Jumpstart! Grammar

Games and activities for ages 6 - 14

Pie Corbett author Julia Strong author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:5th Nov '15

Should be back in stock very soon

This paperback is available in another edition too:

Jumpstart! Grammar cover

This updated second edition offers teachers engaging, multi-sensory games and activities to enhance students' grammar skills, covering essential concepts while fostering a love for language and effective expression. Jumpstart! Grammar is a valuable resource.

Jumpstart! Grammar is a comprehensive resource designed to assist teachers in navigating the 2016 Grammar Tests. This updated second edition features a variety of engaging, multi-sensory games and activities aimed at enhancing students' grasp of grammar concepts. By making learning interactive and enjoyable, the book encourages pupils to explore grammar in a lively manner, fostering a love for language.

The content covers essential topics such as the subjunctive mood, past progressive tense, and the identification of subordinating conjunctions and prepositions. It also emphasizes the importance of punctuation, particularly how a comma can alter meaning, and offers increased focus on the passive voice. With its engaging approach, Jumpstart! Grammar prepares children for upcoming grammar assessments while instilling a playful attitude towards language and sentence construction.

The book prioritizes helping children understand the impact of various grammatical elements before introducing technical terminology. This method ensures that learners first appreciate the effects of grammar in communication, paving the way for deeper discussions about language coherence and effectiveness. Overall, Jumpstart! Grammar is an invaluable tool that celebrates the joy of language, guiding students to find the right words and expressions to convey their thoughts clearly and effectively.

"Jumpstart! Grammar really helps children to love langauge, playing with words and spinning sentences to make ideas dance." - Sarah Brew, Parents in Touch

ISBN: 9781138182783

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 360g

252 pages

2nd edition