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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.
Magic erasable pens use ink that disappears within 20
minutes or quickly wipes clean with no mess! The set includes 8 pens, 8 ink
refills, and 2 ergonomic pencil grips to use with both left and right-handed
children. The pens are non-toxic and feature a smooth 1 mm tip with blue ink.
Everything comes in a handy storage case that zips closed. Use with Code Breaker Sound Cards
and Workbooks, Early Learning Workbooks,
or Cursive
Handwriting Books that offer
grooved, carved letters. ~ Gina
Publisher's Description of Grooved Learning Magic Pens with Disappearing Ink (8 pens/refills, 2 grippers, case)
These magic pens feature ink that disappears in 20 minutes, and they can be used with any Grooved Learning workbooks. This set comes with 8 pens (filled with ink) + 8 additional ink refills + 2 grippers for left and right-handed writers!
They are also:
Non-toxic
1mm tip for extra smooth writing
Easily wipable with no mess
Lasts longer with consistent ink flow
Use them with Grooved Learning's grooved handwriting workbooks to practice letter formation, number writing, and early literacy skills then watch the ink disappear in about 20 minutes and start all over again.
Designed for left and right-handed writers ages 3 and up. Non-toxic, smooth-writing, and completely mess-free—making them a favourite for homeschool families, classroom teachers, and parents who want low-stress, high-repetition handwriting practice without wasting paper.