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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 Gems and Fish 1000 piece Square Puzzle
Gems and Fish is a collage of sea life. Each element has been carefully hand cut from archival natural-history prints. Every fish, willowy eel, and piece of coral has been selected and layered to create this underwater image. The artist has added gems and crystals among the squids and octopuses to make this serene but fantastically busy piece come to life. Collage art created by Clare Boersch Celeste.
Full color insert
Puzzle: 23" x 23" inches finished
Box: 11" x 11" x 2"
Glossy, sturdy pieces and minimal puzzle dust
Made with Recycled Materials, Vegetable Based Inks, and FSC®-certified paper
The first thing to catch your eye with these puzzles is the vibrant colors and art work. Upon further investigating each puzzle picture, you'll find all sorts of 'hidden' objects. The 100-piece puzzles have large pieces (approx. 3") for smaller hands, and the finished puzzle will measure 18" x 27". Find the animals in the different countries or states and all of the other little surprises in the World Map and This Land is Your Land. Life on Earth has brightly colored animals with trees and brightly colored plants.
Take a look at the Wildlife of North America in this 18" x 24" puzzle that displays 20 different animals that are labeled and numbered for easy recognition. Pieces are approximately 2".
Birds of all shapes, sizes, and colors are displayed in the Peacock Garden. This 25" square puzzle has pieces that are approximately 1" in size for an older group of puzzle enthusiasts.