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Description
Practice language arts skills, encourage reading comprehension, and enjoy good stories - all wrapped up in one neat and user-friendly package. These just-right-for-early-elementary reading comprehension guides are based on the Grandma's Attic series by Arleta Richardson. A young girl (the author) listening to her grandmother tell stories of her childhood means that the historical setting of the stories is the turn of the previous century (19th to 20th), and a surprising amount of history can be gleaned from these books. The stories are interesting and appealing to active children; at the same time they illustrate biblical character qualities and spiritual development. These guides provide just the right touch for drawing reading comprehension lessons and language arts practice from enjoyable reading. The guides provide 5-8 questions pertaining to the content of each chapter (Stories - 23 chapters; More Stories - 16 chapters; Still More - 14 chapters). Although some questions are multiple choice or short answer, for the most part students are encouraged to investigate vocabulary and answer in complete sentences, practicing penmanship while demonstrating good spelling and grammar (grading options are provided for reading, English, and spelling). As the student progresses through the series, longer answers are expected. Occasionally, extra activities such as word searches or mazes are included. A Bible verse (with life application) is available for memorization as part of each chapter. Answer keys are in the back of each Guide. Brief notes for the teacher are part of the introduction. Guides have spiral binding. Note: 'Stories From Grandma's Attic" is currently being published as "In Grandma's Attic". The Guide includes two stories (Grandpa's Apron and What Did You Expect) that are not included in this version. ~ Janice
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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.