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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.
Publisher's Description of DK Super Phonics My First Letter Sounds Workbook
Help your child take their first steps into the world of phonics and reading with this phonics workbook!
DK Super Phonics My First Letter Sounds is the perfect workbook for children aged 4-6 who are learning to read. Every activity gives the opportunity to practice and build upon phonics skills learned at school. Tip boxes throughout and a full answer section will enable you to support and reassure your child.
Each of the seven sections of this workbook focuses on essential first letter sounds and will provide a strong foundation for your child to become a motivated and fluent reader.
Lift off and start your learning mission today!
This phonics workbook offers:
– 7 sections focusing on essential first letter sounds to help children develop as readers.
– Over 50 stickers to engage and motivate young learners.
– Easy-to-use home learning material, with carefully constructed activities, tip boxes, and an answer key for parents to support their children’s phonic skills development.
– A visual and engaging approach to learning to read.
Uncluttered pages, bright colors, and engaging activities—everything
you want in a child’s first workbook! Providing ample opportunities to practice
and reinforce phonics skills, these workbooks are inexpensive and effective.
Each workbook is divided into sections (called stages) that focus on essential
first letter sounds or sound blends. When a child successfully completes a
stage, not only does he celebrate the new words learned, but he also earns
stickers to place on the last page of the section (stage) and on his journey
map! Along with the activities and stickers, each workbook includes parent tips
and the answers. Workbooks loosely align with My First Decodable Readers
and other DK
Super Phonics Resources.