The 5 Love Languages in Your Homeschool

David Rausch
Creator of GO! Academy and GO! Curriculum

Every child is different — but the way we connect with them can make or break the
homeschool experience. According to The 5 Love Languages of Children by Gary
Chapman and Ross Campbell, when kids feel loved in their unique way, they
thrive — not just emotionally, but spiritually and academically.


So what does that look like in your homeschool?

  • Words of Affirmation: Speak encouragement over their efforts. “I’m proud of the way you kept trying!”
  •  Acts of Service: Help with tough assignments without frustration. It says, “You’re not alone.”
  •  Receiving Gifts: A small reward or note can communicate love on tough days.
  •  Quality Time: Set aside one-on-one time for learning or reading together.
  • Physical Touch: A hug after a hard lesson can work wonders.

Understanding your child’s love language helps you motivate, correct, and connect on a heart level. It changes how you discipline, how you praise, and how you teach.

Try This at Home
If you’re not sure which love language speaks loudest to your child, spend a day
intentionally trying all five — and watch which one lights them up.


How GO! Academy Can Help

GO! Academy’s flexible and interactive approach gives you room to personalize each lesson in ways that resonate with your child’s unique heart. It’s more than
curriculum — it’s a tool for connection.