Skills Covered

• Review of basic parts of speech: nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions

• Sentence elements: punctuation, capitalization, subjects, and predicates

• Identifying and correcting run-on sentences and fragments

• Use of relative pronouns, relative adverbs, and modal auxiliaries

• Verb conjugation in simple and progressive tenses

• Using and punctuating coordinating conjunctions

• Enhancing writing with descriptive adjectives and adverbs

• Using and correctly punctuating direct and indirect quotes

• Proofreading for grammar, punctuation, syntax, and spelling

Key Features

• Lessons are paired with an engaging storyline exploring the history of communication

• Covers real historical topics like the Pony Express, semaphore, Braille, and Morse Code

• Story-based learning keeps students engaged and motivated

• Combines grammar instruction with pictures, stories, and fun facts