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Child Tested Suggested Book List
SKU
046287
ISBN
9781880045473
Grade K-12
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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.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
$32.95 
Description
From the author of Spell to Write and Read, Wanda Sanseri along with her husband Gary wrote this handy resource full of quality book suggestions for all grade levels. The reading suggestions are grouped by ages, with junior/senior high levels grouped together. In Appendix A, you will find an alphabetical list of highlighted books, and a short synopsis for each book. Appendix B lists ten principles for selecting books, aids for finding quality books, and worthwhile book series to explore. The list of books is worth collecting for your home library or searching for at your local library! ~ Gina
Publisher's Description of Child Tested Suggested Book List
This long awaited, greatly expanded revision of our 1991 book list uncovers child tested treasures read and cherished by the Sanseri family. Books mold minds. The challenge is finding good ones for you and your family.
Graphs of recommended books range from kindergarten to adult level and are organized alphabetically by author.
Appendix A includes reviews of forty-five of the recommended books highlighted with an asterisk in the grade level chart.
Appendix B helps you expand your own personal search by providing:
• principles for selecting books
• other aids for finding quality books
• worthwhile book series to explore or design
* A final index lists all the books alphabetically by title.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Back Home Industries |
| Grades: | K-12 |
| ISBN: | 9781880045473 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.875 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.375 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.45 |
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