BJU Press Reading 4 Student Text 3rd Edition (copyright update)
BJU Press Reading 4 Student Text 3rd Edition (copyright update)
SKU
523613
ISBN
9781628560756
Grade 4
Traditional
Christian/Religious
High Teacher Involvement
Visual
Other Materials Optional
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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.
Inspire deeper reading comprehension with the BJU Press
Reading 4 Student Text for fourth graders. This
paperback features age-appropriate literature and informational texts across
genres, organized with Before, During, and After Reading sections to teach
comprehension strategies, literary skills, and vocabulary in context. Biblical
discernment is applied throughout, with 180 lessons including three leveled
novel studies (Sarah, Plain & Tall, Medallion, The Lion, the Witch, and the
Wardrobe) and assignments like book reports, tech projects, and assessments.
High teacher involvement models silent/oral reading and higher-order
questioning—excellent for homeschool families building analytical skills and a
biblical worldview in a structured, engaging format (novels purchased
separately).
Publisher's Description of BJU Press Reading 4 Student Text 3rd Edition (copyright update)
Reading 4 (3rd Edition) Student Text provides age-appropriate selections in a variety of genres, including literature and informational text. Before, During, and After Reading sections emphasize comprehension strategies and literary skills. Biblical discernment is an important component of the program.
With this Voyages 3rd edition, students apply a biblical worldview to reading strategies (most readings are in student book), complete comprehension tasks and learn vocabulary in context. Throughout the 180 lessons, teachers model strategies including silent and oral reading and literal and higher-order questions. 20 lessons cover 3 novels (Sarah, Plain & Tall, Medallion, and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe--obtain separately) that can be taught at three levels of difficulty. Assignments include book reports, tech projects, assessment, and more. The Home School Kit includes a Student Text, Worktext and answer key, Teacher Edition, as well as Assessments with answer key.
