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Language Mechanic
SKU
005005
ISBN
9780894557613
Grade 4-7
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Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
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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).
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Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
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Everything you need is included.
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$25.99 
Description
A lighter, more enjoyable approach than your typical grammar lesson. Every lesson begins with a sentence that breaks the rule for that lesson, resulting in a humorous sentence, to show students what happens when you don't follow the language rules. Then, by applying the rule, the same sentence is written correctly. Guided activities follow to give the student practice at applying the rule. Even more practice is given in fun, independent exercises in which the student interprets logic clues to utilize the newly learned rule. Topics covered include capitalization, run-on sentences, agreement, modifiers, pronouns, verbs, unnecessary words, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary and more. Answers are provided, and worksheets are reproducible for your own use. ~ Stephanie
Publisher's Description of Language Mechanic
Is there any logic to the rules for grammar? Yes! The lessons and activities in this 184-page book use fun examples to teach English grammar and punctuation. It not only teaches the rules of language mechanics; it reinforces the rules by explaining the logic behind them. This book shows examples and gives practice in applying the rules. Finally, students will understand the "why" behind the rules of the English language!
Lessons begin with a "grabber"–a humorous miscommunication that results when a rule is broken. These examples are followed by an explanation of the specific rule, the logic behind it, and guided and independent practice. This book includes presentation and reinforcement suggestions, answers, a glossary, and a compare/contrast organizer.
Contents
• Capitalization
• Run-Ons
• Fragments
• Pronouns
• Modifiers
• Verbs
• Agreement
• Unnecessary Words
• Punctuation
• Friendly Letter
• Spelling
• Vocabulary
Lessons begin with a "grabber"–a humorous miscommunication that results when a rule is broken. These examples are followed by an explanation of the specific rule, the logic behind it, and guided and independent practice. This book includes presentation and reinforcement suggestions, answers, a glossary, and a compare/contrast organizer.
Contents
• Capitalization
• Run-Ons
• Fragments
• Pronouns
• Modifiers
• Verbs
• Agreement
• Unnecessary Words
• Punctuation
• Friendly Letter
• Spelling
• Vocabulary
Category Description for Combined Grammar, Usage, Mechanics - Supplemental
These materials are also comprehensive in scope but are supplemental as opposed to more complete programs.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback Book |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Critical Thinking Company |
| Author: | M.A. Hockett |
| Grades: | 4-7 |
| ISBN: | 9780894557613 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.35 |
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