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A second year of thorough, engaging grammar exercises by trusted educator and grammar expert, Susan Wise Bauer. Each year you will use the same Core Instructor Text, which has all of the lessons you will be teaching the student(7946). Students will use a different Workbook and corresponding Key each year. Each Workbook provides detailed exercises in the correct use of English grammar, based on great works of literature as well as classic and contemporary works of science and history. Workbooks may be used nonsequentially. Red Workbook Key is # 4753. Grades 5 and up. Learn More

In this grammar series, students in third, fourth, and fifth grade receive detailed instruction about the parts of speech and their function in sentences. The connection between grammar and clear, engaging writing is emphasized. In Book 3, students review the parts of speech they learned in Books 1 and 2 and move on to more advanced material. The new material helps students add life to their writing and encourages them to use more sophisticated forms. Through examples and exercises, students learn why grammar is important and how using it correctly will help them in reading, speaking, and writing. The numerous practice exercises ensure students’ mastery of the concepts. Review sections revisit several units so that students can practice using different grammar elements together. A detailed Final Review chapter reinforces every concept in the individual chapters. The Final Review material can also be used for testing, as additional work for students who need extra help or as a challenge for more able students. Book 3 is for Grade 5. Answer keys are available - sold separately. Learn More

Grade 5 • Short introductory note explaining the rationale for teaching grammar • Reduced page answer key. To be used with Ridgewood Grammar Book Student Book, sold separately (Item #4535). Learn More

Help your student form a solid understanding of the Spanish language. Building on the basics, this book covers common phrases, functional vocabulary, conjugation of verbs, basic grammar, and sentence structure. Over 100 pages of reproducible activities get your students started on the path to speaking and writing Spanish. The activities provided offer fun and varied exercises to practice concepts and vocabulary. Students learn to tell time, formulate sentences,conjugate verbs, pose and answer questions, and make comparisons—all while learning about Spanish-speaking culture. Learn More

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Editor in Chief® improves your child's grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, and attention to detail using a standards-based thinking approach rather than drill and practice. This effective method teaches students to carefully analyze and edit stories that contain errors in writing mechanics and story details. The stories involve mixed-skills practice, starting with easier errors and becoming more challenging as students become adept at the editing process. Students identify and circle errors in each story. Then they insert, modify, or delete punctuation, words, and short phrases to make corrections. An editing checklist and annotated guide to grammar, usage, and punctuation are provided to help focus students' thinking and allow them to match their answers to applicable rules. Detailed answers are also included. 96 pages. Grades 3-4. From The Critical Thinking Company. Learn More

Reflecting research and best practices, instruction in this student book alternates between grammar , mechanics, and composition. Each concept is illustrated by rules, examples, and model sentences, paragraphs, and essays.

Ideal for independent or guided work, exercises provide instruction and practice in the writing skills necessary for success in the classroom and on standardized tests. In coordination with the Writing Skills Teacher's Handbook #7411, the student books are ideal for differentiating instruction in the classroom.

Aligned with state and national standards, Writing Skills Book 1 addresses sentence structure and variety, building and formatting paragraphs, and beginning essays. Students will learn to write for a variety of purposes and audiences in a variety of forms.

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This newly revised student book provides integrated writing instruction and opportunities to apply new skills. Reflecting research and best practices, instruction alternates between grammar, mechanics, and composition. Each concept is illustrated by rules, examples, and model sentences, paragraphs, and essays.

Ideal for independent or guided work, exercises provide instruction and practice in the writing skills necessary for success in the classroom and on standardized tests. In coordination with the Writing Skills Teacher's Handbook #7411, the student books are ideal for differentiating instruction in the classroom.

Aligned with state and national standards, Writing Skills Book 2 addresses sentence structure and variety, building and formatting paragraphs, and writing essays. Students will learn to write for a variety of purposes and audiences.

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Writing Skills Book 3 helps high-school students generate ideas, argue points, and understand the major forms of expository writing.

This book presents a logical sequence of skills to helps students master paragraphs and essays. This book facilitates direct instruction in grammar and composition to help students write clearly, effectively, and with confidence.

