Alpha Shapes

SKU
083158
ISBN
9781452164847
Grade PK-AD
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
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Other Materials Optional
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Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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Warning
Choking Hazard
  • Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description

This box of unique, beautiful wooden blocks offers adults and kids alike hours of creative fun. The 39 pieces with 11 different shapes can be combined to form all the letters in the alphabet, which can in turn be combined to create messages for display at work or at home. The colorful shapes can help kids learn the alphabet and first words through interactive play. A good manipulative set that comes with a box with a sliding lid, and an insert that shows how to properly store the blocks and how to make the letters of the alphabet. There are 6 different non-toxic paint colors used on the blocks. The shapes and sizes are as follows by inch:

  • Right Triangle (2 – red, blue) 1½, 11 1/8, ¾
  • Semi-circle (1 – yellow) 2 1/8, 1 1/8, ¾
  • Right Rectangle (4 – pink, blue, light aqua blue, red) 2¼, 1 1/8, ¾
  • Rectangle with rounded end and a flat end (5 - pink, green, red, yellow, light aqua blue) 2¼, 1 1/8, ¾
  • Small Rectangle (3 – red, blue, light aqua blue) 1 1/8, ¾, ¾
  • Medium Rectangle (7 – 2 blue, red, yellow, green, pink, light aqua blue) 1½, ¾, ¾
  • Large Rectangle (3 – green, yellow, blue) 2¼, ¾, ¾
  • Square (6 – 2 pinks, 2 light aqua blue, red, green) ¾ square
  • Square (2 – pink, blue) 1 1/8, ¾, ¾
  • L Shape (4 – red, green, yellow, light aqua blue) 2¼, 1½, ¾
  • One quarter circle (2 – blue) 1 1/8, 1 1/8, ¾

Publisher's Description of Alpha Shapes
This modern twist on alphabet blocks offers a new way to see the beauty of letterforms. Adults and children alike can build letters and words out of the 39 colorful wooden pieces, spelling out names or creating personalized messages for display.
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Product Format:Other
Brand:Chronicle Books
Grades:PK-AD
ISBN:9781452164847
Length in Inches:5
Width in Inches:12.375
Height in Inches:1.125
Weight in Pounds:1.45
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