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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.
Watching little caterpillars grow, form chrysalides, and change into beautiful butterflies is fun and fascinating! Get an up-close view of every stage as you grow your own butterflies with this Butterfly Farm from Insect Lore. The kit includes a butterfly habitat with a fabric panel showing the stages in the life cycle of a butterfly, a voucher for free Painted Lady caterpillars, a feeding dropper, and a chrysalis station log (comes with shipment of caterpillars). The butterfly habitat is a pop-up tent measuring 12" x 12". It has clear plastic on one side and fabric mesh on the other three sides for easy viewing, with a zipper door on the side for easy access. The voucher is redeemable at InsectLore.com. They will send you a cup of 5 baby caterpillars and a chrysalis station log free of charge, shipping included. Note: Caterpillars can only be shipped within the Continental United States and Alaska. ~ Rachel
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Publisher's Description of Butterfly Farm
BUTTERFLY FARM-To celebrate 50 years, Insect Lore has a created a NEW limited-edition Butterfly Farm!
Insect Lore has been successfully providing children and adults alike the wonder of metamorphosis for 50 years! Our newest butterfly kit includes a one-of-a-kind Butterfly Farm habitat, everything you need to raise your own caterpillars, and a voucher to redeem for your free cup of caterpillars at any time! There is no redemption fee and shipping is included. The voucher never expires.
Butterfly Farm includes:
Pop-up habitat with ultra-clear panel ideal for viewing Painted Lady butterflies
Tuck away panel on habitat showing all 4 stages of metamorphosis
Read Me voucher to redeem for your cup of five baby caterpillars with all the food they need at no additional fee. Shipping is included.
Deluxe Chrysalis Station Log. This item comes with your Cup of Caterpillars when your voucher is redeemed.
Feeding dropper
Caterpillar Quick Guide
Budding Entomologist STEM Activity Journal full of immersive activities
Please note: this kit does not contain live insects.
We cannot ship to Hawaii, Mexico, Canada or Puerto Rico.