The Curriculum
•Emphasizes interrelationship of the content of subjects presented
•Assures comprehension by unifying the language arts — reading, spelling, speaking, listening, composition, and paragraph analysis
•Releases teaching time for a broadened curriculum because of success the students achieve in language arts
•Awakens the mental image
•Develops rhythm in speech and reading
•Aims for independence and accomplishment in study
•Appreciates every individual
•Avoids pressure and rivalry
•Spares the student nervous strain and tension because competition is not a part of the learning experience
•Maintains a cheery, calm atmosphere in which the student develops powers of concentration and works in a relaxed manner
Speech
Excellence of diction and enunciation
Clarity and fluency of expression
Vocabulary
Development of a speaking vocabulary
A vocabulary program for every grade
Reading
Vocabulary development to assure an accurate, vivid mental image of words in context
A phonic basis to provide essential tools for decoding words
Rapidity of reading with rhythm and understanding
Comprehension Techniques
Rhythmic grouping of words within sentences
Emphasis upon key word of sentence to indicate understanding
Classification of key word to express the main idea of the sentence
Summarization of sentence, paragraph, and chapter
Questions to ascertain literal understanding and to cultivate critical thinking ability
Recall of material read
Organization of material read
Spelling
Phonic basis used in reading utilized in encoding, or spelling
Application of rules of grammar
Dictation of paragraphs for beneficial exercise of spelling skills
Writing
Printing
Avoidance of confusion through clarity and unique sequence in presenting and developing printing skills
Construction, not copying, of letters for achieving mastery and self-confidence
Cursive writing, penmanship
Language
Functional grammar that serves as a tool of comprehension
Verbal and written communication of ideas
Composition
Guided — to achieve mastery in logical presentation of ideas
Free — to foster creativity in an artistic sense
Literature
Prose
Poetry
Drama
Games to enrich understanding and awareness of subjects studied
Plays according to grade and maturity level
Participation by all pupils
Mathematics
Basic arithmetic
Understanding language of numbers
Fluency of expression
Accuracy of thought
Understanding concepts of our number system
Practice of basic skills
Practice in problem solving
Contemporary mathematics
Metric system of measurement
Geography
The United States
The world — studies of every continent
Outlines for study of countries
History
American history
Background of western civilization
Ancient times
Modern history
Biographies of outstanding persons
Science
Science in rhyme as an introduction
Learning to live as a study of individuals and their environment
Elementary science as a basis for growth in knowledge of branches of science
Practical experiments to enhance understanding and clarify concepts
Observation of natural phenomena
Physical Education
Development of the individual
An individual as a member of a team
Good sportsmanship
Posture exercises
French
Basic vocabulary
Fundamental grammar
French songs
French stories for dramatization
Music
Fundamentals of sightsinging
Variety of songs
Major and minor keys
Rhythm and phrasing
Appreciation of beauty of music
Art
Experience with different media
Periods of instruction
Periods of self-expression
Appreciation of beauty of art
You are welcome to speak with the principal of your local CARDEN SCHOOL® with respect to Carden offered in your community.
A CARDEN SCHOOL® is locally owned and operated. There is no franchise. Each school preserves its own individuality while continuing under the guidance of the Foundation, which provides Carden educational programs and materials. (Online Video marketing and Design by www.DegagneDesign.com )
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