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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.
Combine science with art and feed both sides of your brain! You have a large cardstock background to color (19 x11") of a whimsical outer space scene. You have a set of 10 crayons in the set, but your own markers would work too. Using plaster of Paris and the plastic molds provided, you make a mold of the space shuttle and rocket (really a half-slice of the model). Instructions are easy to follow. You mix the plaster right in the bag and squeeze it from there too. When it dries, use the paint pots and brush in the kit to jazz up your shuttle as you wish. When it's ready, glue the shuttle to the background and voila! How fun to read about space exploration (see the website for all sorts of options) and then do a project like this! ~Sara
Publisher's Description of Smithsonian Museum Craft Kit - Space
Smithsonian Perfect Cast Museum Craft Kits combine creativity, discovery, and learning in one exciting artistic journey
First, mix the Perfect Cast Casting Material in the 'mix and pour' bag and pour it into the molds
While it sets enjoy the fun, games and learning in the included activity booklet
Unmold your creations, paint them and set them onto the display background - now it's ready to show off on the easel
Make a Space Shuttle, Command Module and Saturn V with this hands-on toy that truly engages a child; proudly made in the USA! for ages 6 years and older