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Description
Singapore math has been well received by many homeschoolers in the elementary years due to its methodology and teaching of critical thinking skills. It is a quality math program that prepares students well for higher level math. Early learners can now be a part of the Singapore repertoire with a program called "Kinder Thinkers". It is a series of course books and activity books teaching beginning English and Math concepts to early learners. In Singapore, there are different levels of preschool for children ages 3-6 including N1 (Nursery 2-3 yrs.), N2 (Nursery 3-4 yrs.), K1 (Kindergarten 4-5 yrs.), and K2 (Kindergarten 5-6 yrs.). "Kinder Thinkers" follows this sequence and provides four course/activity books or "terms" for each level. These books specifically teach children early critical thinking skills, how to interact with others and prepare them for their primary education. The syllabus follows the criteria set by the PCF curriculum, (short for PAP Community Foundation for Kindergarten), aiming to give children an edge in learning by providing building blocks for literacy and numeracy. The six learning domains covered include creative expression, discovery of the world, language and literacy, motor skills development, numeracy, and social and emotional development.
Each course book is colorful and engaging for little ones and even includes stickers. Teacher instruction is straightforward and is located at the bottom of every page. The occasional activity suggestions in the teacher instruction include household items that are very easy to gather and implement. Each unit teaches math or English concepts within the context of the theme. The unit theme might be about oneself, friends, family, home, Chinese New Year festivals, and more. The activity books are in black and white and provide a few practice sheets for each unit.
The English books teach letter recognition and sounds, handwriting skills, and vocabulary all while learning about parts of the body, parts of a house, colors, etc. The math books teach basic math concepts such as counting, recognizing, and writing numbers; classifying, sorting, and comparing; making charts and pictographs, adding two sets and finding the total; and learning patterns and using visual discrimination to play games and solve puzzles, and more. Because of the Singapore origin, the program teaches the Singapore monetary system.
This appears to be a very strong preschool/early learning program with interactive workbooks that will engage little ones. And parents will love the simple, easy-to-implement instructions without the hassle of a separate teacher's guide. ~ Gina
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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.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.