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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 Farmer Market Mix Basket
"A basket full of farm-fresh fun! Children slice, sort, and play with a colorful mix of fruits and vegetables—imagining market stalls, garden harvests, or family cooking time. Each engaging motion builds fine motor skills, coordination, and creativity while encouraging communication, sharing, and confidence through pretend play. The set includes 7 pieces in total, featuring 1 fabric basket, 5 fruits and vegetables (tomato, banana, carrot, sliceable cucumber, and sliceable apple), and 1 wooden knife."
Develops fine motor skills and hand eye coordination through slicing sorting and serving wooden fruits and vegetables
Supports cognitive development and problem solving as children explore food groups colors and everyday routines through play Encourages imaginative play language development and social interaction through market garden and kitchen role play
The set includes 7 pieces 1 fabric basket 5 fruits and vegetables tomato banana carrot sliceable cucumber and sliceable apple and 1 wooden knife
Sustainably made in Thailand using reclaimed rubberwood PlanWood non toxic glue felt fabric canvas fabric organic pigments and water based dyes
