Adventures in America: Intro to American History for Grammar Stage
Adventures in America: Intro to American History for Grammar Stage
Description
Focusing on the skills developed in the grammar stage, Adventures in America: An Introduction to American History for the Grammar Stage provides a solid introduction to American history for younger children.
The stories are concise, yet interesting, and the hands-on activities enable
history to come alive. Written for kindergarten and early elementary students,
Adventures in America covers the early days of America from the Native
American population to the adventures of Paul Bunyan and Johnny Appleseed, and
it also incorporates a study of the fifty states.
The Teacher’s Book contains
instructions for use, a 36-week lesson guide, stories with review questions
designed to develop narration skills, optional copy work, weekly hands-on
crafts and activities related to the time period, and additional recommended
reading selections. Age appropriate activities use easy-to-find materials and
list all necessary supplies. The Student Notebook includes coloring
pages, space to record narration and copywork, and the activity pages for the
fifty states. This year-long study provides a wonderful introduction to US
History for any homeschooling family who seeks to provide an essential overview
of America to their children. You will need Smart About the Fifty Statesand the Passport Book and State Flag Stickers for this program.
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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.
