Emphasis on Christian apologetics.
The Screwtape Letters Total Language Plus Focus Guide
Description
The novice demon Wormwood is in charge of deterring a young Christian from growing in his faith. Screwtape, Wormwood's uncle and a highly placed assistant to Satan, is his mentor, teaching Wormwood the value of deceit and temptation in detracting his "patient" from a close walk with God.
Total Language Plus (TLP) Study Guides are comprehensive, Christian literature-based language arts programs that use high-quality novels to teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, writing, and listening skills.
Now featuring a fresh, modern redesign while keeping the
same trusted content, these workbooks are designed for
minimal teacher preparation. Students can work independently as they integrate
multiple language arts skills through engaging literature. Most guides take
8–10 weeks to complete, with students typically reading 3–5 novels per school
year.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Literature-based approach using Newbery Medal and Honor books chosen for strong moral value or opportunities for biblical discernment
- Integrated language arts: spelling, grammar, vocabulary, writing, listening, and comprehension
- Daily Oral Language dictation exercises drawn from biblical truths or the literature
- Vocabulary study with glossary building, review sheets, and final tests
- Weekly spelling lessons and tests using words from the novel
- Critical thinking activities, projects, drawing, and “Personally Thinking” application questions
- Writing assignments ranging from short responses to longer essays
- High school guides include advanced composition techniques and speech/drama components
Program Components:
- Discovery Guides: Starting in grades 3-4, these are non-reproducible workbooks where most exercises are completed directly in the book
- K-2 Discovery Guides: New guides that offer a gentler, more hands-on introduction for early elementary students with shorter books and visual activities
- Teacher’s Manual: One small manual with program philosophy, sample lesson plans, writing helps, spelling rules, and answer keys
- Focus Guides: Lower-cost guides focused primarily on in-depth writing skills
Total Language Plus stands out for its all-in-one approach, gentle Christian worldview integration, and thorough coverage of language arts through excellent literature. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a structured yet manageable literature and language arts curriculum.
Browse all Total Language Plus study guides, novels, and book bundles below!
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 9-12 |
| Brand: | Total Language Plus |
| Length in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.25 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.0625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.1 |
