

Clear, Structured Lessons
Whether your child is learning online or in person, our sessions are designed to be easy to follow, engaging, and supportive, taking the pressure off you and your child.

Regular Progress Updates
You’ll never be left wondering how things are going. We provide regular feedback and assessments so you can see your child’s growth and know where they’re succeeding or need extra help.

Flexible Scheduling That Works for You
We offer sessions during homeschool-friendly hours like weekday mornings and early afternoons, making it easier to fit tutoring into your family’s schedule.

7th Grade Homeschool Deals & Off-Peak Discounts

Homeschooling your 7th grader should be flexible and affordable. That’s why we offer special pricing during off-peak hours like weekday mornings and early afternoons. These quiet times are ideal for focused, one-on-one learning and help you save while giving your child the academic support they need. It’s a win-win for your schedule and your budget.

Homeschool Curriculum For Every Child

Homeschool Program for Kindergarten 

We make homeschooling smoother with playful learning, ready-to-use materials, and tutoring support when you need an extra hand.

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Homeschool Program for Elementary 

We provide engaging courses, interactive materials, and tutoring support to make learning effective for young learners.

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Homeschooling Programs for Middle Schoolers 

Middle schoolers in our homeschooling program can access engaging courses, worksheets, books, and personalized tutoring to enhance their learning experience.

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Homeschooling Programs for High Schoolers 

Prepare high schoolers for success with comprehensive courses, study materials, and expert tutoring for every subject.

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Our Students’ Success Stories
“Set up a schedule, have a visual reminder, and stick with it to the best of your ability.”

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Genie Academy Homeschooling Locations

Genie Academy excels in developing your child's ability to learn, focus, retain lessons, comprehend and
unlock creativity. Genie Academy benefits your child and helps with building self-confidence.

East Brunswick, NJ
275 NJ-18, Suite 1
East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Hillsborough, NJ
650 Route 206,Building 1, Unit 120,
Hillsborough, NJ 08844.

Marlboro, NJ
12 U.S. 9, Unit 106
Morganville, NJ 07751

South Brunswick, NJ
3000 Hwy 27, Unit 5
South Brunswick, NJ 08824

Plainsboro, NJ
10 Schalks Crossing Road
Plainsboro, NJ 08536

South Plainfield, NJ
5001 Hadley Road, Suite 212
South Plainfield, NJ 07080

$95 to $200

Meet Our Team

At Genie Academy, we believe in providing the best learning experience for your child. Our experienced teachers are committed to helping children succeed in reading, writing, math, and coding.

Genie Academy coaches are committed to our mission of uncovering your student's genius. They are dedicated, passionate, exciting, and motivating. Our coaches are committed to making the Genie Academy experience fun for kids.

Frequently Asked Questions

Discover our Frequently Asked Questions section to get detailed answers to the questions we encounter most often and make sure you have all the information you need.

Absolutely. Many families come to us mid-year or after trying other options. We’ll assess where your child is and build a plan that fits your current schedule and learning needs—no need to start from scratch.

Yes! We work with many families who are new to homeschooling. We’ll walk you through how our program works, explain how it aligns with New Jersey Student Learning Standards, and help you build a structure that works for your family.

You’ll receive regular feedback from our coaches so you always know how your child is doing. We keep you in the loop with assessments, progress reports, and personalized insights to support your homeschool journey.

Getting started is simple! Just reach out to us through our website or give us a call. We’ll schedule a consultation to learn more about your child’s needs, explain how our program works, and recommend the best next steps. Whether you’re looking for full curriculum support or subject-specific tutoring, we’ll help you get everything set up.

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