Tips for Downloading and Printing

The mission of The Good and the Beautiful is to make homeschool affordable and simple for families around the world.

Jenny Phillips, owner and founder of The Good and the Beautiful, strongly believes that any family should be able to homeschool their children using high-quality, character-building, family-strengthening curriculum. For this reason, we even offer some of our curriculum as FREE PDF downloads.  

Many families find that purchasing pre-printed curriculum saves them money, even when adding in international shipping costs. Be sure to factor in all printing and binding costs before printing from home or sending your downloaded curriculum to a printing company. Physical items purchased directly from The Good and the Beautiful are often less expensive and are higher quality.

If you choose to print your curriculum, use the suggestions on this page to make downloading and printing from home easier for you. Please be aware that each printer/system is unique and these suggestions may not work for everyone.

While all our courses come as both physical books or downloadable PDFs, some courses use online components or mobile apps. For answers to commonly asked questions about our apps, visit our Apps page.

Curriculum Downloading Help

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Free Downloads

How do I download the free courses?

Download files directly to a computer with a strong internet connection. Files are large and typically do not download or open easily on phones or tablets. 

Here are some more downloading tips:
  • Turn off pop-up blockers in your browser’s settings.
  • Our free Language Arts Levels K–8 and Math K–8 courses, as well as our Marine Biology science unit, can be found at goodandbeautiful.com/pages/free and will begin downloading automatically once you have entered your email address and clicked “Sign up and begin download.”
  • Free download files will appear through your browser’s download icon đź“Ą, which can be found in your browser’s menu bar. Click to open your “downloads in progress.” Once your file has completely downloaded, click the file to open it. If you cannot find your browser’s downloads, use your computer’s (not your browser’s) search bar and search “download” to open your downloaded files.

Why won’t my browser download the file?

Some internet browsers work better than others with our large files. If your download does not work, try downloading the file using a different browser.

Why won’t my file download on my mobile device?

  • Ad/pop-up blockers may be enabled on your device. Read “How to Disable Ad/Pop-Up Blockers” below for instructions.
  • Download files directly to a computer or laptop first, and then, if desired, transfer the download to your hard drive or cloud.
  • If you have used all 10 download attempts allowed, please contact our support team at support@goodandbeautiful.com, and they will be happy to send a new link.
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Purchased Downloads

How do I access my purchased downloads?

  • Log in to your account before completing your order at checkout for all purchases. This will allow you to view your order history and corresponding download links, and it ensures that you receive your digital downloads in your email.
  • Purchased downloads are accessible via links in your invoice email, which will arrive in your email inbox. If you do not see an email immediately after purchase, check your spam and junk folders. Be sure to add us to your contact list to ensure we will land in your inbox in the future. If you still do not see it, contact our support team at support@goodandbeautiful.com to have the invoice re-sent.
  • Please note that all PDF and MP3 purchases are final sale and cannot be exchanged, refunded, or canceled.

How do I save my purchased download?

  • Click on the download link in your invoice. The file will go to your Downloads folder.
  • Right click to Save As and save the download in the location of your choice.

Why won’t my file download on my mobile device?

  • Mobile devices do not always allow third-party downloads. Attempting to download onto a mobile device will likely cause your links to expire. If you have used all 10 download attempts allowed, or if your link has expired, please contact our support team at support@goodandbeautiful.com, and they will be happy to send a new link.
  • Ad/pop-up blockers may be enabled on your device. Read “How to Disable Ad/Pop-Up Blockers” below for instructions.
  • Download files directly to a computer or laptop first, and then, if desired, transfer the download to your hard drive or cloud.

How to Disable Ad/Pop-Up Blockers

  • Safari—Disable Ad/Pop-Up Blockers

    1. In the upper left-hand corner of your Safari browser, click Settings for goodandbeautiful.com.
    2. A “Visiting goodandbeautiful.com” window will appear.
    3. Go to the Pop-up windows section and change Blocked to Allow.
    4. Your download should begin in a few moments.
    5. Check your Downloads folder for the files.
    6. If the files do not download, re-enter your email and click Sign up and begin download.

  • Chrome—Disable Ad/Pop-Up Blockers

    1. In the top right-hand corner of your Chrome browser, click the three dots.
    2. Click on Settings > Privacy and security > Site settings > Pop-ups and redirects.
    3. In the Allowed to send pop-ups and use redirects section, click the Add button.
    4. Type “goodandbeautiful.com” in the box and click Add.
    5. Return to your previous goodandbeautiful.com tab.
    6. Your download should begin in a few moments.
    7. Check your Downloads folder for the files.
    8. If files do not download, re-enter your email and click Sign up and begin download.

  • Microsoft Edge—Disable Ad/Pop-Up Blockers

    1. In the upper right-hand corner of your Edge browser, click the three dots.
    2. Click Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Site permissions > All permissions > Pop-ups and redirects.
    3. In the Allowed to send pop-ups and use redirects section, click Add site.
    4. Type “goodandbeautiful.com” in the box and click Add.
    5. Return to your previous goodandbeautiful.com tab.
    6. Your download should begin in a few moments.
    7. Check your Downloads folder for the files.
    8. If files do not download, re-enter your email and click Sign up and begin download.

Opening and Saving Downloads on Desktop

What is a compressed or zipped folder?

Our free course files are large and arrive as a compressed or zipped folder. You will need to unzip the file in order to view or print it. We recommend saving the file on your hard drive, flash drive, or cloud once it has been downloaded and opened for continued access without the need to download the file again.

  • How to Open a Zip File in Windows

    1. Right Click the folder and select Extract All.
    2. A new window will open. Select the Destination for where you would like to save the folder or file.
    3. Click Extract, and the folder or file will save to the destination unzipped and ready to be opened.

