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Students of all ages with an eye for detail, décor,
construction, architecture, and miniatures will enjoy the completeness of these
kits. Each element has to be built using the pieces provided. What an exercise
in patience! True model-builders will want to do them all! I like that you can
select from a variety of levels, from a wee kitchen-corner setting to a
complete greenhouse build. Instructions are image-based with very little
reading.
I used to have actual dollhouses that were a 1:12
scale (one inch in the dollhouse equaled one foot in real life). The kits seem
close to this scale. While the separate kits do not assemble to create an
actual dollhouse, you could display them on a bookshelf and create the sense of
a dollhouse-type project. You could have a high school art student add a kit as
an element of an art credit.
If you have a child who can focus for a long time,
they may want to work on their kit non-stop! However, most will choose to
complete one or two components at a time. Materials are often cardstock, wood, fabric,
with some metal and occasional plastic. Any batteries for lights are included,
as well as adhesives and paint. You will need your own scissors. The many small
parts make these not safe for young children.
There are currently 3 sizes of kits. The smaller kits
in green boxes are the simplest. Light blue boxes are medium size with
intermediate challenge. And the largest kits are the most detailed. These are
in brown boxes.
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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.