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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.
Youngsters will discover 63 national parks while assembling the pieces of this map of the United States. There are special shapes, search-and-find activities, animal track identification, state names, and points of interest to learn about along the way. Included in this puzzle is an animal and park ID guide. This puzzle has 45 pieces. The finished size is 3x2 feet. ~Judy
Publisher's Description of National Parks U.S.A. Map Floor Puzzle
Take an imaginative journey across the U.S.A. and learn about 63
national parks through puzzle play! Piece together the 45-piece jumbo
cardboard jigsaw puzzle, featuring special animal-shaped pieces,
search-and-find activities, and animal track identification along the
border. Designed to make learning fun, states and points of interest are
labeled, and a key inside includes an animal ID guide, park
identification, and the search-and-find answers in English and Spanish!
Completed puzzle is approximately 3 feet by 2 feet (91.4 cm x 61 cm).
Puzzle play encourages fine motor and problem-solving skills and
promotes concentration, memory, and independent learning.
Keep little hands entertained with these high-quality jigsaw puzzles. Puzzles feature large colorful photos or realistic illustrations of animals, nature scenes, and landmarks. Each puzzle piece is uniquely shaped for an added challenge. The assembled puzzle sizes vary according to piece count; for example, the 30-piece puzzles measure 14.25" x 10.25" and the 500-piece puzzles measure 26.5" x 19.25." With so many puzzles to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect one(s) for your family.
If you are looking for floor puzzles
with an extra element of fun, look no further! Melissa & Doug Floor puzzles
have added a little pizazz and learning fun to the already fun floor puzzle
experience. The pieces are jumbo and made of sturdy cardboard. Each puzzle
theme has its own special fitting added activity.