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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.
Reading like a nature
documentary, this story drops you right into the world of otters! Full of
beautiful, descriptive language and tons of educational material, you will
discover a little more about otters with each page turn as you follow Ottiga
and Beauty, two otters raising a family. A foreword at the beginning informs
readers that every incident in the story is something that has actually been
observed! This book covers all four seasons, exposing the reader to the common
challenges, obstacles, and events in an otter’s life. This would be an
excellent read-aloud or an independent read for science study. Since this book
depicts nature accurately, there are some references to violence among animals
that may bother younger or more sensitive readers. 192 pgs, pb.
Gentle storytelling guides you along rivers,
through forests, and across waters in these beautiful and unique titles that
read like nature documentaries but in a book. Each title follows a specific
animal over the course of one year, showing the reader the delights and dangers
different species face. Educational information is packed in every sentence,
yet these lovely books never feel dry. Following the animal—or family of
animals—across all four seasons provides a big-picture glimpse into what life
is like for them. Whether it’s an otter nurturing her babies, a mama bear
protecting her cubs, or a beaver building a cozy home, these animals are sure
to capture your heart. Note that since books depict nature accurately, there
are some depictions of violence that may be troublesome to more sensitive
readers.
