Purposeful Design Spelling Plus (3rd Edition) is a
colorful, Christian spelling program that teaches spelling through phonetic,
visual, and semantic approaches. Carefully selected high-frequency words are
presented in engaging themes with challenging vocabulary and practical
exercises.
The program progresses logically from strong phonics
emphasis in the early grades to visual patterns in the middle grades and word
roots/affixes in the upper grades.
Key Curriculum Features:
36
weekly lessons with 4 pages of activities per lesson
Progressive
word lists: 10 words per list in Grade 1 to 23 words per list in Grade 6
Consistent
weekly pattern: pretest, phonics review, word study, writing extension,
and posttest
Built-in
review every sixth lesson
Proofreading
and editing practice in upper levels
Integration
of handwriting practice with manuscript in early grades and cursive in
later grades
Program Components:
Student
Worktexts: Colorful, consumable books with lessons, activities, and a
personal spelling dictionary section
Teacher
Editions: Reduced student pages with answers, teaching notes,
enrichment ideas, and access to downloadable blackline masters
Purposeful Design Spelling Plus stands out for its
balanced, multi-sensory approach and strong vocabulary development. It is an
excellent choice for Christian homeschool families seeking a thorough,
well-organized spelling program with meaningful writing application.
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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.
