Carson Dellosa Education:
The workbook is organized into 15 theme-based units around topics that first graders enjoy, such as bugs, families, and food.
Each unit focuses on a grammar concept and punctuation concept, and includes:
A reading selection: A short fiction or nonfiction text engages children and presents the concept or skill in context.
Rule boxes: Grammar and punctuation rules are made simple with a short explanation, and clear examples help to teach the skill.
Colorful practice activities: A variety of activities include fun illustrations to motivate your child to practice the grammar and punctuation skills.
Riddles and word games: Your child will use critical thinking skills while applying the targeted grammar or punctuation skill in a fun format!
Writing practice: The "Write It Right!" page encourages your child to use the skills in context, which further promotes understanding.
Review page: The short review activity is a great way to check your child's understanding.
The grammar concepts for first grade include:
Nouns
Adjectives
Verbs
Pronouns
Adverbs
Prepositions
Punctuation concepts for first grade include:
End punctuation
Use of apostrophes
Use of commas
Use of colons
Book titles
Abbreviations
Every Skill Sharpeners workbook now includes a free downloadable Teaching Guide! The Skill Sharpeners: Grammar and Punctuation Teaching Guides include:
How to Use directions for teaching important language rules
Sample pacing guide to complete lessons and activities
Teaching suggestions for helping children learn grammar and punctuation rules
Extension activities that include graphic organizers, additional writing activities, and hands-on learning