Primary Language Lessons - Softcover

Serl, Emma

Softcover

ISBN 10: 161427861X ISBN 13: 9781614278610

Publisher: Martino Fine Books, 2015

Synopsis

2015 Reprint of 1911 Edition. Full Facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Along with Charlotte Mason, Serl's work is considered one of the more lasting classics on Home Schooling. "Primary Language Lessons" deals with word usage, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviations, contractions, letter writing, memorization and recitation of poetry, retelling or rewriting of brief narratives, copy-work, and dictation. Overall emphasis is upon proper word usage in both spoken and written communication. Beautiful artwork reproductions (in black and white) are used as the basis for a number of lessons as are myths, legends, fables, fairy tales, historical vignettes, biographies, Bible stories, and nature lessons. This work is intended for second and third graders.

About this title

From the Publisher:

An experienced teacher of the early 20th century, Emma Serl recognized the two things necessary for teaching proper English: capture the child's interest and drill, drill, drill.

Primary Language Lessons is a drill book, but with a difference. Imaginative lessons and short, jargon-free instructions for teachers make it a pleasure for both student and teacher. Emma Serl makes liberal use of writings by the literary giants of our English language heritage, as well as fables, folklore and maxims--the kinds of writing children should know if they are to become well educated in our rich literary traditions.

Recommended for Ages 7-9.

From the Back Cover:

How to teach your children proper English.

Emma Serls Primary Language Lessons

makes it easy, even for the novice.

An experienced teacher of the early twentieth century, Emma Serl recognized the two things necessary for teaching proper English: capture the childs interest and drill, drill, drill. Primary Language Lessons is a drill book, but with a difference. Imaginative lessons and short, jargon-free instructions for teachers make it a pleasure for both student and teacherespecially when the teacher is a home schooling mom.

What makes this exercise book different?

Good literature. Emma Serl makes liberal use of writings by the likes of Robert Louis Stevenson and Samuel Taylor Coleridge as well as fables, folklore and maxims.

Famed artwork. Using reproductions of prominent paintings, Miss Serl trains children in observation and discussion. A unique approach to teaching oral language skills, it helps train children in art appreciation as well.

Comprehensive lessons and drills in the things parents want their children to master. The exercises here cover proper English usage, composition, punctuation, memorization, speaking, letter writing, dictation, reading, and etiquette in writing.

About this edition

• Publisher: Martino Fine Books
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 161427861X
• ISBN 13: 9781614278610
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 162