Shurley Method Literature Selections Level 5
SKU
010853
ISBN
9781881940982
Grade 5
Classical
Neutral
High Teacher Involvement
Multi-Sensory
Other Materials Optional
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Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
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).
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Religious Content
Secular
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Neutral
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Christian/Religious
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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)
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Presentation
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Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
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Everything you need is included.
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Product Overview
These materials are to be sold only to customers in a home school environment, not to schools in a classroom setting.
Description
Publisher's Description of Shurley Method Literature Selections Level 5
The Literature Selections booklet gives your child a unique exposure to contemporary and non-contemporary authors. A set of discussion questions follows each story or poem to evaluate comprehension and inference. Literature vocabulary is also introduced. These selections are a fun and exciting way for students to begin the study of literature.
Category Description for Shurley English
Shurley English is a unique, highly structured grammar and writing program that uses oral recitation, scripted lessons, and consistent daily practice to help students master English language skills. Known for its “question and answer flow” method and memorable jingles, Shurley English is popular with homeschool families who want a systematic, low-prep approach to grammar and composition.
The program emphasizes oral learning, sentence analysis, vocabulary building, and structured writing practice. It is especially appealing to parents who want a classical-style, mastery-based English curriculum with built-in review and minimal teacher preparation.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Jingles to help students memorize parts of speech and grammar rules
- Oral Question and Answer Flow for analyzing sentence structure
- Systematic grammar instruction with daily practice and review
- Structured writing lessons that teach specific forms (paragraphs, essays, narratives, persuasive writing, etc.)
- Integrated vocabulary, skill, and activity time
- Regular chapter tests and built-in review
- Strong emphasis on mastery through repetition and oral recitation
Program Components:
- Homeschool Kits: Include Teacher Manual, Student Workbook, and Instructional CD with jingles
- Student Workbooks: Contain jingles, reference section, practice exercises, and tests (one per student, non-reproducible)
- Teacher’s Manual: Fully scripted lessons with answer keys and daily plans
- Optional Practice Booklets & CDs: For independent sentence classification practice
- Literature Selections (Levels 7–8): Booklet with reading passages and discussion questions
Additional Options:
- Jingle CDs and Jingle Time Coloring Books for levels K-3
- Test Workbooks for levels 7–8
- Vocabulary Madness workbooks
Shurley English curriculum stands out for its scripted, step-by-step lessons, heavy use of oral learning, and thorough grammar mastery. It works especially well for families seeking a structured English program with clear daily routines and built-in review from elementary through middle school.
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Details
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 5 |
| Brand: | Shurley Instructional Materials |
| Author: | Brenda Shurley |
| ISBN: | 9781881940982 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.3125 |
| Publication Date: | 1/1/2000 |
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