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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.
Countdown to checkers in
space! In this collectible set, traditional checkers is still the rule but when
players reach their opponent’s side of the board, they are “kinged” with a
space shuttle.
Although there are no
space mission launches, checkers becomes more fun on this NASA themed board.
Place the included NASA stickers on the pieces and space shuttles, start your
engines and launch into this game! For 2 players cruising for 15 minutes or
until no more moves are possible.
Publisher's Description of NASA Space Mission Checkers
The game board measures 13 inches x 21.375 inches and comes with 24 checkers pieces, 8 king pieces, 1 sticker sheet, and an instruction sheet.
This classic game of checkers is a ton of fun for children and adults ages 6 and up.
If you're a fan of NASA , then this officially licensed MasterPieces NASA Checkers Board Game is for you!
Crown yourself the checkers champion of the universe with this exciting board game!
MasterPieces stands behind its products and guarantees your satisfaction.
We stand behind our products and guarantee your satisfaction.
