Winston Word Works is an extension of the Basic program. It teaches proper usage of words that are commonly misused - like lie and lay, who and whom, I and me, etc. - and is meant to be used between the Basic and Advanced Programs. Word Works includes a teacher book, a student workbook and cards.
Winston Wordworks
SKU
001427
Grade 4-12
Montessori (Discovery)
Neutral
Low Teacher Involvement
Multi-Sensory
Other Materials Optional
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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).
Unit Study
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A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
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Other methodologies
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Secular
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Neutral
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Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
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Spiral
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Conceptual/Topical
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Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
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Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
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Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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Description
Publisher's Description of Winston Wordworks
Winston Word Works is a grammar application program.
Using the concepts previously learned in the Basic Level Winston Grammar Program or the equivalent, Word Works covers the five most common usage problem areas encountered in the English language.
These include:
- Subject-verb agreement, especially with compound subjects;
- Personal pronoun functions, such as I/me, she/her, they/them, etc.;
- Interrogative pronouns who/whom;
- Comparatives and superlatives, such as bad/worse/worst or beautiful/more beautiful/most beautiful;
- And finally some troublesome words like sit/set, good/well, less/fewer, lie/lay, can/may, and several others.
There are 40 worksheets with a pre- and post-test and four quizzes. It comes with a teacher manual, student workbook and the first five big cards from the Basic Level Grammar Program used for review.
Category Description for Winston Grammar
Winston Grammar is a unique, hands-on grammar program that uses colorful clue cards instead of diagramming. This kinesthetic approach helps students develop an intuitive understanding of sentence structure by physically arranging parts of speech.
Students build sentences by laying out cards in the correct
pattern, making grammar concepts concrete and memorable with minimal writing
required.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Kinesthetic learning using color-coded clue cards for parts of speech
- Strong focus on understanding sentence structure and function
- Gentle, intuitive method suitable for various learning styles
- Basic Program covers core grammar for 3–4 years of use
- Advanced Program reviews basics then moves into more complex structures
- Supplements available for extra practice and word usage
Program Components:
- Basic Program: Main set with clue cards and instruction
- Advanced Program: Builds on the Basic level with more advanced grammar
- Supplementary Workbook: Additional consumable practice sheets
- Winston Word Works: Focuses on commonly misused words (lie/lay, who/whom, etc.)
Winston Grammar curriculum stands out for its engaging, hands-on card system that makes grammar active and visual rather than abstract. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a kinesthetic, low-writing grammar program that helps students truly understand how language works.
Browse all Winston Grammar levels and sets below!
Details
| Product Format: | Binder |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-12 |
| Brand: | Precious Memories |
| Author: | Paul R. Erwin |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.9 |
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