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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 Build-A-Garden - Blooming Greenhouse
"A world of growth begins here. Children design and cultivate their own greenhouse—adjusting the shade panel, arranging planting beds inside or out, and watching their garden come to life as they plant wooden seeds and sprouting veggies. Every play moment nurtures coordination, creativity, and problem-solving while inspiring pride in what they grow with their own hands. The set includes 38 pieces in total, featuring a greenhouse frame, adjustable shade panel, extension joints, planting beds, colorful vegetables, and seed pieces."
Develops fine motor skills and hand eye coordination through planting arranging and building the wooden greenhouse
Encourages problem solving and cognitive development as children design and customize their own garden space Sparks imaginative play and creativity while teaching early concepts of nature and plant growth
The set includes 39 pieces a greenhouse frame an adjustable shade panel planting beds vegetables and seed pieces
Sustainably made in Thailand using reclaimed rubberwood PlanWood non toxic glue felt fabric organic pigments and water based dyes
