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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.
Help your child develop sorting, patterning, and early
addition skills with the Rainbow Sorting Set from Learning Resources!
This engaging set features a vibrant rainbow-shaped tray with 6 distinct color
compartments and includes 30 translucent counters in 6 matching colors (red,
orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple), as well as 5 fun shapes (sun, star,
moon, lightning bolt, and cloud). Children can use the included easy-grip
tweezers to sort the counters by color or shape, promoting fine motor skills.
The set also comes with 5 double-sided activity cards to provide interesting
sorting and patterning challenges. For convenient storage, the counters and
tweezers fit neatly within the cloud-shaped storage areas on either side of the
rainbow tray. A great way to make learning playful and engaging for children
ages 3 and up! ~Alex
Publisher's Description of Rainbow Sorting Set
Learn a rainbow of new color and sorting skills with the help of this vibrant activity tray! Grab the specially designed rainbow fine motor tongs, then sort and match the set's 30 counters by 5 shapes (sun, star, cloud, moon, lightning bot) or 6 colors (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple). Assembled tray measures 12.25" L x 7.5" H, and comes with slots for all six colors.
Building Colorful Skills: Kids learn a rainbow of sorting, patterning, and early addition skills with this vibrant toddler learning toy!
Fine Motor Fun: Designed for little hands, this toddler toy's fine motor tongs help kids build hand strength and coordination!
Built-In Storage: When playtime's done, this preschool learning toy's 30 counters, 5 activity cards, and pair of fine motor tongs store inside the cloud compartments for easy cleanup!