Onomatopoeia (AH-nuh-mah-tuh-PEE-uh) is a unique and indispensable technique. It translates the sounds of tangible objects in the world around us into phonetic sounds, represented by letters of the … [Read more...] about Onomatopoeia
Language Arts
Daily Lesson Plans in English {Free eBook}
Here is an English language text that is a perfect fit for the busy homeschool mom who wants to encourage her children to write something every day. Daily Lesson Plans in English by Caroline Griffin … [Read more...] about Daily Lesson Plans in English {Free eBook}
Grammar Workshop: Portmanteau Words
Wordsmiths love portmanteau words. There is something appealing about taking two words that touch on our meaning and combining them into one that conveys our meaning exactly. Portmanteau is an apt … [Read more...] about Grammar Workshop: Portmanteau Words
Wheeler’s Graded Studies in English {Free eBook}
Wheeler's Graded Studies in English: First Lessons in Grammar and Composition by William Henry Wheeler is a free English text that focuses on making grammar the servant of writing. The author begins … [Read more...] about Wheeler’s Graded Studies in English {Free eBook}
Wheeler’s Elementary Speller {Free eBook}
Back in 2012, we recommended Wheeler's Graded Studies in Great Authors as an excellent dictation and spelling resource -- a natural way to focus on spelling by copying great authors. Now we turn to … [Read more...] about Wheeler’s Elementary Speller {Free eBook}
14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Note-Taking
Note-taking is one skill older students of all types need to perfect. There are several benefits of being a great note-taker: Forces you to think while you read. Encourages you to make … [Read more...] about 14 Forms of Writing for the Older Student: Note-Taking
Confusing Words: Shades of Meaning
Students have a tough time with certain confusing words. We’ve looked at perplexing prefixes, and pesky parts of speech. In this final installment we will look at: Shades of Meaning Many words have … [Read more...] about Confusing Words: Shades of Meaning
English Grammar & Composition {Free eBook}
If you spend any time on this site at all, you know we strongly advocate the natural way of walking our children through language arts. Spending each successive year drilling grammar will not make a … [Read more...] about English Grammar & Composition {Free eBook}