The exercises in this book are designed to provide this practice. Includes grammar, structure, organization, expository and more.

Softcover.

60 pages.

From Educator's Publishing Service.

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The LIFEPAC 8th Grade Language Arts Set is a student-directed program which uses an integrated approach. We've included lessons in grammar, spelling, vocabulary, literature, speech, and more. This approach is designed to develop critical thinking and academic independence in your child as it increases proficiency in the use of language. A teacher's guide is included. From Alpha Omega. Learn More

In this yearlong course students will write about six major ancient civilizations—Sumer, Egypt, Israel, Babylon, Greece, and Rome—while working progressively through the nine IEW units and a variety of stylistic techniques. This Student Book includes assignments, blank outlines, source texts, checklists, vocabulary cards and quizzes, and grammar practice. These lessons are designed to be used by an instructor who has been through the Teaching Writing: Structure & Style seminar, either live or on DVD. Note: The purchase of this book entitles its owner to a free download of the following: Student Resource Notebook; (Instructions for download are located inside front cover of book.) Perfect for homeschoolers, homeschool co-ops, tutors, and hybrid schools, this theme-based writing curriculum supports parents and teachers in teaching writing to elementary and early middle school students (grades 3–6).

From Institute for Excellence in Writing. Note: If you wish to purchase a Teacher's Edition, it is recommended that you purchase the Student/Teacher Combo (Item #2235).

(This is the student book only, designed to be used with an extra student.)

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In this yearlong course students will write about six major ancient civilizations—Sumer, Egypt, Israel, Babylon, Greece, and Rome—while working progressively through the nine IEW units and a variety of stylistic techniques. This Student Book includes assignments, blank outlines, source texts, checklists, vocabulary cards and quizzes, and grammar practice. The Teacher's Manual gives tips for creatively teaching each lesson, hints for grammar instruction, and more. These lessons are designed to be used by an instructor who has been through the Teaching Writing: Structure & Style seminar. Levels A & B, Grades 3-5 & 6-8. From Institute for Excellence in Writing.

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Includes two levels: Level 1 for lower and upper elementary, Level 2 for upper elementary, junior high, high school, basic skills. Students are taught to write various sentence structures, practice skills and application are a part of this approach. Includes multiple practice exercises. Softcover. From the same author as Easy Grammar.

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Easy Grammar: Grade 3 Student/TE. This updated hands-on approach to grammar is just one of the reasons why Easy Grammar is so successful. Utilizing the prepositional approach, students memorize prepositions to then eliminate them from sentences, making finding the noun and verb much easier. Concepts are reviewed and introduced throughout the school year; this, accompanied with reviews helps to ensure engaged, mastery learning for all elementary aged children. Workbook pages with answers overlaid face reproducible workbook pages for students to complete. " A writing section is also included. A student workbook (item #2531) is available that follows this new format. A separate test booklet is available (item #3823). 700 pages, indexed, softcover. Pages are reproducible. Grade 3. Learn More

Easy Grammar: Plus Student/TE. This updated hands-on approach to grammar is just one of the reasons why Easy Grammar is so successful. Utilizing the prepositional approach, students memorize prepositions to then eliminate them from sentences, making finding the noun and verb much easier. Concepts are reviewed and introduced throughout the school year; this, accompanied with reviews helps to ensure engaged, mastery learning for all elementary aged children. Workbook pages with answers overlaid face reproducible workbook pages for students to complete. " A writing section is also included. A student workbook (item #3834) is available that follows this new format. A separate test booklet is available (item #3835). 700 pages, indexed, softcover. Pages are reproducible. Grade 7 and up. Learn More

Easy Grammar: Grade 4. This updated hands-on approach to grammar is just one of the reasons why Easy Grammar is so successful. Utilizing the prepositional approach, students memorize prepositions to then eliminate them from sentences, making finding the noun and verb much easier. Concepts are reviewed and introduced throughout the school year; this, accompanied with reviews helps to ensure engaged, mastery learning for all elementary aged children. Workbook pages with answers overlaid face reproducible workbook pages for students to complete. " A writing section is also included. A student workbook (item #3825) is available that follows this new format. A separate test booklet is available (item #3826). 700 pages, indexed, softcover. Pages are reproducible. Grade 4. Learn More

This workbook offers additional practice while the student reads from OUR HERITAGE reader. Much practice is given in True or False questions, Fill-In-The-Blank, some grammar, and questions that refer the student back to specific pages of the story.

