Written to
meet the needs of 21st century students, myWorld Interactive
Social Studies is engaging, adaptable, and research-based. This is a
recently updated secular social studies program and parents may want to preview
the content to ensure it aligns with your family's beliefs. There are 2 components to the program: the
consumable, softcover Worktext and the Online Digital Component. Purchase
includes both components, and they are not sold separately.
Vibrantly
illustrated, the Student Worktext provides lesson readings, comprehension
checks, and a variety of other interactive activities. Many activities refer to
working with a partner but homeschool families should easily be able to
complete the activities. Some group activities are also mentioned, which can be
adapted or skipped without problems. This course is quite adaptable for various
learning situations and styles. Throughout the Worktext, icons direct the
student to go online to use the digital resources. Digital resources vary by
grade and lesson. Short video clips, audios, games, online assignments (called
interactivity), and the like are identified. That said, there are some
fantastic resources in the worktexts! Using Level 5B as my reference, there is
an entire unit on Geography/Map Skills, a Writing Workshop, lists of people to
know (biography potential), numerous graphs and charts, and primary sources,
where students can read the documents themselves – not someone’s
interpretation. Illustrations are culturally sensitive and inclusive
representing multiethnic peoples, diverse cultures, and extended as well as blended
families.
Online
resources include the previously mentioned student resources, assessments,
e-texts in Spanish, and the Teacher Resources. These resources make it easy for
older students to work independently without being on the vastness of the internet.
There is also a multisensory element to this program that will appeal to a
variety of learners. Teacher resources are only available on the digital
platform and include a wealth of helpful resources including a full teacher
guide with lesson plan summaries; editable student worksheets and chapter
tests; hands-on activities; leveled readers with lesson plans; and other
general resources such as graphic organizers, maps, and correlations to
national standards. Answers are found in the Teacher Edition e-text or more
conveniently under each chapter or topic section. Students do not have access
to answers. Sold as a homeschool bundle that includes a student text and
one-year access to the Savvasrealize.com digital platform. ~ Sara/Deanne
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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.
