This is the junior version of the Wordsmith program. Grades 4-6 are an ideal time to teach your kids the "tools" of writing. Of course, at that age, if it isn't fun, kids don't want to learn. Wordsmith does a great job of introducing vital writing skills in a fun and enthusiastic way. Throughout this workbook, students pretend to be writers for the local newspaper. Fun comics are interspersed throughout the book to "instruct" your child on the concept they are learning. The lessons will cover sentence review, paragraph writing, reporting, creative writing, and expressing opinions. These skills are covered in three different sections of the book. Part one introduces nouns, verbs, and basic sentence structure to your children. Some of the projects in this section have your child write an invitation, a thank you note, haiku poetry, and four-sentence captions - just to name a few. Part two focuses on modifiers and more complex sentences. Here your child will create some advertising, work on editing, and write a book review. Part three moves on to organizing sentences in a logical fashion and reporting skills. Some of the projects your child will do include writing sports stories, giving household hints, composing a news article, and creating a comics column. Detailed instructions are given at the beginning of every project to help them complete it independently. Answers are printed in the back to help you correct their work. This spiral-bound workbook has black-and-white text and illustrations. 85 pgs, pb.
Wordsmith Apprentice (3rd Edition)
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003767
ISBN
9781929683543
Grade 4-6
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Description
Publisher's Description of Wordsmith Apprentice (3rd Edition)
All the practicality, humor and fun of Wordsmith, but written for the younger student, ages 9-12. An easy to use writing course encouraging students to develop their writing skills as they participate in every role on a newspaper staff: editor, reporter, writer, etc.
Children develop a love for writing as they express themselves through sentence and paragraph writing, persuasive writing, and much more.
The third edition has a larger font and cleaner type for easier reading. With added examples and delightful new illustrations, developing writing skills is made fun and easy.
Children develop a love for writing as they express themselves through sentence and paragraph writing, persuasive writing, and much more.
The third edition has a larger font and cleaner type for easier reading. With added examples and delightful new illustrations, developing writing skills is made fun and easy.
Category Description for Wordsmith Series
The Wordsmith Writing Series by Janie B. Cheaney is a popular, literature-based homeschool writing program that teaches students to write with clarity, creativity, and confidence. Written directly to the student in a friendly, engaging style, it is especially effective for reluctant writers.
The series progresses logically from elementary through high school, building essential writing skills step by step.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Student-directed lessons with clear instruction and interesting assignments
- Strong emphasis on word choice, sentence variety, description, characterization, and dialogue
- Progressive skill development from paragraphs to short stories to essays
- Creative, hands-on writing projects that make writing enjoyable
- Focus on the full writing process, including revision and editing
Program Levels:
- Wordsmith Apprentice (Grades 4-6): Fun reporter approach to writing where students participate in every role on a newspaper staff: editor, reporter, writer, etc.
- Wordsmith (Grades 7-9): Focuses on descriptive writing and culminates in writing a short story
- Wordsmith Craftsman (Grades 10-12): Advanced high school writing with emphasis on paragraphs, essays, and communication skills
Program Components:
- Student Books: Non-consumable or lightly consumable texts with ample writing space (revised editions include extra exercises and examples)
- Teacher Guides: Provide teaching philosophy, tips, additional assignments, and answer keys
The Wordsmith series stands out for its straightforward approach that respects the student’s intelligence while gently building real writing ability. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a manageable yet effective writing curriculum across multiple grade levels.
Browse all Wordsmith student books, teacher guides, and e-book versions below!
Details
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-6 |
| Brand: | Common Sense Press |
| Author: | Janey B. Chaney |
| ISBN: | 9781929683543 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.3125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.9 |
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