Kuovonne Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 I use MCT (island level) for my language arts program. I use the grammar, writing, poetry, and vocab books. I keep reading posts that say other language arts programs include stuff that MCT doesn't and I'm worried that I'm not teaching everything I should. I know that MCT doesn't cover - spelling - capitalization and punctuation - commonly confused words (e.g. lay vs. lie) - alphabetizing - dictionary usage - reading (phonics, comprehension, lit analysis, etc.) What else am I missing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiobrain Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 I use MCT (island level) for my language arts program. I use the grammar, writing, poetry, and vocab books. I keep reading posts that say other language arts programs include stuff that MCT doesn't and I'm worried that I'm not teaching everything I should. I know that MCT doesn't cover - spelling - capitalization and punctuation - commonly confused words (e.g. lay vs. lie) - alphabetizing - dictionary usage - reading (phonics, comprehension, lit analysis, etc.) What else am I missing? It does cover punctuation, but as a function of grammar. It gets more complex as the levels go on. It is not a focus in Island, is more pronounced in Town and quite nicely fleshed out by Voyage. There is plenty of complex reading and vocabulary, but I think it is assumed that your child should not bother starting with MCT until they are decent readers (Therefore, no phonics~ there are pronunciations in CE books) even though non-readers can enjoy the stories and handle most concepts. Comprehension is addressed in an interesting way in Town & Voyage. It is not like "read this passage and answer these questions" it is like 'analyze this sentence from great literature, what do you think the author was trying to say by choosing these words?'. Totally different angle. I personally wouldn't worry, as you can address the things you feel it lacks with something like daily grams, editor in chief, WWE, or "insert something here". Keep in mind that some things get more emphasis in the later levels, and are only dealt a passing glance early in the program. HTH... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 I use MCT (island level) for my language arts program. I use the grammar, writing, poetry, and vocab books. I keep reading posts that say other language arts programs include stuff that MCT doesn't and I'm worried that I'm not teaching everything I should. I know that MCT doesn't cover - spelling - capitalization and punctuation - commonly confused words (e.g. lay vs. lie) - alphabetizing - dictionary usage - reading (phonics, comprehension, lit analysis, etc.) What else am I missing? I haven't read the thread but... DS worked through MCT Level 4 last year and is using Level 5 this year. We have gone over these topics both years -capitalization and punctuation -commonly confused words (e.g. lay vs. lie) MCT stresses in everything I see that punctuation is a form of grammar and the two are tied together. I agree with the reading comp, lit ananlysis, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuovonne Posted October 23, 2010 Author Share Posted October 23, 2010 I personally wouldn't worry, as you can address the things you feel it lacks with something like daily grams, editor in chief, WWE, or "insert something here". Thanks. I'm asking because I don't know what MCT lacks, so I can figure out what, if anything, to add. I don't know what I don't know, if you know what I mean. I don't want to add in daily grams, editor in chief, wwe, etc., unless DD really needs it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieZ Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 spelling & reading Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_Uhura Posted October 24, 2010 Share Posted October 24, 2010 It doesn't cover personal or formal letters or addressing envelopes. I know GWG covers that. I do use WWE with my kids as my oldest was in WWE3 and is now moving into WWE4 when we started MCT Island level last year. I see these as complementary. I would think a standard sequence of WWE1,2,3,4 in 1st through 4th grade, WWE4 would overlap w/ MCT Island if started in 4th grade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted October 24, 2010 Share Posted October 24, 2010 Verb tenses aren't really covered that much in MCT (at least in the "town" level). Neither is outlining. Penmanship/copywork is something that you'll need to add for younger kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Veritaserum Posted October 24, 2010 Share Posted October 24, 2010 Diagramming is missing. My oldest dd loves MCT. It is a good fit for how she learns (through stories). I am having her do diagramming, dictation, literary analysis, spelling, and outlining as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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