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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.
The Hey
Clay Advent Calendar offers a fun twist to the countdown to Christmas by
sculpting clay characters! Each day, open a door to reveal a bag of clay and a
QR code to scan. The code will take you to a video guide for what to build with
the clay! The kid-friendly set comes with supplies for 25 total clay
creations—23 small characters and 2 large characters—and includes hooks and
strings for the option to turn creations into ornaments. A sculpting tool is
also included to help you craft your daily creations (psst! It’s hidden behind
door 1). All clay is non-toxic and won’t stick to your hands. It also dries within
24 hours when left out of its box. ~Alex
Hey Clay is soft, lightweight, non-sticky, nontoxic, and stain-free -
perfect for young artists taking their first step into the magical world
of clay creativity.
And with this kit, that creativity becomes even more magical as kids
create one fun and friendly clay character for each day leading up to
Christmas.
Just open the door to reveal a bag of clay and a QR code to scan. When
you scan the code, it'll take you to a video guide. Follow the guide to
easily sculpt the character, then add the hook and string so you can
hang it on your tree - or wherever!
The most wonderful time of the year becomes wonderfully creative with the Hey Clay Advent Calendar.
Hey Clay Advent Calendar
Clay sculpting kit featuring character to make for each day leading to Christmas
Encourages fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, creativity
A kid-friendly introduction to professional clay-molding techniques
Features 23 small characters, 2 large characters
Each character comes with hook and string for hanging on your tree
Scan QR code behind each door for video guide
Clay dries and hardens when left out for 24 hours
Sculpting tool included behind first door
Clay is nontoxic, wheat and gluten-free, nut-free, latex-free, won't stick to hands
Spend quality family time while building these whimsical clay creatures! Hey Clay craft kits from Fat Brain Toys offer a fun balance of hands-on creative play and tech, with all step-by-step instructions available in a simple, kid-friendly, and entertaining app. The vibrant air-dry clay in each kit is lightweight, soft and non-sticky, making modeling easier for little fingers. Learn clay molding techniques like rolling spheres, cylinders, creating texture, making facial features, and more. Creatures air-dry in 24 hours for permanent keepsakes and pretend play. All clay is non-toxic, wheat-free, and gluten-free. The promo code for the app is included in each kit and works on multiple devices such as tablets and phones.