WriteShop® Junior teaches 10 different types of writing,
such as mystery, science fiction, narratives, and nonfiction reports using an
incremental, step-by-step approach. You’ll find lesson schedule options: a
standard 3-week lesson/ 30-week plan or the accelerated 2 week per
lesson/ 20-week plan. The flexible nature and focus on skills make selecting
the best starting point straightforward. The author recommends choosing the
level that fits best with the child's thinking skills and not only
his grammar, writing, or spelling skills. Key concepts are taught in all levels
so children will not feel like they have "missed" something. Upper
elementary ages (8-11 years) would begin with Level
D if they need to learn to identify and use proper grammar and
punctuation, brainstorming and paragraph writing, writing research-based
articles, or revising their own work. Children who know basic sentence
structure and paragraph skills would begin with Level
E,which introduces five paragraph later in the course. Level
F is recommended for
children fluent in basic paragraph skills. Five paragraph writing is taught (or
reviewed) about 2/3 of the way through. This level can also be a good fit for
an older student who needs more time to work on foundational writing skills like
narrowing the topic, using graphic organizers, improving sentence length,
developing characters, setting, plot, using dialogue or writing five paragraph
compositions and research reports. Children comfortable with these skills are
ready for the Writeshop®
writing program.
The Teacher Guide contains schedules, materials
lists, teaching tips for hands-on projects and writing skills used, the lesson,
and activity instructions. Student Worksheets include prewriting
activities, brainstorming pages, journal prompts, skill building activities,
reading logs, and more. Each student needs their own student pages and Fold-N
Go grammar cards. Fold-N-Go Grammar Pack contains colorful papers to
assemble into grammar and writing flipbooks. The Time-Saver Pack includes
ready-made materials instead of making your own. To use the program, you’ll
need the TG, the Worksheet Pack, the Fold-n-Go, and the Time-Saver Pack, which
are all included in the Sets. For each additional child, consider an
extra Fold-N-Go.
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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.
