Download or read book Building Better Grammar written by Gina Baaklini Hogan and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Building Better series evolved with developmental students in mind; however, the textbooks are designed to be inexpensive and flexible enough that all college students or writing instructors can use them as a quick reference guide.
Download or read book Building Better Grammar written by Gina Hogan and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2012-01-06 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teaching grammar in blocks as part of a building activity provides students with an easy to remember image that helps them understand and apply good sentence construction. This building process helps students see how each grammar concept or building block sets the foundation for the next concept or building block; as a result, their confidence in writing grows the more they learn and practice. As the first book of the Building Better series, Building Better Grammar builds students' knowledge of effective sentence construction to get them to the next step of putting sentences together successfully for coherent paragraphs and essays. The Building Better series developed out of a need to help more students succeed in learning to write effectively. This technique of building writing makes the writing process a manageable one because it allows students to practice each concept or block separately, to see how it shapes subsequent blocks, and to increase their understanding and confidence along the way. Many writing books present grammar content too complexly without enough opportunities for practice, or present so many topics that simply overwhelm the student. The Building Better series evolved with developmental students in mind; the textbooks are designed to be flexible enough that all college students or writing instructors can use them as a quick reference guide. Instructors looking for a rich focus on sentence construction, simple and brief explanations that are easy to remember, and variety of practice exercises will find it in Building Better Grammar. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Download or read book Better Sentence Writing in 30 Minutes a Day written by Dianna Campbell and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Better Sentence Writing in 30 Minutes a Day features clear discussions of rules and strategies for good writing. Concise explanations and an abundance of exercises reinforce the skills necessary for strong written communication. From filling in the blanks to joining short sentences into longer and more graceful combinations, this book will improve all writing capabilities. An answer key in the back encourages self-paced learning.
Download or read book Mechanically Inclined written by Jeff Anderson and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-10-10 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some teachers love grammar and some hate it, but nearly all struggle to find ways of making the mechanics of English meaningful to kids. As a middle school teacher, Jeff Anderson also discovered that his students were not grasping the basics, and that it was preventing them from reaching their potential as writers. Jeff readily admits, “I am not a grammarian, nor am I punctilious about anything,” so he began researching and testing the ideas of scores of grammar experts in his classroom, gradually finding successful ways of integrating grammar instruction into writer's workshop. Mechanically Inclined is the culmination of years of experimentation that merges the best of writer's workshop elements with relevant theory about how and why skills should be taught. It connects theory about using grammar in context with practical instructional strategies, explains why kids often don't understand or apply grammar and mechanics correctly, focuses on attending to the “high payoff,” or most common errors in student writing, and shows how to carefully construct a workshop environment that can best support grammar and mechanics concepts. Jeff emphasizes four key elements in his teaching:short daily instruction in grammar and mechanics within writer's workshop;using high-quality mentor texts to teach grammar and mechanics in context;visual scaffolds, including wall charts, and visual cues that can be pasted into writer's notebooks;regular, short routines, like “express-lane edits,” that help students spot and correct errors automatically.Comprising an overview of the research-based context for grammar instruction, a series of over thirty detailed lessons, and an appendix of helpful forms and instructional tools, Mechanically Inclined is a boon to teachers regardless of their level of grammar-phobia. It shifts the negative, rule-plagued emphasis of much grammar instruction into one which celebrates the power and beauty these tools have in shaping all forms of writing.
Download or read book Tools Students Need to Be Skillful Writers written by Phyllis Hostmeyer and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2012-10-23 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diagram no more—inspire all your student writers! Imagine leaving behind the drudgery of diagramming sentences. Imagine, instead, joyful writers who are capable of revising their work and writing effectively. By taking writing down to its basic building block—a solid sentence—and advancing from there, students will develop confidence, enjoy creating sentences, and ultimately empower each other as writers. Lessons for Grades 3-12 include: A variety of sentence patterns presented in a logical sequence An explanation of each pattern′s structure and conventions Reinforcement activities and sample sentences for each pattern Activities to develop the necessary instructional vocabulary As students become engaged in the process, they will work toward: Meeting the Common Core State Standards for Language Arts Understanding and using basic sentence structures Recognizing what makes a sentence effective Learning to put sentences together to write effective paragraphs This indispensable handbook serves as a blueprint for instruction and unit development by emphasizing the end goal: preparing students to be effective writers. Along the way, all students, including English language learners, will gain the fluency and automaticity needed for effective daily writing and for success on high-stakes tests. "Hostmeyer provides the tools teachers need to make grammar instruction meaningful and engaging so students build the knowledge they need to craft not only sentences, but strong pieces of writing that meet the demands of the Common Core." —Carol Gallegos, Literacy Coach Hanford Elementary School District, Hanford, CA "The author′s knowledge of how students learn, passion for finding ways to teach sentence patterns, and willingness to share those strategies with the world all combine to make this a book that every writing teacher can use." —Norma Barber, Language Arts Teacher Ukiah School District 80R, Ukiah, OR
Download or read book Sentence A Period to Period Guide to Building Better Readers and Writers written by Geraldine Woods and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2021-03-16 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sometimes it’s better to start small, with a sentence. Every English teacher has experienced it: students staring at an empty page, seemingly paralyzed by a writing assignment. When this happens, it may be time to back off from the Big Idea approach to the art of reading and writing, and zero in on a single sentence. In this book, a master teacher offers a complete guide to a sentence-level approach. Helping students recognize the techniques that make sentences great is the first step, and there are plenty of examples here from YA novels, TV shows, and song lyrics as well as the novels, poetry, and nonfiction pieces that form the canon of middle and high school reading lists. Lesson plans include activities to introduce the featured element of style; questions to guide students in their analysis; and writing prompts and activities to spark students’ interest and creativity. With this Little-to-Big strategy, students move quickly from analysis of the words between two periods to the universe of ideas of which that sentence is a part. They may even be eager to write their own
Download or read book Sharp Grammar written by Kaplan and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-02-12 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features: A 10-question quiz in every chapter to show readers where they need the most help. Information on grammar, sentence structure, style, usage, punctuation, and mechanics. A variety of practice exercises with detailed answer explanations for every topic. A recognition and recall chapter test that includes material from the entire chapter to once again reinforce what the reader has learned on a large scale. Detailed answer explanations follow the chapter test. Chapter summaries for easy review.
