Calvert Publications is a long-established and
trusted homeschool curriculum known for its structured, mastery-based approach
and colorful, easy-to-use worktexts. Formerly part of a well-known umbrella
school, Calvert now offers these complete print curriculum sets for Preschool
through Grade 5.
Each Subject Set includes 10 consumable Worktexts
(units) that combine instruction, activities, exercises, and assessments all in
one colorful booklet. Every worktext contains two self-tests and a final unit
test. Comprehensive Teacher Editions provide scheduling guidance,
grading information, record-keeping sheets, answer keys, and alternate tests.
Grade Level Details:
Preschool:
Focuses on math, phonics, and hands-on electives (social studies, science,
music, art, etc.)
Kindergarten:
Includes Math and Language Arts only
Grades
1-5: Covers the four core subjects of Math, Language Arts,
History/Geography, and Science
Teacher Involvement:
K-1st
Grade: Very interactive with daily detailed lesson plans, materials
lists, reproducible worksheets, and reduced student pages with answers
Grade
2 and up: More independent work with general unit plans, optional
enrichment activities, and answer keys
Lessons are designed to be teacher-student interactive (especially
in the early grades) while still allowing students to complete portions
independently. The content is comprehensive and secular.
Complete
Grade Sets: Four-Subject or Two-Subject packages
Calvert homeschool curriculum works particularly well
for families who want a clear, well-organized, traditional-style curriculum
with built-in assessments and strong teacher support.
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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.
