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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.
Create a food
rainbow with Very Hungry Caterpillar Rainbow Picnic Game by University
Games. Players will improve matching skills when they draw a card and find a
food item to match. Develop patience when someone draws the “All players trade
their rainbow…” card. The first player to fill their rainbow with 6 different
colored foods wins the game! Kids will enjoy playful learning with the game
inspired by Eric Carle’s book The Very Hungry Caterpillar while
developing color recognition, vocabulary, and gross motor skills. Great for any
household or early elementary classroom. ~Andrea
Publisher's Description of Very Hungry Caterpillar Rainbow Picnic Game
Briarpatch's The Very Hungry Caterpillar Rainbow Picnic Game game helps young children practice color recognition, patience, gross-motor skills and vocabulary. Draw a card and choose a colorful food item from the picnic that matches. Be the first to fill your rainbow with 6 different colored foods and win the game! A perfect game for screen-free fun and preschool children Ages 3+. Creativity and curiosity are two key building blocks for a lifetime of learning, this game is designed not only to amuse and delight but to inspire fun, playful discovery.
Interact with an old favorite in a new way! Inspired by the
classic children’s book The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
featuring his distinguished collage-style illustrations familiar to so many, we
have games you can play to create even more core memories. Let’s Feed the
Very Hungry Caterpillar is a board game where players build their own
butterfly puzzle as you play. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Spin & Seek
ABC is a board game that encourages counting and letter recognition. Very
Hungry Caterpillar What Can You Do? is a card game where players act out
tasks such as hoot like an owl or sing the alphabet. Children
learn so much from games that we forget about – taking turns, encouraging
others, counting, following directions, colors, sequencing, even how to lose.