imeverywoman Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Has it been a difficult transition? I've heard so many wonderful things about AG, so I'm ready to give it a whirl. Also, are their worksheets reproducible? Thanks, y'all! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurad1125 Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 We switched from R&S to JAG and like it so far. We're only in the 2nd of 11 weeks but I like the focus on just grammar and not other stuff. R&S is good and thorough but seems to take so long to get the job done. So far we like JAG better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 What are AG and JAG? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie in VA Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 What are AG and JAG? Analytical Grammar and Jr. AG. Look here: http://www.analyticalgrammar.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greensa Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 and I presume JAG is Junior Analytical Grammar? But don't hold me to that one. We tried R&S briefly in 5th grade, but DD hated it and fought me every step. When I found AG, I decided to try it and really liked it. DD is now in 9th and has a very firm grasp of grammar, so I'm happy with the result. I can't say she liked AG, but she did grasp the concept of "only a few weeks a year of study, then just review EOW," which seemed to make it worth her while.:tongue_smilie: I will also say that she actually decided to read Mark Twain after reading the excerpt in the book, so we sneaked a little lit in there too. My understanding is that AG doesn't want you to reproduce, but buy one workbook for each kid. At the end they do wind up with a quick reference guide to grammar - you rip out the completed workbook pages and are left with the explanation to refer to in the future. Having said that it is apparently now in a binder so the temptation to buy one and copy for other kids would be...strong. Sara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imeverywoman Posted August 3, 2010 Author Share Posted August 3, 2010 I'm off to press the "purchase button". :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dina in Oklahoma Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Hello ~ We are using both. My DD loves Rod and Staff but wanted to move along at a faster pace with grammar. Rod and Staff is an English program not just a grammar program. Best Wishes~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 We just made the leap and I'm presently waiting for it to arrive. I really like the idea of completing it over a 2 year time span and then just using the reinforcement books to help keep things fresh for the last 2 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Cheryl in SoCal Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Has it been a difficult transition? I've heard so many wonderful things about AG, so I'm ready to give it a whirl. Also, are their worksheets reproducible? Thanks, y'all! :) No, and it says so at the bottom of each page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M&M Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 We are also making the change this year. We have not started but dc are thrilled not to be doing R&S this year. I got to hear the author in a workshop this summer and I was very impressed AG. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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