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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.
Explore a world that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
Microscopic Explorations from Home Science Adventures guides students into the
unseen world around them. Through guided activities, children will discover how
a microscope works as they investigate plants, animals, fungi, protozoa, and
crystals. They will also get a close-up of an insect, explore moldy bread,
discover hidden states on the $5 bill, and much more! The Kit includes
everything for 1-2 students to complete the activities. Student materials are
reproducible for family use. Families using Microscopic Explorations with more
than one student may wish to purchase an additional MicroBrite Pocket Microscope
for simultaneous exploration. Microscopic Explorations is also included in the Home Science Adventures
Complete Kit II along with Wonders of Light and Discovering Insects.
Publisher's Description of Microscopic Explorations
EXPLORE A WORLD TOO SMALL FOR THE NAKED EYE
Learn how a microscope works while investigating plants,
animals, fungi and protozoa, as well as crystals and crystal formation.
COOL ACTIVITIES
DISCOVER the HIDDEN STATES on a five dollar
bill.
See micro-crystals FORM RIGHT BEFORE YOUR EYES!
Get a close up, magnified view of a LIVE
INSECT!
EXPLORE a MICROSCOPIC FOREST of bread
mold!
View ACTUAL CELLS in an onion membrane!
and many more!
20 ACTIVITIES IN 13 LESSONS
includes a parent guide
an easy-to-use pocket microscope
everything you need to do the lessons except an
onion and a slice of bread.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Everything you need is included in the kit except an
onion and a slice of bread . . . and your curiosity!
1 Pocket Microscope
2 petri dishes
2 observation plates
2 pipettes
2 sample collection cups
2 forceps
1 vial of quick forming crystal solution (salicylic
acid in alcohol)
1 set of sea samples (starfish and micro-auger
shells)
1 set of fabric samples (cotton, wool, silk,
acetate)
1 set of crystal samples (salt & sugar)
1 kit for constructing an insect slide trap (microscope
slides, cork sheets & rubber bands)
