View Horizons Scope and Sequence - Odyssey Academy
View Horizons Scope and Sequence - Odyssey Academy
View Horizons Scope and Sequence - Odyssey Academy
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What Makes<strong>Horizons</strong> Effective?Engaging lessons <strong>and</strong> a variety of activities make learning fun, <strong>and</strong>complete teacher materials make it easy to ensure your student’s progress.Since teacher/student interaction is an integral part of this program, boththe teacher <strong>and</strong> student materials are necessary for a comprehensiveexposure to concepts.Not every child learns as easily with one given method of presentation.Therefore, <strong>Horizons</strong> incorporates a balance of the best methods ofinstruction.Higher Reasoning AbilitiesAnalytical reasoning skills are used in making daily decisions.Beginning with the intro duction of each concept, <strong>Horizons</strong> teachesthese thinking skills to help students gain a complete under st<strong>and</strong>ing ofthe concept. Students begin to reason from the principles taught in<strong>Horizons</strong> lessons <strong>and</strong> apply them to real-life situations.“H<strong>and</strong>s-On” Learning (Manipulatives)Some students can better visualize the application of principles byphysically demonstrating them. H<strong>and</strong>s-on learning, or tactile memory,is included in <strong>Horizons</strong> through the use of manipulatives.Teacher’s Guides contain daily lists of activities <strong>and</strong> inexpensivematerials which can be used for h<strong>and</strong>s-on learning.Memorization <strong>and</strong> Drill<strong>Horizons</strong> Mathematics stresses memorization of basic math facts <strong>and</strong>computational skills. Students will progress rapidly when they caninstantly recall basic math facts. A built-in repetition/review cyclemakes the process simple to follow. Drill is used to reinforce theconcepts being introduced.Language Skills<strong>Horizons</strong> language curricula contain concepts designed toencourage <strong>and</strong> enrich basic language proficiency. The colorful <strong>and</strong>comprehensive lessons in the Phonics <strong>and</strong> Reading, Spelling <strong>and</strong>Vocabulary, <strong>and</strong> Penmanship programs make learning communicationbasics fun. Vocabulary is broadened while learning spelling skills.Practicing spelling, printing, <strong>and</strong> cursive writing help youngerchildren learn written communication. The Phonics <strong>and</strong> Readingprogram builds essential skills needed in the early elementary years.What Makes <strong>Horizons</strong>Teacher’s Guides so Unique?The Teacher’s Guide Is Complete <strong>and</strong> User-friendlyThe sequence of each <strong>Horizons</strong> Teacher’s Guide will take you step-by-stepthrough an entire year. It contains activities not found in the student textsthat are important for the accomplishment of the curriculum objectives. Italso contains many extra features that you can choose to customize or adaptto your own style of teaching.Concepts <strong>and</strong> Objectives Are Clearly Defined <strong>and</strong>Simply StatedThe concepts covered in each lesson are defined <strong>and</strong> listed in the order inwhich they appear. Expectations for student performance <strong>and</strong> progress aregiven for each lesson. Should a student fall behind, diagnosis <strong>and</strong> remedyare easily accomplished. There are even helps like the Appearance ofConcepts table to tell you exactly where each concept is used.Readiness Evaluation Test IncludedA readiness evaluation test is included in the Teacher’s Guide for MathGrades 1-6. This test is designed to help you know the strengths <strong>and</strong>weaknesses of each student at the beginning of each grade level.Complete Daily Lesson Guides Eliminate TeacherGuessworkEach activities section provides detailed instructions that take theguesswork out of teaching. The items in this section of the Teacher’sGuide directly correlate to the activities in the student book. Instructionalexamples are pro vided for activities. Materials <strong>and</strong> equipment needed toteach are clearly listed.Teaching Tips Help the Veteran <strong>and</strong> the NoviceTeacherAny teacher can be a “pro” by using these step-by-step tips on activitiesfor each lesson. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or a novice, you’llappreciate the hours of time-saving organization this resource provides.Worksheets Provide Proper Drill <strong>and</strong> PracticeReproducible worksheets provide drill for initial learning, extra practice,or individual challenges. Easy access to answers for the student lessons isprovided in a h<strong>and</strong>y format in your Teacher’s Guide.Note: These details do not pertain to <strong>Horizons</strong> Physical Education <strong>and</strong> Health.3