Drawn into the Heart of Reading is a flexible,
literature-based reading program that teaches literary elements and character
traits through quality books chosen by you!
Designed for multi-age use, this program allows you to use
recommended or personally selected literature, work at your own pace, and
choose activities that best fit your family. It is ideal for homeschoolers who
want a gentle, customizable approach to developing strong readers and thinkers.
Key Curriculum Features:
Highly
flexible for use with any quality literature you choose
Multi-age
and multi-year friendly, perfect for families with children of different
ages
Nine
units per level covering essential literary elements (character, setting,
conflict, theme, point of view, cause & effect, inference, and more)
Teaches
students to evaluate characters and stories through the lens of Godly
character traits
Three
levels of instruction (basic, intermediate, and advanced) for easy
differentiation
Variety
of engaging activities including discussions, creative projects,
pre-reading exercises, and more
Recommended
reading lists organized by reading level and gender preference
Program Components:
One
main Teacher Guide per level containing all instructions, activity ideas,
and discussion questions
No
consumable student books required; students use their own chosen
literature
Optional
record-keeping pages and activity sheets
Drawn into the Heart of Reading stands out for its flexibility,
gentle Charlotte Mason-inspired approach, and focus on building a love of good
literature while nurturing Godly character. It is an excellent choice for
homeschool families who want a customizable, literature-rich reading program
without a rigid structure.
Browse all levels of Drawn into the Heart of Reading
below!
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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.
