Educational Publishing Basic English Grammar | Saddleback

, has become a staple in classrooms and for self-studiers alike because it strips away the intimidation factor of learning a new language.

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Photocopy the review tests from the Saddleback book. Give them as pre-tests and post-tests. Because the tests align perfectly with the instruction (it is a criterion-referenced assessment), you will get clean data to report on IEP grammar goals like: Saddleback Educational Publishing Basic English Grammar

The first exercise requires the student to simply identify the grammar concept. For verbs, the instruction might read: “Read each sentence. Circle the action verb.” The sentences are short (5-7 words) and use high-frequency vocabulary.

“A verb is a word that shows action. Action verbs tell what the subject is doing. Example: The dog .” , has become a staple in classrooms and

Every lesson begins with a small, highlighted box containing a single, clear rule. For example:

Look for the Saddleback "Basic English Grammar" Book 1 & 2 on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or directly through the Saddleback Educational Publishing website. Give them as pre-tests and post-tests

Stop trying to teach Shakespearean sentence diagramming to a student who doesn't know the difference between "their" and "there." Meet them where they are.

If you are teaching AP English, put this book down. It is not for you. However, if you work with any of the following populations, you need this on your shelf: