Wordsmith Apprentice (3rd Ed.)
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Wordsmith Apprentice (3rd Ed.)

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ISBN: 9781929683543
Grades: 4-6
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Product Description:

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.

Category Description for Wordsmith Series:

Written by a homeschooling mom, the presentation of topics and skills in this book is outstanding! Instructions are directed to the student and interesting assignments encourage even reluctant writers. Lessons build from focusing on interesting word usage to sentence construction, to scene-setting, characterization, and well-written dialogue, and culminate in the writing of a short story at the end. Students can complete the course in about a year, but you might want to alternate lessons with grammar instruction, other technical skills instruction, or other types of writing and "stretch out" the use of Wordsmith over a longer time period. The book allows ample room to write exercises in, but students can also use regular paper so that you can re-use with several children. This book has also been revised, and the new edition features additional exercises and examples, an expanded section on writing short stories, additional explanation and examples of revision, and review/practice quizzes. An inexpensive teacher's guide is available for parents who want the extra help in teaching creative writing and includes answers, lesson plans, teaching suggestions, and ideas for expanding the lessons. This guide has also been revised, and includes more explanation of the "philosophy" of writing, further tips on revising, and more ideas for additional writing assignments.




Category Description for Other Writing Programs:

These materials contain both instruction and writing assignments but are not as broad in scope (types of writing) as the comprehensive programs.


