Child 1st Publications Spelling offers 128 lessons covering 193 distinct sound spelling
patterns, as well as past tense spellings, plural spellings, homophones, double
consonants, and 32 suffixes. The basic idea is to read and spell all the sounds
that are the basic building blocks of all words, equipping children to decode
larger, more challenging words. Lessons are entertaining and filled with fun
cartoons to help drive lessons home. Daily practice involves a whiteboard and
markers (not included), and finger mapping (using fingers to build a visual
representation of the sounds in a word).
Each week a new sound is presented and
reviewed for 10-15 minutes over the next 3 days, with an assessment on the 5th
day. One sound is taught at a time but all the ways to spell that sound are
also taught at that same time. Use alone or with the colorful Teaching Cards.
These cards illustrate 154 sound spellings in 22 categories. All spellings for
that particular sound are shown together in single sentences. This is an
amazingly creative way to help children learn the differences and relationships
between sounds and spellings!
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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.
