Updated and revised in 2023, this longtime homeschool
favorite has been streamlined into a 5-level course with separate Student
Worktexts and Instructor Handbooks for each level. For students in as early as
Grade 4, the new edition of Analytical Grammar (published
by Demme® Learning) combines the content of Junior Analytical Grammar
and Mechanics, Analytical Grammar; and Review and
Reinforcement. Each of the 5 levels is self-contained and leads
systematically into the next, beginning first with Grammar Basics; then
Mechanics; Parts of Speech, Phrases & Clauses; and finally, Punctuation and
Usage. Each level utilizes an Instructor Handbook and a Student Worktext
(purchase separately or as Universal Sets). The Instructor Handbook includes
a suggested schedule, a Getting Started guide, expanded notes, and student
inset pages with answers. The Student Worktext features
expanded and revised lesson notes, updated exercises, assessments, and Application
& Enrichment activities (in Levels 3-5) and assessments. Check the
available placement test PDF to help place your student in this New Edition.
The prior edition is now out of print with remaining
quantities limited. The original edition was made up of several different
programs: Jr Analytical Grammar, Jr Analytical Grammar Mechanics,
Analytical Grammar; High School Review and Reinforcement; and Beyond
the Book Report. The original Analytical Grammar was
written for Grades 6 and up. This course was designed to complete each of the
three, ten-week "Seasons," one each in Grades 6, 7, and 8. Parts of
speech, phrases/clauses and punctuation are covered in these
"Seasons." Then, after a season was completed, students engaged in
consistent, bi-weekly review. The original Jr. Analytical Grammar,
designed for Grades 4-5, provided preparation in parts of speech (Grammar) and
punctuation (Mechanics). These two Junior courses prepared the student well for
the middle school program. The High School Review assumes a
solid foundation of grammar, and provides 18 reinforcement exercises (one every
2 weeks), with sentences to practice parsing, grammar analysis, and copy
editing. These courses dovetail nicely with literature studies. Beyond
the Book Report is a companion program to Analytical Grammar that
provides literature and writing (and is still in publication) and can also be
used with the new edition of Analytical Grammar.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
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).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
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
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
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
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