Download or read book Building Better Grammer written by Gina Hogan and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Improve Your Grammar written by Rachel Bladon and published by Usborne Books. This book was released on 2004-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clear and simple explanations unravel the rules and regulations of the English language, as well as all the frustrating exceptions with special emphasis on tricky language problems, are enhanced with entertaining puzzles and quizzes for readers to check their progress.
Download or read book The Only Grammar Book You ll Ever Need written by Susan Thurman and published by Adams Media. This book was released on 2003-05-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need is the ideal resource for everyone who wants to produce writing that is clear, concise, and grammatically excellent. Whether you're creating perfect professional documents, spectacular school papers, or effective personal letters, you'll find this handbook indispensable. From word choice to punctuation to organization, English teacher Susan Thurman guides you through getting your thoughts on paper with polish. Using dozens of examples, The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need provides guidelines for: Understanding the parts of speech and elements of a sentence Avoiding the most common grammar and punctuation mistakes Using correct punctuating in every sentence Writing clearly and directly Approaching writing projects, whether big or small Easy to follow and authoritative, The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need provides all the necessary tools to make you successful with every type of written expression.
Download or read book Breaking the Rules written by Edgar Howard Schuster and published by Heinemann Educational Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author examines the topic of grammar, suggesting ways of teaching grammar rules that should never be broken, and identifying what he calls "myth rules" that are commonly taught but infrequently followed, and that can hinder students' interest in writing.
Download or read book Following the Plan written by Lela Birky and published by . This book was released on 1993-01-01 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Booklet of unit tests for Grade 5 Englis.
Download or read book Brehe s Grammar Anatomy written by Steven Brehe and published by . This book was released on 2018-12-31 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brehe's Grammar Anatomy makes grammar accessible to general and specialist readers alike. This book provides an in-depth look at beginner grammar terms and concepts, providing clear examples with limited technical jargon. Whether for academic or personal use, Brehe's Grammar Anatomy is the perfect addition to any resource library.Features:Practice exercises at the end of each chapter, with answers in the back of the book, to help students test and correct their comprehensionFull glossary and index with cross-referencesEasy-to-read language supports readers at every learning stage
Download or read book Great Writing 4 written by Keith S. Folse and published by Heinle ELT. This book was released on 2013-10-10 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Takes a step-by-step approach that centers on the essential processes and organizational strategies of teaching students how to effectively transition from paragraphs to essays.
Download or read book Building Better English 10 written by Mellie John and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Advanced Grammar Book Workbook written by Jocelyn Steer and published by Heinle&Heinle. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This best-seller presents grammatical structures through sophisticated and up-to-date contexts. The wide range of communicative activities, newly simplified charts, and an expanded writing section lead students from grammar recognition to production.
Download or read book Building Better Essays written by Gina Hogan and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2012-01-06 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teaching writing as part of a building activity provides students with an easy to remember image that helps them understand and apply good writing construction. This building process helps them see how each writing block sets the foundation for the next block; as a result, their confidence in writing skills grows. The first foundational block is writing correct sentences, the second, writing effective paragraphs, and finally writing effective essays. Just as actual foundations require raw materials, so does each writing building block require specific elements. For example, in grammar, to build a correct sentence, you need nouns, verbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and other grammatical elements. As the third book of the Building Better series, _Building Better Essays_ builds on students' knowledge of effective paragraph construction, covered in Building Better Paragraphs, to get them to the next step of putting paragraphs together successfully for coherent essays. Many writing books present content in too complex a manner without enough opportunities for practice or present so many topics that simply overwhelm the student. The Building Better series evolved to be flexible enough that they can also be used as a quick reference guide by all college students or writing instructors. Any student who needs help writing concise and clear essays can benefit from the pedagogy of Building Better Essays. Instructors looking for a rich focus on essay construction, simple and brief explanations that are easy to remember, and variety of practice exercises will find it in Building Better Essays. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
