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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 hardcover text of Moments with Birds has
full-color, professional photographs of each bird in their natural habitat.
Birds include the Painted Bunting, Yellow Warbler, Osprey, Limpkin, Northern
Cardinal, and a special section on Costa Rican Birding. There are a few
paragraphs of information for each bird—detailing where they can be found, what
they look like, what they eat, how they live, and more. Following the facts
there is a brief devotional reflection. These reflections show us there is much
to learn from the birds: how to be compassionate, taking initiative, godly
character, resisting evil, and more. The table of contents provides a quick
reference if you would like to discuss a specific bird or specific character
trait. For additional moments with birds add the Coloring Book! 128 pgs.,
hardcover. ~Rebecca
Take time out of your busy day to sit with the birds! Moments
with Birds text and coloring book provide a time in your day to pause,
reflect, learn, and experience the birds in creation all around you. The
hardcover Moments with
Birds text has full-color, professional photographs of each bird in
their natural habitat; a few paragraphs of information detailing where they can
be found, what they look like, what they eat, how they live, and more; and a
brief devotional reflection. These devotional reflections show us there is much
to learn from the birds: how to be compassionate, taking initiative, godly
character, resisting evil, and more. Follow up your studies with a page from
the Moments with Bird
Coloring Book. Perfect for wiggly students to color while you read the
fun facts and reflect on the character trait you are learning from each bird.
~Rebecca
