Grammar Of Spelling

Description

The title here simply means that the presentation is consistent with the grammar stage of learning in the Classical education model. Maximizing the desire of children to acquire new skills, the black and white, consumable workbooks in Grades 2-3 teach them how to integrate phonics rules into the spelling process through hearing and dictation.  Sight words and homophones are also included. The workbooks are a compilation of worksheet exercises that emphasize a specific grouping of words that need to be alphabetized and written in print or cursive. In Grades 4-6, more advanced general spelling rules are emphasized, as well as material covering prefixes, suffixes, and homophones. Lessons introduce 5 important rules which are reviewed throughout the book. Word lists are cumulative, with words reviewed throughout the year. Lessons are designed to take about 30 minutes a day. Monday through Wednesday students work on dictation exercises and worksheets, and then complete testing from their weekly word list on Thursday and Friday. Student Workbooks are self-contained and include student worksheets, teaching instructions, weekly lesson plan, a master list of spelling words and more.

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.