Little Hands to Heaven (ages 2-5) and Resource Options
Little Hands to Heaven (ages 2-5) and Resource Options
Description
Little Hands to Heaven (ages 2-5) is a complete,
biblically-based curriculum that combines Bible stories and activities with
developmentally-appropriate subject areas into daily lessons.
Author Carrie Austin offers a thoughtfully designed course
with a flexible framework and educationally sound lessons. The lesson
activities correlate to the Bible story, forming a complete, Bible-based
lesson. The 33 weekly units are divided into daily increments. No seasonal
content is included so you can begin at any time. Each unit is laid out very
simply, with the activities organized into different boxes on the page (for a
great, at-a-glance look at your week) with short and simple directions given for
each. Activities emphasize hands-on and full-body activities that develop gross
and fine motor skills. They require no (or very little) prep time using
around-the-house items.
The guide is available separately, or in three age-level
packages combined with required resources. It is an easy-to-implement,
enjoyable curriculum that fits easily into your day.
Note: This is the first course of the Heart of Dakota
program. The publisher is currently in the process of revising Little
Hearts for His Glory (K-2) and Beyond Little Hearts for His Glory (1-3).
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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.
