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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.
Sensory Steps are a captivating way to spark
your child's imagination and sensory exploration! These textured sensory stepping
stones, inspired by five diverse ecosystems—Forest, Fields, River, Desert, and
Ocean—intrigue children as they jump, touch, and discover the intricate
patterns on the pads. Each step offers a unique tactile experience, promoting
sensory development and fostering a connection to nature. The possibilities for
play are endless: encourage balance and focus with stepping stone challenges,
test sensory recognition with blindfolded guessing games, create textured art
impressions, or even design indoor hopscotch courses. The compact size and
included storage bag make them perfect for playrooms, classrooms, or on-the-go
adventures. ~Alex
Publisher's Description of Playzone-fit Sensory Steps
Playzone-fit’s Sensory Steps will stimulate your child’s sense of touch as they jump from one texture to another and feel the different patterns. By engaging with different textures, kids will be stimulating sensors within muscles and joints, sparking activity between their brain and skin.
Each texture is inspired by a different ecosystem to help them connect with nature. The five different nature ecosystems are Forest: tree bark with ants; Fields: honeycomb; River: alligator; Desert: rocks and fossils; and Ocean: coral.
The Sensory Steps are designed for open-ended play to encourage children to be as creative as possible. The more they are encouraged to use them in different ways, the more excited they will become to play.
Different ways to play with Sensory Steps:
Use as stepping stones to encourage balance and concentration as they try to jump from one to another without touching the floor
Kids can close their eyes and place their feet or hands on each and name the texture they are touching
Place a piece of construction paper over a step and use a crayon to color over the different textures
Press into play dough or wet sand to make art
Pair with another set of Sensory Steps to play hopscotch indoors