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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
This chunky puzzle doubles as a fun stacking
toy and stores away neatly when the fun is done! Made with safe, eco-friendly
materials, it includes 11 cute jungle animals and a wooden tray. Stand them on
their heads or stand them on their feet? Fit them together and make different
designs. Encourages creativity, critical thinking, and fine-motor skills!
~Nancie
Publisher's Description of Animal Lock-A-Block Puzzle
A versatile wooden block puzzle, Animal Lock-a-Block helps to develop tots’ coordination, shape, and colour recognition. The 11 wooden jungle animals can be used as a wooden stacking toy as well as puzzle pieces.
The easy-to-hold animals are ideal for developing kids’ stacking and logical thinking skills. Also doubles as a chunky jigsaw puzzle that is perfectly sized for little hands to hold, grasp and examine.
When the puzzle has been finished, it can be neatly stowed away for added convenience. Made from high quality, responsibly sourced materials and conforms to current European safety standards.
Animal Lock-A-Block - product features:
Animal block puzzle with 11 wooden toy animals
Doubles as a stacking toy
Helps with coordination, shape and colour recognition