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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.
Starting plants is as simple as
1-2-3! This well-designed kit comes step-by-step instructions—including even
details on the plants. Included are 4 packets of herbs: basil, cilantro, sage,
and oregano, along with 4 packets of flower seeds: Dwarf Cosmos and French
marigolds, Autumn Beauty Sunflowers, and Lavender. The kit includes detailed
directions, with a support email in case you need additional guidance.
Rehydrate the 3 included peat discs. Then, fill each of the 8 coconut husk
fiber pots with this peat. Plant the seeds and use the included plastic bags to
make a mini “greenhouse” for each starter pot. Once plants have taken root, the
detailed planting chart guides you. Quick facts on each plant’s benefits are
included. ~ Ruth
Directions included in each kit
are detailed and easy to follow. You’ll find specific information about each
plant, with how to germinate and transplant. Start with rehydrating the three
included peat discs and divide into the 8 provided coconut husk fiber pots. Plant
the 8 provided varieties of seeds and create a mini greenhouse for each pot
using the included plastic bags. Follow the included planting depth,
germination times, planting distance, and flowering times chart. When it’s time
for transplanting, supply your own dirt, pot, etc. Kit includes details on each
plant’s benefits. See individual product descriptions for specifics on the
plants included in the Vegetable/Fruits or Flower/Herbs kit. Support is
available directly from UniqueGardener.com.