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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.
A fun pool party destination just opened up! Flora is
ready for her friends to come play. Included in this set is one critter, castle
pieces (some assembly required), a pool water with rings, a sand pit, a sandcastle,
a sand pile, a bucket, a scoop, and a ball. Part of the Sunny Nursery Series,
the Nursery Sandbox and Pool set is the perfect addition to a Calico Critter
collection! ~ Kathryn
Note: Other critters on the box are not included.
Publisher's Description of Nursery Sandbox & Pool (Calico Critters)
*The Nursery Sandbox & Pool set is perfect for the nursery. It comes
with a Flora Rabbit cradled baby.
*The castle has windows where the babies can peek out from and a big
slide.
*Comes with cute toys for playing in the sandbox and pool, including a
bucket, scoop and ball.
*The pool has swimming rings that the babies, including cradled babies
can fit in.
*The Flora Rabbit cradled baby is Thyme.
*
Combine with the Sunny Castle Nursery and Rainbow Fun Nursery Bus (sold
separately), to create a nursery that looks like a big castle.
*Combine with the Sunny Castle Nursery, Rainbow Fun Nursery Bus, Nursery
Swing, Nursery Friends and Flora Rabbit Family (sold separately) for
even more fun.
*Combine with baby and cradled baby figures (sold separately) for even
more fun, imaginative playtime!
Discover the enchanting world of Calico Critters, the classic toy line known for its soft, posable, and adorable animal figures that can come with detailed fabric clothing. Perfect for pretend play or collecting, the Calico Critters line features a wide variety of animal families, homes, vehicles, and accessories. From the Red Roof Cozy Cottage to the Grand Department Store, you can build a complete, detailed world for all of your animal friends. Shop all the latest Calico Critters playsets, figures, and furniture sets to expand your collection and create endless stories. Animal figures each stand 2-3" tall.
