A Charlotte Mason and classical approach with short, easy-to-teach lessons for English usage, punctuation, composition, oral language skills, letter writing, and more. Includes narration, picture study (some printed in color), copywork, and dictation, as well as fables and poetry by famous authors such as Lewis Carroll, Isaac Watts, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and Emily Dickinson. This non-consumable book (not a workbook) has enjoyable oral and written activities that may be used exactly as written or adapted to a child's specific needs and learning style. Includes teacher instructions and answers. Language Lessons for Today: Grade 4 was adapted by My Father's World from Intermediate Language Lessons by Emma Serl (1914), with significant revisions, updated language and examples, and additional new content. For 4th Grade. Cover updated February 2018 with no significant text revisions.
Language Lessons for Today Grade 4
SKU
004048
ISBN
9781619991255
Grade 4
Charlotte Mason
Christian/Religious
High Teacher Involvement
Multi-Sensory
Other Materials Required
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Publisher's Description of Language Lessons for Today Grade 4
Category Description for Language Lessons for Today (My Father's World Editions)
Language Lessons for Today is a gentle, Charlotte Mason-inspired language arts program published by My Father’s World for elementary students in grades 2-6. Updated for the 21st century with colorful graphics, expanded content, and improved teacher support, this refreshed series builds on the beloved Emma Serl classics while remaining true to their relaxed, exploratory style.
All lessons combine oral and written activities in short, engaging daily sessions that require minimal preparation.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Oral and written composition
- Picture study and poetry memorization
- Copywork and dictation
- Oral narration and literature studies
- Dictionary usage and vocabulary development
- Hymn studies and biblical-themed picture studies in the upper levels
- Teacher-student interactive lessons lasting 15–20 minutes per day
Program Components:
- All-in-One Student & Teacher Book: Contains scripted lessons, student activities, and answer key in a single colorful volume
- Student Notebook: Students use a 3-ring binder for written assignments
- Merriam-Webster’s Elementary Dictionary: Required for Grade 3 and up
Language Lessons for Today curriculum stands out for its gentle pace, rich use of classic literature and poetry, and balanced approach to language arts. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a relaxed yet thorough Charlotte Mason-style language arts program that can be used flexibly across grade levels.
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Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 4 |
| Brand: | My Father's World |
| ISBN: | 9781619991255 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.875 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.9 |
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