Abeka's spiral, theme-based Bible curriculum progressively helps
students learn major Bible content while also learning to memorize KJV
scriptures, Christian doctrine, and the plan of Salvation. Each year’s study
systematically overviews key characters, events, and concepts from the Old and
New Testaments. New material is introduced, but then spirals back on previous
years, with the goal of deepening children’s Biblical understanding. Teachers
have plentiful guidance: lesson plan helps and procedures; neatly scripted lessons;
reproducible tests (with answers); and more. Concepts are taught through an
illustrated Bible story, and review work is oral, with periodic testing. A
special feature is the use of repetitive card story sets, with some units used
every other year while other sets, particularly the Life of Christ, may be used
annually. Purchase convenient kits or see our website for individual components
and recommended grade-level specifics. Grade 6 is only available in a
“classroom” style kit, but it’s still appropriate for homeschool use. It
includes the 12”x15” pictorial Flash-a-Cards®.
Abeka Middle & High School Bible Curriculum
Immerse your children in a study of scripture through the
Abeka Bible courses. Detailed curriculum/daily plans walk you and your student
through songs, memory verses, and lessons. Middle years utilize the elementary Flash-a-Cards
for lessons. See our website for specifics and topics covered at each grade
level. Grades 7-8 are semester-long courses, as are grades 11 and 12. Grades 9
and 10 are full-year (FY) courses. Each unit of study has corresponding,
grade-appropriate Quiz and Test Books, along with Answer Keys.
Grades 7-12 also use the Sing His Praise Hymnal (#049430) interweaving
Scripture and Hymns with Bible studies.
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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.