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Diagramming a sentence shows you how it is (or isn’t) working, and unlocks the door to clear, balanced writing. These exercises by grammar experts Susan Wise Bauer and Jessica Otto use sentences by classic and contemporary authors to give students practice in every diagramming rule covered in The Diagramming Dictionary, from the simplest noun-verb sentences to challenging, complex pieces from Dickens and Austen.

Full answers are provided at the back of the book.

How to Diagram Any Sentence is the perfect skill-building practice book for anyone who wants to communicate with clarity and precision.

(Using this book requires The Diagramming Dictionary, which explains each rule that is practiced in How to Diagram Any Sentence.)

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Straight Forward Grammar by Garlic Press is a straight forward approach to basic English grammar and English writing skills and contains a diagnostic test, sequetial review tests, and a mastery exam. Softcover, 100 pages.

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Straight Forward Grammar Diagramming. Study the basics of diagramming rules and patterns, nouns and pronouns, verbs, modifiers, prepositions, conjunctions, special items, and more. Workbook. Elementary grades and up.

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(Student Activity Book Only - Consumable, designed to be used as an extra workbook for additional student) .  See Item #2645 to purchase the complete program:  The Common Sense Press second grade reading program continues phonics instruction that will bring confidence and fluency to the beginning reader. The updated third edition is even easier to use with three new readers that give your student more practice in mastering phonics. Students will enjoy the exciting stories in the readers and use them to learn grammar, creative writing, higher-order thinking skills, and much more. The program includes a Teacher Book, a Student Activity Book, and 6 readers, each containing several stories all packaged in a convenient, attractive full-color box.​ There are three supplemental readers that can be used for additional practice, but are not necessary for the program.

• 36 weekly lessons divided into easy-to-use daily plans. Lessons require little or NO preparation! Instructions and activities for phonics, reading skills, grammar, creative writing, and higher-order thinking skills taken from six delightful readers! Includes a quick review of first grade phonics and instruction in advanced phonics.
• The "real book" read alouds needed for this program may be obtained through your library or purchased from bookstores or catalogs.
• Enrichment Activities included in The Red Book Program will challenge your student with thinking, writing, and creative activities that are ideal for the fluent reader and easily adaptable for the nonreader.
• Handwriting instruction teaches upper and lower-case letters, numbers, PLUS punctuation! Illustrated practice sheets encourage your students to do their best.
• Phonics Facts, Grammar Guides, and Punctuation Pointers keep students on track.
• Games, word-wheels, flip books, and MORE hands-on projects and activities are effective for ALL types of learners.
• Spelling lessons include spelling lists, word puzzles, and spelling tips.
• Assessments enable teachers to evaluate progress.Phonics Facts, Grammar Guides, Syllable Sense, and Punctuation Pointers aid students in remembering the tricks of the trade for reading, grammar, and spelling. 

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36 lessons include dictation or copying of literature passages from great books your children will love. The Tale of Benjamin Bunny (Beatrix Potter), Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (Lewis Carroll), and The Tale of Jeremy Vole (Stephen Lawhead), poetry selections and much more! The updated third edition is even easier to use with new lessons, journaling, and more. Includes all the language arts skills: reading, spelling (with suggested lists included), grammar, higher order thinking skills, creative writing, and handwriting in an easy-to-use format. For your convenience, Teacher Notes and answers are right in the margin of the teacher book. The Skills Index provides an easy reference.

