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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.
Designed to be used with the Handwriting Without Tears program, this double-sided slate measures 17" x 10". Two lines (which are 2.5" apart) run parallel across the slate, and you can use chalk to give examples or practice handwriting over and over again. The same line configuration is present on both sides of the slate. Durable and reusable, this is a great handwriting teaching tool. Chalk not included.
Lessons start with the
simplest form—capital letters first—grouped together by how they are formed.
This volume contains 36 pages focused on capitals. Then, students move to
learning lower case. By year’s end, students are tracing an individual letter
(both in upper and lower case) in provided sentences. The strongly
recommended Teacher Book guides parents in using the unique
methodology and provides step-by-step lessons, along with reading and writing
connections. The easily identifiable teaching directions are scripted. Using
the Teacher Book along with the student text and manipulatives is
strongly recommended. Students will learn proper hand grip and letter
formation, using the student consumable. The necessary manipulatives (see
package KSK25B) include the Letters to Words Blackboard Set; the blackboard
with double lines; slate chalkboard with chalk bits; little sponge cubes; the
pencil for little hands; and teaching songs (available for free on YouTube®).
Other manipulative options such as the Magic C Bunny Puppet
or the Student
Manipulative Pack are also available. You can add these options in,
depending on your student’s need.
