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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 Hank #69 - Case of the Wandering Goats
"Everyone knows that a cowboy will rope anything that moves: cattle, dogs, cats, bales of hay, unsuspecting fellow-cowboys" So, when some local goats escape their pen and turn up near Wolf Creek, Deputy Kile knows just who to ask for help rounding them up. Slim and Hank spring into action and go in search of the lost goats, but who could have foreseen the dangers and surprises they'd face in the course of their rodeo rescue? Who is this mysterious and majestic sheep-king and his subjects that they find? And, what are they doing on Hank's ranch? Will Slim and Hank manage to catch the little show-goats before night falls and the coyotes find them?"
Children and parents of all ages are entertained by the
rollicking, hilarious adventures of Hank the Cowdog. Proclaiming himself the
“Head of Ranch Security”, Hank is lovable, pretentious, and a bit grandiose as
he interacts with others on the ranch. The humor is down-home, witty, and
generally goofy, yet incredibly delightful and fun! While the stories are great
for independent reading, the cowpoke humor and cast of ranch characters make these
wonderful options for family read-aloud!
Things to Know about Hank the Cowdog:
The first Hank story was published
as a short story about the author’s real-life experience as a ranch cowboy.
The Hank the Cowdog series is
filled with dry wit and down-home humor; they are more enjoyable to read aloud
using varied voices and inflections.
Many parents credit the Hank the
Cowdog series with igniting a love for reading in their reluctant readers.
The main character, Hank, is
arrogant and prone to exaggerate which may not appeal to some families.
There is no profanity, but insults
and putdowns like “stupid” or “idiot” are used periodically.
Hank the Cowdog Adventures are available as softcover books or in audio
CD format. Families wanting to learn more about the authentic life of ranchers,
should check out the Hank
the Cowdog Ranch Life Books.