As the title alludes, the Step-by-Step Grammar
program teaches the parts of speech and other grammar concepts in a systematic
approach, building skills upon each lesson. Parents can use this as a refresher
for themselves on grammar concepts along with their students. Workbooks are
fairly student independent; parent supervision is key. Repeated mistakes do not
teach good grammar.
Volume 1 introduces the basic parts of speech one
at a time. Making sure students are not working on sentences with concepts
they have not learned. Practice exercises follow each concept’s introduction.
Do as many of the exercises as necessary to promote grammar proficiency. There
is a mixture of diagramming and labeling providing students with good practice
in both skills. A great study help for the tests is the set of sixty-three Flash
Cards that contain study prompts on one side and answers with concept
locations in the book on the flip side.
Volume 2 builds on skills
previously learned. With the inclusion of Dictionary skills, punctuation
rules, sentence structures and other concepts. Periodic reviews, quizzes, and
tests help assess students’ progress. Utilize these quizzes for a new student
to see where their skills are and where to place them in the workbook. Each
student volume has a corresponding Answer Key to self-check or parent
grade the students work.
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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.
