Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the questions we hear most

Last updated May 27, 2026

Shopping

Are your books really used? They look new in the photos.

Most are used — some are gently used to barely used. We hand-grade every book before listing. Condition is shown on every product page (A — Like New, B — Good, C — Acceptable). The photo is usually the publisher's stock photo, not the specific copy you'll get.

Do you carry [specific publisher]?

Probably — we work with Memoria Press, BJU Press, Abeka, Apologia, Master Books, Saxon, Math-U-See, Singapore Math, and dozens more. Use Curriculum Finder or the shop filters to check.

Can you help me pick curriculum?

Yes! Take the free Curriculum Finder quiz, or book a consulting call for one-on-one help.

Shipping

How long does shipping take?

Most orders ship Media Mail and arrive in 4–10 business days. Need it faster? Pick Priority Mail (2–4 days) at checkout. See Shipping for full details.

Do you ship internationally?

Not currently. US 50 states only.

Returns

Can I return a used book?

Yes, within 30 days, as long as it's in the same condition we shipped it. Final-sale and clearance items aren't returnable. See Returns.

Buyback / trade-in

How does the buyback work?

Bring books to the store OR fill out the Trade-In form. We scan and price each book. You'll get an email offer; if you accept, we pay you in store credit on your Lightspeed customer account.

Why store credit instead of cash?

Because we're a small bookstore, not a check-writing service! Store credit keeps the books circulating in the homeschool community and doesn't expire.

Can I trade in something you didn't sell me?

Absolutely. Any homeschool curriculum or supplemental book in usable condition (A, B, or C grade) is welcome.

Account

Do I need an account to buy?

You'll need one to track orders or use the wishlist. Checkout itself is fast — create an account during checkout if you don't have one.

Where's my store credit balance?

Log in and check your Account page. Credit issued through buyback shows up after the store confirms your acceptance.

Other

Do you offer gift cards?

Coming soon!

Do you have a physical store?

Yes — 571 S Edmonds Ln, Lewisville TX 75067. Stop by during open hours. Call (972) 219-8812 to confirm hours.

Still have questions?

Email info@thehomeschoolhub.net — we usually reply within one business day.