Four Literature Links encourage students in vocabulary building, reading for content, and comprehension. Exciting activities bring each story to life and give your student many opportunities to be creative. ​​

• 36 weekly lessons (which includes 4 Literature Links) divided into easy-to-use daily plans.
• The following 4 books may be used for the Literature Links or you may use other stories which are included in the book:

1. The White Stallion, by Elizabeth Shub
2. Madeline, by Ludwig Bemelmans
3. Meet George Washington, by Joan Heilbroner
4. The Courage of Sarah Noble, by Alice Dalgliesh

• Integrated language lessons include: phonics, reading, spelling, grammar, phonics review and higher order thinking skills.
• Focus on Spelling tips help with memorization of spelling rules. Suggested spelling lists are included for each lesson!
• Handwriting Instructions and work pages for cursive writing included! Teacher friendly, with little or no preparation needed!
• Phonics Facts, Grammar Guides, and Punctuation Pointers keep students on track.
• Review Activities follow most lessons providing additional skill practice.
• Assessments help teachers to evaluate student's progress.

The Yellow Student Activity Book is the perfect companion for the Yellow Teacher Book (Sold Separately, Item #0416) Everything in one book: student instruction, a place for writing, and a tool for easy record keeping. Allows for more independent work, a BONUS for teachers. The Yellow SAB provides Enrichment Activities such as word puzzles, analogies, logic/reasoning activities and more found ONLY in the SAB. (Answers are found in The Teacher Book.) Please note: The Student Activity Book cannot be used independently.

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​The Orange Book is a blend of dictation of literature passages, book studies, and special writing units. The story writing unit also includes instructions on making and binding their new book. The updated third edition is even easier to use with added editing and synonym practice to strengthen your student’s writing. Lessons integrate all the fourth grade language arts skills: grammar, creative writing, composition, spelling, higher-order reasoning, and study skills.

• 36 weekly lessons divided into easy-to-use daily plans.
• Teacher friendly, with little or no preparation needed!
• Everyday Words lessons contain dictation, grammar exercises, spelling tips, creative writing, and more.
• Five units that provide the opportunity for your student to apply skills through various styles.
• The five units include:

1. Research
2. Journal Writing
3. Poetry
4. Newspaper
5. Story Writing and Book Making

• Four Book Studies (listed in the order which they appear):

1. The Boxcar Children (Book #1) by Gertrude Chandler Warner
2. Wilbur and Orville Wright by Augusta Stevenson
3. Ben and Me: An Astonishing Life of Benjamin Franklin By His Good Mouse Amos by Robert Lawson
4. The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare

• Each book study contains a summary, vocabulary skills, reading comprehension, and exciting activities.
• Reviews Activities follow most lessons providing additional skill practice.
• Assessments help teachers to evaluate student's progress.

The Orange Student Activity Book is the perfect companion for the Orange Teacher Book (sold separately, Item #0418)! Everything in one book: student instruction, a place for writing, and a tool for easy record keeping. Allows for more independent work, a BONUS for teachers. The Orange SAB provides Enrichment Activities such as word puzzles, analogies, logic/reasoning activities and more found ONLY in the SAB. (Answers are found in The Teacher Book.) Please note: The Student Activity Book cannot be used independently.

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The Purple Book is a blend of dictation and unit studies including poetry, oral presentations, and speech making. The updated third edition is even easier to use with added vocabulary and spelling exercises. Lessons integrate all the fifth grade language arts skills: grammar, creative writing, composition, spelling, higher-order reasoning, and study skills.

• 36 weekly lessons divided into easy-to-use daily plans. T
• eacher friendly, with little or no preparation needed!
• Everyday Words: Students hone in on grammar skills through dictation and writing exercises.
• Speech Making and Oral Presentation Units: Students learn how to make oral presentations such as speeches and stories. Poetry Unit: Additional creative writing and expression are taught extensively using poetry.
• Four Book Studies

1. Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder
2. Trumpet of the Swan by E.B.White
3. Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
4. Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink

• Each book study contains a summary, vocabulary skills, reading comprehension, and exciting activities.
• The Skills Index provides an easy skill reference.
• Review Activities follow most lessons providing additional skill practice.
• Assessments help teachers to evaluate student's progress.

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