First Lessons in Grammar: Based Upon the Construction and Analysis of Sentences; Designed as an Introduction to the "Analysis of Sentences" (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Samuel S. Greene

 
9780265992623: First Lessons in Grammar: Based Upon the Construction and Analysis of Sentences; Designed as an Introduction to the "Analysis of Sentences" (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A practical, structured introduction to grammar for learners and teachers

This introductory work guides beginners through the building blocks of language. It pairs simple models with carefully organized exercises to show how words form phrases and sentences. The book emphasizes connecting grammar to actual sentence construction, so learners see how meaning and form change together.

Two-part layout
  • Part I covers the formation of words, orthography, and etymology.
  • Part II focuses on sentence construction and parsing, with clear rules and ready-made models to guide practice.
What you’ll experience
  • A progression from single words to phrases and clauses, with emphasis on how elements relate to meaning.
  • Guided exercises that adapt to different levels of learner needs, including variations where some elements are provided and others must be supplied.
  • Teacher-focused notes with practicalSuggestions for classroom use and student engagement.
What you’ll learn
  • How to analyze subjects and predicates, and how modifiers affect sentence structure.
  • How parts of speech function in simple and extended sentences.
  • How to approach problems in parsing and transforming sentences, including basic rules and parsing models.
Ideal for readers seeking a foundational, classroom-friendly grammar course that introduces construction and analysis in a clear, step-by-step way.
Ideal for readers of early grammar primers and educators looking for a time-tested approach to teaching sentence analysis and composition.

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