This revised edition Purple Level of Grammar for
the Well-Trained Mind provides 36 weeks’ worth of grammar curriculum using a
mastery-based approach. Grammar rules are clearly defined. Review is regular. Grammar
practice pulls excerpts from history books, as well as quotations from excellent
authors such as William Shakespeare, Howard Pyle, and Melville. This edition is
so user friendly; graphic layout and teacher directions are easily found and
followed. After a fairly thorough look, it appeared that the methodology and
content from the previous level has not changed.
As with each of the levels, from week 20 on, the grammar
challenge becomes more difficult. No worries! The author recommends going at
your own pace. Since you start with the color of your choosing, you’ll get an
annual rotation of concepts (from the course’s beginning to end). Another option
is to follow the publisher’s alternative
suggestion that spirals on the first 40 lessons. Either way, when your
choice of goals is completed, move on to the next color (with coordinating
answer key) in the series. The series is designed for spiral review from year
to year. Also, regular reviews occur every three weeks, starting at week 28.
Note: review weeks are designed to be taken slowly. The student workbook
is reproducible only for use within your own household.
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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.
