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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.
Outdoorsy Series with Important Lessons: In each book, kids embark on a type of hunting trip and learn lessons about teamwork, responsibility, and more!
Learn About Bear Hunts: In this book, we follow young Quincy on his first black bear hunting trip
Written for Young Readers: Easy-to-read sentences set in larger font with black-and-white illustrations
Includes Bonus Content: Glossary, discussion prompts, writing prompts, and further information on bear hunting included in back
First
Bear Hunt by Matt
Chandler** is part of the Wilderness Ridge series, a series that exposes kids
to important lessons through outdoor hunting adventures. In this installment,
we meet young Quincy, who is excited for his first black bear hunting trip with
his dad and best friend. But when things go wrong, will he be able to adapt?
Written in easy-to-read language set in larger font, this book also includes
black-and-white illustrations. In the back, find a glossary, discussion
prompts, writing prompts, and more fun facts about hunting. 72 pages, softcover.
**Not the
same person as the pastor of the Village Church.
Publisher's Description of First Bear Hunt (Wilderness Ridge)
Quincy is excited to
travel to Maine for his first black bear hunting trip with his dad and
best friend, Jack. Luck seems to be on Quincy’s side when a bear strolls
out in front of his tree stand. He jumps at the chance to take down his
first bear. But when Quincy becomes injured, he might have to leave the
bear he shot behind. Quincy soon realizes that taking down a bear is
just one important goal of a successful hunting trip.
Experience the thrill of the hunt and learn important
lessons with this easy-to-read nature series for newer readers! Offering
relatable characters, simple sentences, and plenty of exploration in nature,
the Wilderness Ridge seriesfollows a young character on an epic
hunting trip. From fishing to Alaskan deer hunting to turkey hunting (and
more), readers learn all sorts of knowledge about hunting and the outdoors.
Along the way, they also learn valuable lessons in friendship, family, and
integrity. Shorter sentences and a bigger font size make these books ideal for
newer readers. A glossary, additional prompts, and further information section are
included in the back.