Primary Subject
English/Writing
Grade Start
4
Grade End
6
ISBN
9781929683543
Author
Janey B. Chaney
Format
Softcover Book
Brand Name
Common Sense Press
Weight
0.9 (lbs.)
Dimensions
11.0" x 8.5" x 0.31"
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My 11 year old is currently using this, and his sister also wants one!
User on Feb 23, 2023
The writing curriculum we started in the fall was very ambitious, and a medical emergency made us lose some school time. We decided to shelve the big one and try it again next year, and in the meanwhile this looks like an engaging program to keep building skills. Recommended by The Well-Trained Mind.
Anne S on Dec 11, 2022
My 11 year old is currently using this, and his sister also wants one!
User on Feb 23, 2023
Positive reviews, and a similar writing program worked well for our son.
User on Jan 23, 2023
The writing curriculum we started in the fall was very ambitious, and a medical emergency made us lose some school time. We decided to shelve the big one and try it again next year, and in the meanwhile this looks like an engaging program to keep building skills. Recommended by The Well-Trained Mind.
Anne S on Dec 11, 2022
Was recommended.
Mckenzie M on Nov 22, 2022
I chose this to help my children create good sentences and paragraphs; good writing at the foundations.
Andrea on Aug 16, 2022
Good reviews, looks like a more fun way to work on grammar and writing.
Laura C on Aug 6, 2022
I've ready a lot of wonderful reviews for this curriculum. I'm excited to start it.
Shell T on Jul 31, 2022
This writing program looks fun and easy on the parent.
Heather W on Jul 30, 2022
Required for co-op
Lauren G on Jul 30, 2022
This is recommended with Learning Language Arts Through Literature
Stacy W on Jul 18, 2022
6th grade writing homeschool
Elizabeth E on May 24, 2022
Looking for daily lessons on writing, short and direct.
Nicholas D on Mar 6, 2022
I want to add a little extra writing to our standard curriculum.
Anna W on Jan 20, 2022
Recommended to help with teaching writing and prompt writing and get back to basics for my older kids
Adrienne J on Oct 23, 2021
recommended on Cathy duffy reviews
Colleen V on Oct 5, 2021
Needed for school.
Becki H on Sep 8, 2021
My sister used this and it's methods are creative and interesting for the user.
Emily W on Aug 31, 2021
It will be used at the homeschool co-op we are attending
Lee Ann G on Jul 22, 2021
Good experience with a previous student using this.
Jana B on Apr 1, 2021
My older son used this book and it was wonderful. Great for reluctant writers; good mix of activities and fun. Self-paced!
Celeste D on Dec 29, 2020
Hoping it makes writing more interesting and fun for my creative student.
Cathy B on Aug 3, 2020
I found it on the timber doodle curriculum kit but I wanted to buy it separetly
Pamela P on Jul 26, 2020
Looks like a fun introduction to writing for a reluctant writer.
Savannah P on Jun 27, 2020
Used this series with my older son and really liked it. Great mix of activities and fun comic format kept him engaged-No dry tedious writing drills!
Celeste D on May 2, 2020
Although my son is in 8th grade, we selected this book as a good review prior to starting the Wordsmith workbook. We like the all-inclusive workbook format and the price was reasonable.
Meredith H on Feb 23, 2020
This is the third child I've used this curriculum with. The variety and interesting assignments have always been perfect for my family.
Amy D on Aug 31, 2019
I was looking for a writing program for my son, and this has great reviews and seems to be exactly what I was looking for.
Amee K on Aug 7, 2019
I used to read Janie B. Cheaney's column in _World_ magazine. She is an excellent writer, so I am excited to try her writing program with my boys.
Kelli B on Jul 9, 2019
Great reviews and a Cathy Duffy pick!
Emily G on Apr 18, 2019
Based on the reviews of the program. I'm hoping it helps my un-enthusiastic writer.
Sarah D on Sep 27, 2018
Need a good writing program for a reluctant writer.
Rachel B on Sep 26, 2018
Cathy Duffy top pick
Heather Z on Aug 6, 2018
teacher recommended
Umar M on Jun 24, 2018
It was recommended by my child's teacher
Hamdiya U on Jun 23, 2018
It was the newest edition at a good price with low shipping cost!
Sherry P on Jun 7, 2018
Good reviews
Kristi R on May 8, 2018
Cathy Duffy recommended it" and I have used it before
Michelle W on Nov 5, 2017
We are using Voyages in English for grammar, and I wanted a stronger writing program.
Danielle R on Sep 14, 2017
Looking for a good writing program for my homeschooled 5th grader - who is a bit of a reluctant writer.
Erica S on Sep 10, 2017
I think my 5th grade daughter, who has dyslexia, would benefit from this resource, and Cathy Duffy highly recommends it.
Pamela D on Aug 11, 2017
Looking for a writing program to go alongside our Winston Grammar program. Looks like a good fit as we are co-oping creative writing and putting together a newsletter for the children's grandparents.
User on Aug 10, 2017
Needed this for a co op class
Aaron B on Jul 7, 2017
Has great reviews!
Zdenka on Feb 20, 2017
Want to get my older 6th graders motivated to do fun and easy writing. We've tried a lot of difficult programs and it is a fight. Don't want them to lose their love of writing.
Carrie H on Feb 20, 2017
A creative way to gently introduce my son to writing... and so far, he really likes it!
User on Oct 5, 2016
My 5th grader needs a gentle introduction to writing, and this looks quite appealing (and is manageable in scope, unlike some other curricula with a LOT of work for each day)
Lisa L on Aug 9, 2016
It was recommended.
Julie Anna J on Aug 1, 2016
My fifth-grade son is a reluctant writer. After searching through many, many reviews, I'm hoping the Wordsmith programs will be a good fit for him.
Resa E on Mar 15, 2016
I read about it in Cathy Duffy Reviews and it was on her 102 top picks list. It sounded like a good fit for my children.
Rachel B on Jan 30, 2016
looked like a fun way to teach writing
Rebecca C on Nov 23, 2015
Positive reviews, and a similar writing program worked well for our son.
User on Jan 23, 2023
Was recommended.
Mckenzie M on Nov 22, 2022
Is there a teacher's guide for wordsmith apprentice?
A shopper on Dec 10, 2015
BEST ANSWER: No, there is not. It is a self-contained workbook with all of the explanations and writing projects/worksheets in it. If any answers are required, they are in the back of the book
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Rated 5 out of 5
This is a really fun way to learn how to write and to enhance an understanding of grammar.
May 14, 2020
Purchased
 over 3 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
So good!
I'm using this with my third child now, and it's so good!
September 24, 2019
Purchased
 over 3 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent Writing Curriculum
My 5th grader has, for years, been reluctant to use her writing talents in her schoolwork. This curriculum has completely changed that. She approaches her assignments now with enthusiasm, and the lessons within have made a clear difference in her writing skills.
December 21, 2018
Rated 5 out of 5
Great for reluctant writers!
I have two boys -- one is a reluctant writer, and the other is not. They both love this writing curriculum (finally I found one!) -- because the writing assignments are interesting and manageable.
March 5, 2018
Purchased
 over 5 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Highly motivating for reluctant writers!
I chose this after speaking extensively with Deanne about my 8-11 year old boys' reluctance to write. She recommended this curriculum and it has not disappointed at all. These boys actually look forward to writing, which is far more than I had hoped for. This program makes writing so enjoyable for them. I highly recommend this program as a great introduction to writing.
October 15, 2017
Purchased
 over 5 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Creative, fun, and simple
What I was hoping for~ a simple introduction to writing for my non-writer! He really hates anything that has to do with writing, but he's really enjoying this book. Creative, varied lessons that have stimulated his creativity. I counted about 100 lessons (they aren't numbered) so it should be easy to finish in a year, but I really don't mind it if takes two years if slowing down helps him to take his time and do it well.
October 30, 2016
Purchased
 over 6 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
Fantastic book for teaching writing and reinforcing language arts skills
Despite it's retro look (which may baffle students who don't remember the days of hand-typed and mimeographed worksheets), this is one of the best workbooks I've come across. My daughter looks forward to doing the exercises, and the workbook has complemented the language arts lessons in another workbook. I already see an improvement in her writing. Plus, it's really fun. Definitely a must-have for an English curriculum.
November 3, 2015
Purchased
 over 7 years ago
Rated 4 out of 5
Great for struggling writers!
I found Wordsmith Apprentice recommended by another homeschooling mom whose son struggles with dysgraphia. My daughter seems to have some of the same struggles, so I thought we'd give it a try this school year. We haven't gotten very far into it yet, but my daughter is loving it. She particularly struggled with coming up with ideas on what to write and this helps with that. It's a fun format and she seems to look forward to doing her writing assignments now!
October 14, 2015
Purchased
 over 7 years ago
Rated 5 out of 5
We enjoyed Wordsmith Apprentice this past year The lessons were interesting fun and written directly to the student Many days my child asked to go further in the book than was planned for the day She enjoyed the "writing for a newspaper" theme She also enjoyed the creative parts of the book such as the assignment to write and design ads Great curriculum!Great value for the money We look forward to using Wordsmith and Wordsmith Craftsman in the future!
July 30, 2013

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