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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.
Publisher's Description of Animal (Eyewitness Book)
Become an eyewitness to the wildlife of the world and help children become animal experts.
The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations.
This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of all things wildlife. Children will learn all about the fascinating world of animals through breathtaking images and incredible facts.
Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on animals, you can expect to find:
A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field.
A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text.
A collectible poster revealing facts and photographs from the book.
Eyewitness Animal introduces many different types of creatures, from creepy crawlies and bugs to the blue whale. Children can learn about animal behavior and evolution, the body systems and senses of various animal groups, and their habitats and diets. This all-encompassing animal guide is packed with facts, diagrams, and statistics and is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning.
This collection of spectacular and thought provoking guides is jam-packed with scientific fact and information. Each volume focuses on a different area of science and features clear, expertly written text, magnificent color and black-and-white photos, charts, graphics, and 3-D models.~ Rachel
