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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
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Other Materials Optional
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Publisher's Description of LEGO DUPLO Town Wild Animals of Africa (10971)
Enter a world of imaginative play with the LEGO® DUPLO® Wild Animals of Africa (10971) and share precious developmental milestones with little animal-lovers aged 2 and up.
Toddler-friendly animals and habitat
Introduce preschoolers to the animals of Africa with this adorable baby elephant and baby giraffe. There are flowers and a tree for the easy-to-hold animal figures to nibble on and a 3-dimensional, foldable woodland playmat to explore. This versatile safari toy is a great way to develop children's self-expression and fine motor skills as they enjoy endless role play with Africa's cutest animals.
Playful learning for toddlers
All LEGO DUPLO sets are expertly designed with fun narratives, bright colors, diverse characters and lots of details to give your little learner a BIG start in life.
Open-ended play – LEGO® DUPLO® Wild Animals of Africa (10971) gives preschoolers endless, hands-on, developmental fun with 2 baby animals in their natural environment
Toddler-friendly figures – The colorful playset includes a baby elephant and giraffe that are easy for toddlers to pick up and place, flowers, a tree and a 3-dimensional woodland playmat
Playful learning – This versatile safari toy is a fun way to develop children's self-expression and fine motor skills as they enjoy endless role play with the 2 animals
Gift for preschoolers – Give kids aged 2 and up this hands-on animal playset for birthdays, holidays or as an any-day treat
Many ways to play – The playmat measures over 4.5 in. (12 cm) high, 6.5 in. (17 cm) wide and 4.5 in. (12 cm) deep. The tree stands over 3 in. (8 cm) tall
Playful learning – All LEGO® DUPLO® sets are expertly designed with engaging narratives, lots of colors, diverse characters and many details to give your little learner a BIG start in life
Consistent quality – LEGO® DUPLO® components meet strict industry standards to ensure they are easy for little fingers to pick up, place and pull apart: it's been that way since 1969
Safety assured – LEGO® DUPLO® bricks and pieces are dropped, heated, crushed, twisted and analyzed to make sure that they meet stringent global safety standards
LEGO® DUPLO® sets are designed with your youngest builders in mind! Large toddler-friendly blocks and figures are perfectly sized for little hands. Each set fosters creativity and imagination while also facilitating developmental learning and fine motor skills through hands-on fun.
