AL Cover School Curriculum

8th Grade Homeschool Curriculum

Eighth grade is the bridge to high school, and this homeschool curriculum treats it that way. Math centers on linear equations and functions to set up Algebra I, writing turns into full argumentative essays, and science leans into physical science reasoning. Auto-graded work plus gradebook averages give you a clean picture of high-school readiness by spring.

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What Grade 8 Students May Study

Skills and topics build in a planned sequence across the year. Here's a taste of what's covered at this level:

  • 1Linear equations and functions
  • 2Exponents, roots, and the Pythagorean theorem
  • 3Argumentative and expository essays
  • 4Analyzing classic and modern texts
  • 5Forces, energy, and chemistry basics
  • 6U.S. history and civics
  • 7Note-taking and exam habits for high school

Everything Included

Online Lessons

Clear, sequenced lessons written to the student — organized by subject and unit so nothing gets skipped.

Auto-Graded Quizzes & Assignments

Work grades itself the moment your student submits, and scores flow straight into the gradebook.

Printable Workbooks & Worksheets

Print-and-go practice pages and workbooks with answer keys, where available for the grade.

Parent-Managed Gradebook

Auto-graded scores plus your own workbook and offline grades, rolled into per-subject averages.

AI Tutor in Supported Lessons

A tutor that knows exactly which lesson your student is on — it re-explains, asks questions, and guides practice. It's not a general chatbot.

Grade 8 Subjects

Every subject below is included with grade 8 access — counts come straight from the live curriculum.

Art

Foundations of Middle School Art for Grade 8

36 lessons · 36 auto-graded quizzes · 6 units

Unit 1: Elements of Art BasicsUnit 2: Principles of DesignUnit 3: Drawing Skills and ObservationUnit 4: Painting and Color ApplicationUnit 5: Sculpture and Mixed Media
See the full Art curriculum

Bible Studies

Bible Studies for Grade 8

6 lessons · 6 auto-graded quizzes · 3 units

Exploring the Old TestamentThe Life of JesusThe New Testament and Early Church
See the full Bible Studies curriculum

Bible Studies

Bible Studies Grade 8

6 lessons · 6 auto-graded quizzes · 3 units

Old Testament NarrativesNew Testament TeachingsFaith and Practice
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English Language Arts

Grade 8 Language Arts

24 lessons · 24 auto-graded quizzes · 8 units

Advanced Reading ComprehensionLiterary AnalysisVocabulary DevelopmentEssay Writing: Argument, Narrative, and InformativeGrammar and Style
See the full English Language Arts curriculum

Mathematics

Grade 8 Mathematics

24 lessons · 24 auto-graded quizzes · 8 units

Linear EquationsFunctionsGeometry: Pythagorean Theorem and TransformationsExponents and RootsScientific Notation
See the full Mathematics curriculum

Science

Physical Science

24 lessons · 24 auto-graded quizzes · 8 units

Matter and Its PropertiesChemical ReactionsForces and MotionEnergy: Kinetic and PotentialWaves and Sound
See the full Science curriculum

Social Studies

U.S. History: Foundations to Civil War

21 lessons · 21 auto-graded quizzes · 7 units

ColonizationAmerican RevolutionThe ConstitutionEarly GovernmentExpansion
See the full Social Studies curriculum

Not sure which grade level fits? Take a free homeschool placement test.

From the Parent Portal you can run an optional, adaptive placement test using real questions from the curriculum. It recommends the best starting grade per subject — a recommendation only, never a lock-in.

Simple Pricing for Grade 8

Per student. Every subject at the grade level is included with both options.

Monthly Access

$29.99/month per student

  • All subjects for your student's grade
  • Online lessons + auto-graded quizzes
  • Printable workbooks where available
  • AI Tutor included in supported lessons
  • Gradebook with parent-entered scores
  • Cancel anytime

One-Time Purchase

$299 per student, per grade

  • Permanent access to the purchased grade level
  • All subjects, lessons, quizzes & workbooks
  • AI Tutor included at no extra cost
  • Gradebook + parent-visible tutor transcripts
  • One payment — no recurring charges

Please note: Curriculum is a separate purchase from AL Cover School cover school enrollment. Buying curriculum does not enroll your child, and enrolling does not include curriculum.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

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