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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.
Publisher's Description of Calligraphy (Master Class)
Calligraphy is an ancient art form and has been used for centuries in important and distinctive documents. In Calligraphy: The Easy Way, author Diane Lannuzziello will explain some of the history behind this elegant art form and will introduce you to the Chancery style of calligraphy to let you create some of your own beautiful, handwritten projects. Receive great tips and advice on learning calligraphy quickly and easily.
Let's get our art on! These complete kits from Spicebox are just as lovely as the younger-aged Petit Picasso kits, but are geared for a more mature audience. Looking to unleash your inner artists? It's so simple with these quality kits. Everything is included to get started in that art medium: clearly presented 64-page instructional book with techniques and lessons that help you cultivate your skills, subject-specific art supplies and specialty papers. The Art Studio series include great introductory-leveled kits with simpler, step-by-step instruction and fewer art supplies. A great way to begin dabbling in a variety of fine art media. The Art School series are higher-leveled kits with more challenging, detailed instructions and a wider selection of professional art supplies included. These kits are for your serious art enthusiasts. Not only will you discover the joy of art with these elegant kits, you'll be creating masterpieces in no time! ~ Emily