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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.
Knowledge in a box? Cool! Sign me up! Learn about letters and sounds as you play with these 250 photo puzzle pieces. The pieces fit simply end to end, so little learners can connect them easily. Made of sturdy cardboard, each piece is about 2x2" with a simple, rectangular "outie" and "innie" on opposite sides to fit them together. Upper and lower case letters are included along with the photo pieces. Instructions give ideas such as connecting the letters in alphabetical order, or choose a letter and link up pictures of things that begin with that letter like "L" with a lion and lemon. You could match upper and lower case letters or lay out a series of letters and pull one out, then ask kids to tell you what is missing. Sort photos by one syllable or two. Group them by long vowel sounds and short vowels sounds, or find all photo cards where the words end in a d sound. There are even more ideas in the inside! Use these with your special learners too. Supports NAEYC standards to strengthen alphabet skills. Comes in a nice box for storage. ~ Sara
Publisher's Description of Big Box of Alphabet Knowledge
Strengthen alphabet skills by naming and recognizing letters individually; connecting letters in alphabetical order; matching printed uppercase and lowercase letters; matching and connecting printed letters with photo objects that have the same beginning or ending sounds; and matching and connecting photo objects that have the same consonant or vowel sounds, and beginning or ending sounds. It includes 250 photo puzzle pieces (approx. 2" x 2") and a 4-page booklet with directions, teaching suggestions, and games. It is perfect for ages 4 and up.