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First Language Lessons by Jessie Wise and Susan Wise Bauer Parents can assure their child's success in language arts with this simple-to-use, scripted guide. First Language Lessons uses picture study, and other classical techniques to develop the child's language ability in those first two all-important years of study. This is a complete beginning grammar and writing text that covers a wide range of topics including parts of speech, forming complete sentences, beginning writing, storytelling and narration skills. Original, up-to-date, clear, illustrations make picture study both engaging and effective.
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Primary Language Lessons by Emma Serl A teacher of the early 20th century, Emma Serl used short, imaginative lessons to make learning a pleasure. This text makes liberal use of writings by the literary giants, as well as famles, folklore and maxims, the kinds of writing children should know - all while providing a strong foundation in the mechanics of the English language. Hardcover, non-consumable, ideal for grades 2 - 3.
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Intermediate Language Lessons by Emma Serl This second volume in Emma Serl's language series makes teaching English easier during the often difficult intermediate years of 4th - 6th grades. In this text you will find the work of Alcott, Longfellow, Tennyson, Shakespeare and other outstanding authors used in a broad range of lessons that encompass every aspect of English language including: literature and poetry, letter writing, creating an outline, grammar, word usage, composition, memorization, oral presentation, and dictation. Hardcover, non-consumable
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Shurley English Each kit in Levels 1 - 7 contains all the materials needed to teach one child for an entire year. It contains a teacher's manual, student workbook, and introductory cd. The teacher's manual is the heart of the program at every level. Each lesson in the manual begins with a planning box, which contains lesson objectives. Scripted lessons provide you with the exact words for the Question & Answer Flows, questioning strategies, and the teaching techniques that make this program consistent for all grade levels. The script is especially helpful for parents who are new to homeschooling or are new to Shurley English. The Teacher's Manual is set up in chapters. There are five lessons in each chapter, and each chapter can be finished in one week. Each lesson takes approximately twenty to forty-five minutes to complete. Grammar, language skills, and writing are taught in each chapter. Most student workbooks contain a Jingle Section, a Reference Section, a Practice Section, and a Test Section. The Jingle Section contains all the jingles. The Reference Section includes vocabulary words, guided practices, samples, guidelines, and charts. The Practice Section provides extra practice on the various skills taught before the skills are tested. The Test Section contains the tests for each chapter. Each test is divided into four basic areas: grammar, vocabulary, language skills, and a summary of things learned for the week. Shurley English places special emphasis on parent-child interaction and participation. The introductory CD provides the jingles and the Question & Answer Flows for the Introductory Sentences. It may be used to demonstrate jingles and Question & Answer Flows to children, or it may be used as a resource for the parents. I consider this a solid, yet challenging language arts program, which requires daily parent/teacher involvement. Choose KIT or extra student workbook from drop down menus:
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Extra Student Workbooks Levels 1- 6 ONLY	Your Cost: $10.50