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Description
Inspired by Ruth Beechick, Learning Language Arts through Literature for grades 3-8 features lessons using excerpts from great literary works. At younger levels, the student copies the passages; in older levels, passages are dictated. Then follows instruction in grammar, usage, mechanics, spelling (personalized spelling lists), reading/literary skills, and composition all flowing from the passage. Lessons (of which there are 36) are weekly and include review activities as well as periodic assessments. Several full-length book studies (vocabulary, discussion questions, and literary analysis) are built into each course.
Teacher Books provide all necessary background and instructional information along with answers; lessons are laid out step-by-step for the teacher. Student Books are consumable and contain some instruction and background information directed to the student as well as generous space to write assignments. Enrichment Activities are found only in the Student Book. Both Teacher and Student books are necessary.
Teacher and Student Books are also available as e-books. An e-mail with download information is sent from the publisher 1-2 business days after the order is processed. You will have 14 days to download the material, which does not expire from your computer.
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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.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.