Spectrum Hands-On Math

Description

Spectrum workbooks are well-known as supplemental, grade level practice that is just the right amount of instruction with application to be an effective tool for parents and teachers. Now they've added a multi-sensory element with new kits! Each book comes in a hardcover format with a big spiral binding. There are 96 consumable workbook pages to complete and an answer key in the back. And then we add the fun! About 10 pages of sturdy cardstock have colorful manipulatives to cut out and use with the workbook pages. These may be counters, a number chart, tens and ones blocks, fraction circles, number cards, tangrams, 3D shapes to cut and assemble, and more! A clear vinyl pouch holds all the cut pieces right in the book. The front and back covers fold out and can be used as a wipe-off surface with a dry erase marker (not included). The design is clever and well-contained. Pages are colorful and engaging. You can use these alongside your curriculum during the school year, or as summer practice to keep skills tip-top. These are perfect for any learner, but your visual and hands-on learners will appreciate the graphic appeal and interaction with concepts that involve handling math manipulatives. ~Sara

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.