Reading / Literature

Once students have obtained foundational reading skills, it’s time to practice and cultivate them while engaging with a wide array of literature styles and topics. Options range from traditional, multi-grade programs using shorter writings, to novel (whole book) studies and literature guides. Leveled readers, poetry, study guides, or reading aids and tools help students become fluent.

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Reading Resources

Blog Post

Leaders are Readers!

Leaders are Readers!

Research abounds on the benefits of reading for children and adults. This post discusses 6 primary benefits of reading with the acronym "LEADER." Take some time to understand each of these benefits more in-depth and let them inspire you! 

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Video

LLATL Review

Learning Language Arts Through Literature Review

Have you heard the term "LLATL" but have never checked out the curriculum? Join Sara to learn more about this homeschool favorite!

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Article

When Reading Becomes Literature

When Reading Becomes... Literature

Even if there were no such things as standardized tests, we recognize that we have a responsibility to give our students the tools they need to dig deeper into the books they read. But, how do we do that?

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Working Towards Independence

Working Towards Independence

It’s what we want as parents. It’s what our students want as learners. But how does it happen? How do we get our children learning and working without our direct guidance?

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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.