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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.
Let children make their own holiday treats with this unique
twist on gummy candy chemistry! Explore matter and polymers while using skills
like measuring and temperature reading as you mix and create 3 Christmas-themed
shapes. Kit includes required ingredients for two yummy gelatin flavors and molds.
Also includes 10 small bags and stickers to share gummies with friends and
family. Makes 48 gummy candies. Ingredients made in the USA.
Ho! Ho! Ho! Is that a yummy gummy under your tree? What better way to celebrate the holiday season than by whipping up your own delicious gummy candies in festive shapes! As you prepare these yummy treats, you’ll investigate the chemistry related to candy making and explore fundamental STEM concepts, including measurements, conversions, temperature reading, phases of matter, the scientific properties of natural polymers, and more. The kit includes all the food ingredients needed to create gelatin mixtures in two yummy flavors: red cranberry and green apple. Pour the mixture into the included mold to form gummies in three Christmas-themed shapes: trees, Santas, and reindeer. When you’re done, place the gummies into the ten included baggies and seal them with a sticker to give homemade treats to your friends and family (& Santa!). Make up to 48 gummies with the included ingredients and tools!
A wholesome, fun, educational activity that kids will enjoy and adults can feel good about giving!
Includes all the food ingredients and tools you need to make up to 48 delicious and fun Christmas-themed gummy candies, with 10 plastic baggies and stickers
Edible polymers? This is how one enjoys chemistry! Whether creating watermelon and mixed berry dinosaurs; cherry, raspberry, banana, and vanilla rainbows and unicorns; or traditional shaped lemon and cherry flavored gummies, children learn the scientific principles of polymers. Ingredients are included with each Thames & Kosmos Gummy Candy Lab Kit. You supply common kitchen tools. Adult supervision required. Bon Appétit!