Simply Classical Memoria Press Literature Programs

Description

Part of Memoria Press' special needs curriculum, this is an adaptation of their beginning reading/literature program. Storytime Treasures is written for a chronological or developmental age of 6-8 years (SCC Level 2). Covering four story books (Little Bear, Little Bear's Visit, Caps for Sale, and Blueberries for Sal), it provides simplified exercises in word study, composition and oration, offering students the riches of quality literature. The landscape-oriented Student Guide is consumable, providing space for the student to write. Teacher Guide is a replica of the student book with answers. 100 pgs, spiral-bound.

More Storytime Treasures accompanies SCC Level 3 (chronological or developmental age 7-9 years). Guiding students to read deeply and write skillfully, parents who used Storytime Treasures previously will notice lessons offer more depth of instruction with grammar and composition, integrated phonics' lessons and sight words. Art appreciation is also emphasized. Lessons correlate with Simply Classical Spelling Book One and Two, and the Simply Classical Writing Book Two (available separately). Covers four classic children's books: Billy and Blaze, The Story About Ping; Keep the Lights Burning, Abby, and Stone Soup. The landscape-oriented Student guide is consumable, providing ample space for student writing and drawing. The spiral-bound Teacher Guide includes teaching information, a weekly suggested schedule and reduced student pages with answers. 107 pgs. ~Janice/Deanne

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.