Language Lessons for Grammar Students Fable & Song, a
comprehensive classical grammar and composition course, is based on the fable
exercise of the ancient progymnasmata rhetorical exercises. The twenty-eight lessons are based on
Aesop’s fables (12), poems (12, mostly from Robert Louis Stevenson) and
parables (4 from the Bible). Language arts coverage includes literary analysis
(basic components of a story/poem), grammar and word usage, style aspects,
imitation of a worthy literary model (retelling), the writing sequence (plan,
write, revise), and copywork. The Student Book is consumable and provides the daily lessons.
Instructional text is written directly to the student. Assignments are included
with space provided for writing. Actual compositions (retellings) and copywork
are completed on separate paper. Flashcards are encouraged for grammar review
and reinforcement.
You can make your own or a set is available as a free
download from the publisher’s website. The Teaching Helps book provides
detailed instructions for copywork, grammar, composition, and literary/poetry
analysis, notes and teacher tips, and answers where needed.
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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.
