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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.
The
student textbook is full of beautiful illustrations. This literature curriculum
helps students improve their comprehension and knowledge skills by reading and
analyzing complex texts. Reading excerpts are from both classic and
contemporary works, are wholesome, and stress positive ethics.
Includes:
36 short stories, 46 poetry selections, 3 plays, 15 nonfiction selections, 4
dramatic poems, 2 songs, index of authors & titles, vocabulary glossary,
and author biographies. 736 pgs, hc.
Publisher's Description of Pearl Student Edition (2nd Edition)
With Pearl, sixth graders experience the beauty of language and the imagery and complexity of fine literature. Meaningful themes promote thinking and talking about values, ideals, and behavior. A workshop curriculum componentRecognizing Plot, Defining Character, Exploring Setting, and Understanding Themethoroughly teaches these literary elements. Sixth grade learners will delve into the intricacy of poetry with Pearl's extensive poetry unit.
With Pearl, sixth graders experience the beauty of language and the
imagery and complexity of fine literature. Meaningful themes promote
thinking and talking about values, ideals, and behavior through the study
of short stories, non-fiction, poetry, and plays. Poetry, legends, folklore, and
fables are studied.
Visually appealing Texts are organized
by story elements and include author biographies, vocabulary, footnotes,
and “Blueprints for Reading” to encourage analytical skills. The consumable
Workbooks include vocabulary activities, comprehension questions, writing
activities, and graphic organizers. The comprehensive Teacher’s Editions
(two volumes at this level) contain reduced student pages, background
teaching information, discussion questions with answers, answers to
the questions found at the end of each selection, answers to workbook
questions, and creative writing assignment pointers. Effective use of the
course requires the Textbook, Workbook, and Teacher’s Editions which
are conveniently available in the Homeschool Bundle.
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Why did you choose this?
Rainbow Resource CenterStore
Value based literature that is not Christian. Also, the books looks absolutely beautiful!
Value based literature that is not Christian. Also, the books looks absolutely beautiful!
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