Explorer's Bible Study

Description

I don't know if this series was designed with the homeschool in mind, but it is well suited for homeschool use. The program is available in four levels and takes a spiral approach to learning. The student will cover some of the same sections of the Bible multiple times during the program, studying each in greater depth at the higher levels. Its emphasis is on studying the Bible, not on promoting any particular denominational viewpoint. Although the NKJV is quoted in the Bible Discovery level, any version of the Bible can be used with the program. Each Student Book is divided into 30 lessons, designed to take a half hour or less. Answer Keys are available for Beginnings II, Discovery, and Quest books. Teacher preparation time is minimal, and, because of the spiral approach, most of the family can study the same sections of the Bible at the same time. Beginnings contains two books with lessons that are short and fast-paced. Bible Beginnings II is designed for the elementary student who is ready to read and write on his own. Discovery and Quest lessons include Bible reading, comprehension, and review questions. This series would be an excellent starting point for lifelong Bible study.

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.