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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.
Imagine,
plan, and write your very own storybook with My Storybook Art Kit – All
My Adventures from Skillmatics! The kit includes two blank hardcover storybooks
for your student to write and illustrate with help from over 150 stickers, 8
markers, and 2 pencils. If you get stuck, 5 writing prompts are there to help
spark inspiration, and 13 vocabulary lists are the perfect resource for when
you’re searching for just the right word. 100 colorful stickers include several
themed sticker sheets full of characters and setting elements, and 50
black-and-white stickers can be colored however you would like. Story-writing
teaches kids to think creatively, communicate coherently, sequence, plan ahead,
and express themselves; the nature of the activity lends itself to
out-of-the-box and open-ended thinking as opposed to formulaic processes, which
makes it incredibly effective at helping struggling writers learn to put words
to the page. Designed for ages 5–10, this would be an excellent option for an
aspiring writer, a reluctant writer who needs a change of pace, or a group
project for young creatives.
Publisher's Description of My Storybook Art Kit - All My Adventures
Step into the thrilling world of adventure with Skillmatics' Storybook Art Kit! Our kit includes everything your child needs to become an author – writing prompts, vocabulary lists, colorful stickers, markers, and hardbound books for their stories! Includes:
Even if you’ve managed to get into a nice schedule after the holidays, the winter months can seem to drag on, and sometimes winter doldrums set in. Kids are longing to go outside but the weather doesn’t allow it. Why not overcome those winter blues by incorporating games into your homeschool routine? Games offer opportunities for hands-on learning, stimulate creativity, and foster critical thinking skills. Here are a few new games we’ve recently added to supplement the four core subjects that might make your homeschool lessons more engaging and memorable.
