I bought several curriculum books when we started homeschooling last year. Some my son liked, some I liked, and some bored both of us to tears. After a year, I finally feel like I know what we will both be happy with in terms of curriculum.

This is what we currently use:

Spelling Workout
Wordly Wise
Rod & Staff English (some religious content)
Minimus Latin
Math 4 by Greg Sabouri
Story of the World - history
Writing with Ease by Bauer
Art/Music - library books
Science - tutor

We belong to two homeschool co-ops and I can tell you I've never come across two moms who homeschool the exact same way. Curriculum choices and schedules vary widely. However, one thing is the same...all the moms I know are trying to do the very best for their children.

I wish you the best of luck! Homeschooling has been a very rewarding experience for us and I hope the same will hold true for you!