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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 book is designed to teach readers many valuable life skills. It comes across like a bit of a home economics class. There are 36 topics that will be covered in this book, like basic first aid, laundry, meal planning, public speaking, cleaning, etc. After a topic is discussed, there are six activity pages to follow up and help users practice the skill explained. This book is consumable, with a black and white inside.158 pgs, pb. ~Amber
Publisher's Description of Life Skills Activity Book
Life Skills for Kids - a Fun-Schooling activity book to help kids prepare for real life.
first aid
laundry
sewing
how to converse on the phone
how to write a thank you note
make a meal plan
write a shopping list
public speaking
how to be a good friend
online safety
make your bed
start a small business
food storage
meeting new people
cleaning
ironing
studying for a test
apologies
table manners
caring for a house plant
time management
using a tape measure
how to read a map
gift wrapping
pumping gas in the car
crochet
knife safety
foot massage and reflexology
pumping gas
gift wrapping
tie a tie
library skills
reading maps
making tea
scheduling an appointment
taking care of your teeth
There are 36 skills total, so that one skill can be covered each week in a school year.
With a variety of topics to explore and multiple resources to choose from, fun-schooling is delight-directed, independent, and educational all at once.
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Why did you choose this?
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It's a starting point to be sure that my kids know the real things they need to know when they leave home.
It's a starting point to be sure that my kids know the real things they need to know when they leave home.
A simple Home EC option.
needed for class study