Primer Memory Statement Cards (2nd Edition; DIGITAL ONLY)

Gentle + Classical Primer has been designed for students in Kindergarten through 1st grade to explore literature, Creation science, scripture, catechism, math, poetry, art, music, and classic nursery rhymes in a gentle, classical way - combining the best that Classical Education and the Charlotte Mason philosophy have to offer. This Primer Memory Statement Cards are included in the complete Primer Bundle. Please do not add this to cart if you are/have already purchased the complete bundle.  Who's it for? The Primer Memory Statement Cards are for families who are using the 2nd edition of Primer. They include the memory statements (or recitations) with coordinating visual prompts for art, music, character, catechism, scripture, manners & hygiene, math, nursery rhymes, and wonder tales and are correlated to the topics scheduled in the 2nd Edition of Primer.  These cards were not created to align with or work fluidly with the original/first edition of G+C Primer. If you choose to purchase them and seek to align with the original version of Primer, please do so knowing that digital files are non-refundable, and we cannot offer you support in aligning them with the content of the first edition. In order to utilize this resource, we highly encourage families to either fully upgrade to the second edition OR use the first edition as it already is. A comparison of the first and second editions can be found below.  What's Included? This product is DIGITAL ONLY. If you prefer the cards to be in printed format, please choose the second edition full Primer Bundle instead. The Primer Memory Statement Cards equip you to build a Memory Statement Board in your home to foster attention, articulation skills, and memory skills using these beautifully designed cards covering the following subjects: Math, Character + Catechism, Scripture, Art + Music, Wonder Tales, Creation Science, and Nursery Rhymes. Digital: 118 pages The cards are not stand alone and should be used in conjunction with the teacher's guide linked in the next section (at minimum). They are not currently being offered as individual subjects, but if that changes, we will notify subscribers via email. Teacher's Guide + Book List + Sample The Teacher’s Guide to Gentle + Classical Primer is available as a FREE PDF download. We highly recommend downloading and reviewing it before making any purchases. The full book list needed for the year is included in the guide. You can also find a two-unit sample available on that page as well.  First Edition vs Second Edition FAQ & Chart We have received many questions about potentially upgrading from the first edition or confusion over the difference between the old and new editions. We want you to have ALL the information, so let's walk through it.  Let's first compare what is the SAME (though the sequencing is different in some categories):  Wonder Tale Selections (with a couple of minor tweaks) Nursery Rhymes Selections (with a couple of minor tweaks) Manners & Hygiene (some poems changed) Catechisms (some wording was tweaked) Artists and Composers and their works Seven Elements of Art (and most of their activities) Scripture Memory Core Resources: The Ology, The Complete Brambly Hedge, Songs for Saplings Three Virtues: Kindness, Self-Control, Faithfulness Art Prints Storyboards (though they've been slightly re-organized) What is DIFFERENT or NEW: Sequence of the wonder tales Updated or New Core Resources: A Child's Introduction to the Orchestra (new edition), The Kingdom of God (Bible), The Things God Made (science, optional) Updated and simplified Teacher's Guide that gives more context and educational philosophy background on each subject covered in Primer New: Primer Companion Reader - Includes ALL wonder tales, manners and hygiene poems, hymns, nursery rhymes, and science stories and poems to either replace many previously required picture books or compliment them (depending on your preferences) New: Days of Creation Science - Replaces the need for an additional curriculum for science only and works as a perfect "primer" for many strands of science like botany, zoology, marine biology, astronomy, geology, physics, and anatomy New: Art & Activity Guide- This guide combines 4-day, weekly planning grids and the art-learning activities with suggested science activities, crafts/handicrafts, and scripted art instruction guidance. It also includes "connect" questions which prompt narration and socratic discussion (yes, even in Kindergarten!) New: Clickable Links PDF: This simple digital-use PDF provides a one-page reference for each unit and links to: read alouds of pictures books of wonder tales, science teaching videos, scripture memory songs, hymns, and any additional resources or read-alouds important for the unit.  Updated Memory Statement Cards with refreshed layouts, fonts to match our other curriculum, and more beautiful visuals to enjoy and engage your children during recitations For your convenience, below is an image that gives a side-by-side comparison which might be helpful as well.  The original Primer is a beautiful, robust, and virtue-enriching year of study for any young child. While we would be happy for your to join us in the 2nd Edition of Primer, please be encouraged that if you already own and have used and are comfortable with the first edition, you are not "missing out" to stick with what you know!  FAQ: Is there a special coupon for those who upgrade from the first edition? A: Sorry, but there is not. Our steeply reduced rates at initial launch were designed to make the jump from the first edition to the second as painless as possible for those who want to make the change. Can I buy the components of the new bundle individually?  A: You will be able to purchase them individually in digital format beginning in May or June 2025 at their normal full price. They will not be available individually in print format. Can I combine the new and old editions? A: Friend, you can try but we don't see any real benefit to that. The goal of the new edition is simplicity, reduced planning, and easier implementation. By taking the two editions and trying to "synch" them up, you're making much unnecessary work for yourself. We highly encourage sticking with the old or upgrading to the new but not working to piecemeal them together. If you do chose to combine them, please know that we cannot offer support for this. I hope that these answers and resources will make choosing easier for you! Please remember to look through the new Teacher's Guide thoroughly and be sure to check out the TWO UNIT sample of the primary "pieces" to see how this new format works. Enter your email on THIS WEBSITE to download the Teacher's Guide and the two-unit sample.