My Draw-Write-Now Abc's

Description

At long last, it has arrived! The highly anticipated prequel to the Draw•Write•Now series, My Draw• Write•Now ABCs! Now your littlest learners can enjoy this creative learning style as they are introduced to each letter and its sound. Built on Marie Hablitzel's (author of the original Draw•Write•Now books) premise that drawing and handwriting require many of the same skills, in these books drawing and creative expression go hand in hand with learning the letters and writing. Activities are unique and varied, with a drawing activity in every four lessons. Each letter is learned on a 2-page spread, with strokes shown for proper letter formation and lines for practicing the letter, activities, and a song verse that introduces the letter sounds (scan the QR code inside the front cover for the song!). The song introduces both short and long sounds for vowels. While letter formation is taught and there is room to practice, kids are not expected to do a ton of writing. Review pages are included after every eight lessons for reinforcement of the letters that kids have already learned. The books are vibrantly illustrated with lots of adorable animal friends along the way. You can start with either the uppercase or lowercase book, or use them simultaneously. All in all, a very unique, gentle, and fun introduction to the alphabet! ~ Megan


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.