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Description
Recently revised (other than book 8) and now available in the third edition, we are once again pleased to offer this quality series designed to prepare your students with the foundational teaching necessary for success as they begin their new school year.
Similar in format, each book provides fifty lessons. The lessons are expected to take 15-20 minutes, although some children may need a little longer. The engaging, colorful lessons are offered on a two-page (one page front and back) format. The first page provides review of math facts and concepts on the top half while the bottom half of the page reviews phonics/language arts skills. The back page focuses on reading comprehension and thinking skills. At the higher levels (grade 5 and up) the back page also incorporates math drills and science topics along with the other skills. (It is worth noting that the science instruction is religiously neutral.) One nice feature is that the day of the week is listed on the page making it easy to keep track of where your student should be working. Pages are also perforated for easy removal. Positive moral character traits are sprinkled throughout, and there are rare references to God (ex: book 2, Bird's Nest reprint from McGuffey's First Eclectic Reader). Instructions to the parent/teacher and reduced student pages with answers are included along with a certificate of completion. Lessons are colorful and engaging for level K-7. You will want to order the book that represents the grade your child will be entering in the upcoming school year. See below for specific book details. PB. Non-reproducible.
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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.