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Description
The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) stresses that, "all students must have the opportunities and resources to develop the language skills they need to pursue life's goals and to participate fully as informed, productive members of society." This series aims to bring about those opportunities and have the resources available for students to practice language skills of different types. The 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade books each have six units, while the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade books have nine units. While the way things are taught in the books is pretty much the same, there are a few more topics covered in the older three books. Topics in common are personal narrative, descriptive story, how-to paper, alike and different paper (or compare and contrast), a short report, and the answer key. One subject only in the lower grade books is a type of narrative - the fable - and the topics specific to the older grade levels are autobiographical sketch, persuasive letter, persuasive movie review, and persuasive essay. There is a lot of helpful info at the beginning of the books such as the Scoring Rubric for writing, a Writing Conference (which is like a helpful evaluation sheet), a section of diagnostic writing prompts, sample narratives, sample how-to papers, sample persuasive papers, proofreading marks, the writing process, and different types of writing. In each of the six/nine units, a different type of writing is covered, and the work is done in seven stages.First, student's read a model paper, next they respond to the model paper, and then they analyze the model paper. After studying the model paper, they get the writing assignment for that unit, which includes a graphic organizer. They then do their first draft, and once that is complete, they revise the draft and then evaluate their own or another student's writing with the provided writing report card. It is a very straight-forward program for learning about these different writing styles, and the questions in the activities will really help draw the students into their work. Answers are included in these consumable and reproducible workbooks. 64-96 pages, pb, 8½" x 11". ~ Zach
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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.