Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well.

The Grammar Guidebook is a required resource, designed to be used through all four years of this course. It assembles all the principles that govern the English language, from basic definitions ("A noun names a person, place, thing, or idea") through advanced sentence structure, into one handy reference work. The rules are illustrated with examples drawn from great literature, along with classic and contemporary works of science, history, and mathematics. 95 pages, hardcover. Grade 5 and up.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind Core Instructor Text covers all four years of instruction and includes fully scripted dialog for the teacher, suggested student answers in italics, all rules and examples, and teaching notes that explain any ambiguities and difficulties that might be encountered.  Parents and teachers go through the dialog, rules, and examples in this Core Instructor Text while students follow along in the Workbook (sold separately) for the level they are using. 386 pages, softcover. Grade 5 & up.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Purple Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind Core Instructor Text covers all four years of instruction and includes fully scripted dialog for the teacher, suggested student answers in italics, all rules and examples, and teaching notes that explain any ambiguities and difficulties that might be encountered.  386 pages, softcover.

The Grammar Guidebook is also designed to be used through all four years of this course. It assembles all the principles that govern the English language, from basic definitions ("A noun names a person, place, thing, or idea") through advanced sentence structure, into one handy reference work. The rules are illustrated with examples drawn from great literature, along with classic and contemporary works of science, history, and mathematics. 95 pages, hardcover.

The Purple Workbook features lessons that re-state the primary rule or rules being taught, then dive into exercises that carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. This workbook covers one year of instruction. 579 pages, softcover.

The Purple Workbook Key makes grading easy, with exercises from the Student Workbook with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 417 pages, softcover.

This set includes:

• Core Instructor Text
• The Grammar Guidebook
• The Purple Student Workbook
• The Purple Student Workbook Key

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Purple Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Purple Workbook is used along with the Purple Workbook Key, Core Instructor Text, and The Grammar Guidebook, all sold separately or together in a Complete Package. This consumable student resource features lessons that re-state the primary rule or rules being taught, then dive into exercises that carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. This workbook covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for in-family use only. 579 pages, softcover.

The Purple Workbook Key makes grading easy, with exercises from the Student Workbook with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 417 pages, softcover.

This set includes:

• The Purple Student Workbook
• The Purple Student Workbook Key

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Red Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Red Workbook is used along with the Red Workbook Key and sold separately Core Instructor Text and The Grammar Guidebook. This consumable student resource features lessons that re-state the primary rule or rules being taught, then dive into exercises that carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. This workbook covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for use within one family. Reproducible for in-family use only. 602 pages, softcover.

The Red Workbook Key makes grading easy, with exercises from the Student Workbook with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 434 pages, softcover.

This set includes:

• The Red Student Workbook
• The Red Student Workbook Key

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Red Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Red Workbook is used along with the Red Workbook Key, Core Instructor Text, and The Grammar Guidebook, all sold separately. This consumable student resource features lessons that re-state the primary rule or rules being taught, then dive into exercises that carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. This workbook covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for use within one family. Reproducible for in-family use only. 602 pages, softcover.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Red Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Red Workbook Key makes grading easy, with exercises from the Student Workbook (sold separately or together in a Student Kit)with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 434 pages, softcover.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Blue Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Blue Workbook is used along with the Blue Workbook Key and sold separately Core Instructor Text and The Grammar Guidebook. This consumable student resource features lessons that re-state the primary rule or rules being taught, then dive into exercises that carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. This workbook covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for use within one family. Reproducible for in-family use only. 641 pages, softcover.

The Blue Workbook Key makes grading easy, with exercises from the Student Workbook with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 505 pages, softcover.

This set includes:

• The Blue Student Workbook
• The Blue Student Workbook Key

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Blue Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Blue Workbook is used along with the Blue Workbook Key, Core Instructor Text, and The Grammar Guidebook, all sold separately. This consumable student resource features lessons that re-state the primary rule or rules being taught, then dive into exercises that carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. This workbook covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for use within one family. Reproducible for in-family use only. 641 pages, softcover.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. The Blue Level covers one year of instruction. Grades 5 and up.

The Blue Workbook Key makes grading easy, with exercises from the Student Workbook (sold separately or together in a Student Kit)with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 505 pages, softcover.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks  up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. "Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing. Covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for in-family use only. Grades 5 and up.

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind Core Instructor Text includes fully scripted dialog for the teacher, suggested student answers in italics, all rules and examples, and teaching notes that explain any ambiguities and difficulties that might be encountered. 386 pages, softcover.

The Grammar Guidebook assembles all of the principles that govern the English language---from basic definitions through advanced sentence structure--into one handy reference work. The rules are illustrated with examples drawn from great literature, along with classic and contemporary works of science, history, and mathematics. 95 pages, hardcover.

The Diagramming Dictionary is an easy-to-use manual that covers all the principles that govern diagramming the English language, from basic subject/predicate layout through advanced sentence structure and analysis, providing examples of how to diagram every part of speech. 80 pages, hardcover.

The Yellow Workbook features numbered lessons that briefly re-state the primary rule or rules being taught before diving into a variety of exercises that will carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. 656 pages, softcover.

The Yellow Workbook Key includes exercises from the student workbook with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 512 pages, softcover.

This bundle includes:

• Core Instructor Text Years 1 – 4
• The Grammar Guidebook
• The Diagramming Dictionary
• Yellow Student Workbook
• Yellow Student Workbook Key

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks  up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. "Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing.

The Yellow Workbook features numbered lessons that briefly re-state the primary rule or rules being taught before diving into a variety of exercises that will carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. The Yellow Workbook Key includes exercises from the student workbook with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. Covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for in-family use only. Core Instructor Text, and Grammar Guidebook (sold-separately or all available in a Yellow Full Course Bundle) 656 and 512 pages, two softcovers. Grades 5 and up.

This bundle includes:

• Yellow Student Workbook
• Yellow Student Workbook Key

The Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind curriculum is a thorough, easy-to-use grammar program that picks  up where the First Language Lessons series left off, giving students in Grades 5 and up the grammar skills needed to write and speak well. Each course combines the three essential elements of language learning: understanding and memorizing rules (prescriptive teaching), repeated exposure to examples of how those rules are used (descriptive instruction), and practice using those rules in exercises and in writing (practical experience)."Color" levels may be used in any order as each workbook contains the same rules and examples-but four completely different sets of exercises and assignments, allowing students to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of how the rules and examples are used in writing.

The Yellow Workbook is used along with the required Yellow Workbook Key, Core Instructor Text, and Grammar Guidebook (all sold-separately or available in a Yellow Full Course Bundle). The workbook features numbered lessons that briefly re-state the primary rule or rules being taught before diving into a variety of exercises that will carefully build understanding. Charts, graphics, and examples are integrated as needed, and regular review is incorporated throughout. Exercises often draw from literature, novels, histories, biographies, and science books to encourage students to see how the rules they're learning operate in real literature. Covers one year of instruction. Reproducible for in-family use only. 656 pages, softcover. Grades 5 and up.

Make grading easy with this key for the Grammar for the Well-Trained Mind Yellow Workbook (sold-separately). It includes exercises from the student workbook with the correct answers overlaid, explanations for the instructor, and guidance as to when the answers might be ambiguous. 512 pages, softcover. Grades 5 and up.