Spectrum Common Core Language Arts And Math

Description

A lot of parents have asked for something to help their children with homework. They tell us that the new Common Core math is confusing and they don't know how to explain it to their children in a way that jibes with what is being taught in the classroom. In a simply-laid-out workbook, Spectrum has clarified much of the confusion. These books are simple and easy to follow with answers in the back. Students can do a page of math and a page of ELA (English/Language Arts) a day, or just do a few pages a week as it suits your family schedule. For a homeschool family, these are an easy way to make sure your child is meeting the grade level standards their school peers are meeting. If you have to do any sort of grade level testing, here is a handy checklist for your student. Each workbook has 128 pp and is half ELA and half math. My favorite feature is a teaching tip at the bottom of each page. They are clever little things a parent can do with a child to get them thinking critically and applying the principles in the lessons. In the front of each book, the Common Core Standards connected to the lesson are clearly listed. This sort of book can alleviate parents' anxiety about the standards by giving examples with clear explanations. ~ Sara

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.
Religious Content
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
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.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.