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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.
This enjoyable activity book practices reading readiness, math skills, and grade appropriate social studies and science concepts. Each skill practiced is divided into color-coded pages. There is no start-to-finish in these workbooks. Your child can focus on specific concepts or select high interest topics. Answers are included, along with a certificate of completion. Pages are non-reproducible. 256 pages, softcover.
Publisher's Description of Second Grade Big Fun Workbook
Get ready for second grade with this innovative activity workbook, featuring a fresh approach to developing essential skills for school readiness and success.
The Big Fun Second Grade Workbook contains more than 250 pages of learning activities blended with a variety of puzzles that support the learning. With a unique combination of practice activities and puzzles, this workbook will help second graders build skills in reading, writing and vocabulary, as well as math concepts including basic mathematical functions, fractions, measurement and time, and grade-appropriate social studies and science skills. Kids will be engaged by the learning activities while doing age-appropriate Hidden Pictures puzzles, mazes, matching puzzles, scavenger hunts, and find-the-difference puzzles. All activities will help kids feel confident in school while supplementing their classroom activities. In addition, each book includes an introduction that is full of simple tips to help parents guide their second graders through the activities in these workbooks.
Highlights books have always been a favorite at my house. These enjoyable activity books practice reading readiness and early math skills (1st grade includes beginning science concepts. 2nd grade includes grade appropriate social studies and science concepts). Each skill practiced is divided into color-coded pages. There is no start-to-finish in these workbooks. Your child can focus on specific concepts or select high interest topics. The high-quality pages are colorful and the activities engaging, making it easy and fun for your child to complete. Answers are included, along with a certificate of completion. Pages are non-reproducible. 256 pages, softcover. ~ Gina