  • How to Open a Zip File From a Mac

    Double Click the folder or file. The folder or file is now unzipped, and you can open, move, or save it.

Opening and Saving Downloads on Mobile Device

Our curriculum files are large. We recommend downloading the files on a computer or laptop and transferring them to your mobile device. If that is not possible, follow the directions below.

  • iPhone or iPad

    Option 1: Using Safari (Recommended)

    1. Go to goodandbeautiful.com/free in Safari.
    2. Tap your chosen course and enter your name and email.
    3. Tap Join List and Receive Download to begin download.
    4. Safari will automatically download the file to your iCloud Drive or iPhone Storage.
    5. Track the progress using the downward arrow icon at the top of your screen.

    Tip: Large zip files will continue downloading even if you minimize Safari.

    Option 2: Using Chrome

    1. Open Chrome and go to goodandbeautiful.com/free.
    2. Enter your email and tap Join List and Receive Download.
    3. Tap Download or Open In at the bottom of the screen.
    4. Select Save to Files from the menu.
    5. Choose your desired folder and tap Save in the top right corner.

    How do I open and view the files on an iPhone or iPad?

    1. Open the built-in Files app on your device.
    2. Locate the downloaded zipped file in your folders.
    3. Tap once on the zipped file to extract it automatically.
    4. Tap the new folder that appears next to it.
    5. Select the PDF curriculum file you want to view.

  • Android or Tablet

    Option 1: Using Chrome (Recommended)

    1. Go to goodandbeautiful.com/free in Chrome.
    2. Tap your chosen course and enter your name and email.
    3. Tap Join List and Receive Download and begin download.
    4. Chrome will automatically download the file to your device’s Downloads folder.
    5. Track progress by swiping down from the top of your screen to see the notification, or tap the downward arrow icon in Chrome’s toolbar.

    Note: Large zip files will continue downloading even if you minimize Chrome.

    Option 2: Using Firefox or Samsung Internet

    1. Open your browser and go to goodandbeautiful.com/free.
    2. Tap your chosen course and enter your name and email.
    3. Enter your email and tap Join List and Receive Download.
    4. Tap Download when prompted.
    5. If asked where to save, choose your Downloads folder (or select a different folder if you prefer) and tap Save.

    How do I open and view files on an Android or tablet?

    1. Open the Files app on your device (this may be called Files by Google, My Files, or File Manager, depending on your device).
    2. Go to the Downloads folder and locate the zipped file.
    3. Tap the zipped file, then tap Extract (or Unzip) to extract it automatically.
    4. Open the new folder that appears next to it.
    5. Select the PDF curriculum file you want to view.

    Note: If you don’t see an Extract option, download the free Files by Google app from the Google Play Store—it adds this feature to any Android device.

Digital Music MP3s

All of our music is sent to you digitally through emailed ZIP files. Much of our music comes with the option to play each song individually or to play songs as a set. Simply unzip and save, transfer, or open the files on your phone using the instructions included in this document.

Saving Files

We recommend saving the file on your hard drive, flash drive, or cloud once it has been downloaded and opened. This allows continued access without the need to download the file again.

Copyright

Once you have purchased a file, it is yours to use within your household. The resale or transfer of any of The Good and the Beautiful PDF or MP3 files (including free downloads and paid downloads) is illegal and strictly prohibited. All customers must purchase and download the PDF or MP3 versions of our products directly from our website.

Printing Helps

Many families find that purchasing pre-printed curriculum saves them money, even when adding in international shipping costs, so be sure to factor in all printing and binding costs before printing from home or sending your downloaded curriculum to a printing company. Physical items purchased directly from The Good and the Beautiful are often less expensive and are higher quality.

The Good and the Beautiful cannot be held responsible for any costs incurred with at-home printing or sending files to be printed. By printing at home, through a printing company, or any other method of self-printing, the customer is agreeing to pay any and all costs incurred.

Printing Full-Page Content

How do I print my course at home?

  • All courses can be printed single- or double-sided. Pre-printed courses are all printed double-sided, and files include blank pages to allow for cutting activities on double-sided pages. 
  • To print double-sided, print the unit or course without the cover. This ensures that the pages print correctly back-to-back. Then print the cover separately.
  • After opening in Adobe Acrobat (preferred PDF program), use the Print as Image setting found by clicking on the Advanced button to ensure all images on the pages will print.
  • Print in color. Most of our courses are thoughtfully designed in full color. To ensure full usability, we recommend printing your courses in full color.
  • Select Portrait or Landscape according to the course layout.

Why did my course print incorrectly or stop printing?

  • If the images do not print or if content is missing from the page, check to see that you chose Print as Image in your printer settings. 
  • If the fronts don’t match the backs, check the orientation settings on your print screen. For landscape printing, choose “flip on short edge.” For portrait printing, choose “flip on long edge.”
  • If printing stops before finishing the print job, check the paper tray or your printer connection. 
  • Course files are large. Consider sending the course to print one unit at a time if your printer cannot handle printing a full course in one job. Print the covers separately to ensure double-sided printing is successful.

What paper should I use for printing?

Paper weight and paper brightness affect color. Typical copy paper is 20 lb and 92 bright. For more vivid color printing, choose copy paper closer to 32 lb and 98 bright. (24 lb and 28 lb paper also produce quality color copies.)

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Printing Booklets

How do I print readers and booster cards?

  • Select Booklet and Double-Sided printing for readers and booster cards.
  • Print only a few pages first to ensure that double-sided printing is best aligned for cutting purposes. 
  • Explore your printer settings or program’s help section on your computer for additional guidance.
  • Use a different viewer or update the program used to view PDFs. Many people have success using the most updated version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and print courses.
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