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2024 Almanac of Fun
SKU
078751
ISBN
9781644729199
Grade 1-4
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Teaching Method
Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
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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
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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.
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Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
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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.
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Everything you need is included.
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Description
This creative and intriguing almanac features loads of fun activities and information. Included are chronological (according to day of the month) tidbits of date related facts, such as “March 14 (3/4) is celebrated as Pi Day because 3, 1, and 4 are the first three digits of the mathematical symbol (Pi symbol)." Also included are activities like, “Shark Awareness Day: This Day celebrates these fascinating and diverse creatures and their important role in keeping the oceans healthy... Celebrate by making this shark treasure box!" This book involves a multitude of activities such as cooking a special meal, collecting rocks, going on an adventure, solving spot the difference puzzles, word puzzles, science experiments, and the list goes on! Covers a wide variety of genres, sports, countries, ethnicities, and more! Kids will love the myriad of information found in this full-color book. Answers to activities are in the back. 303 pgs, pb. ~ Brianna
Publisher's Description of 2024 Almanac of Fun
The Highlights Almanac of Fun is back and updated for 2024. With over 300 pages of Highlights puzzles and activities, this book will inspire kids 6 and up to celebrate traditional and wacky holidays, historical anniversaries, world events and little moments in between.
Kids will love puzzling their way through each month while learning lots of interesting facts and celebrating all kinds of occasions — from National Noodle Month to World Emoji Day. Combining the challenge of puzzle books and the wholesome humor of Highlights joke books, the Almanac of Fun features an engaging variety of games, quizzes, recipes, riddles and more screen-free fun.
The 2024 Almanac of Fun invites families to get creative and make lasting memories together. It’s designed to spark kids’ curiosity by delivering interesting facts in daily doses, encouraging kids to read for fun and explore the world around them. Like all Highlights activity books, the Almanac of Fun is curated by childhood experts to bring kids meaningful benefits and maximum fun.
Kids will love puzzling their way through each month while learning lots of interesting facts and celebrating all kinds of occasions — from National Noodle Month to World Emoji Day. Combining the challenge of puzzle books and the wholesome humor of Highlights joke books, the Almanac of Fun features an engaging variety of games, quizzes, recipes, riddles and more screen-free fun.
The 2024 Almanac of Fun invites families to get creative and make lasting memories together. It’s designed to spark kids’ curiosity by delivering interesting facts in daily doses, encouraging kids to read for fun and explore the world around them. Like all Highlights activity books, the Almanac of Fun is curated by childhood experts to bring kids meaningful benefits and maximum fun.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | HIghlights Press |
| Grades: | 1-4 |
| ISBN: | 9781644729199 |
| Length in Inches: | 9 |
| Width in Inches: | 6 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.25 |
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