Jennefer@SSA Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I have decent grammar skills but am keenly aware that I am still severely lacking in the "finer" points of grammar. What is a resource that I can work through at my own pace? I need something user-friendly and not too complicated or advanced - a grammar refresher course if you will. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in SW WA Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Harvey is working for me currently. I confess I am a non-grammarian. Oh how I wish I learned this years ago. Its pathetic that I'm learning this now, along w/ my dc. Better late than never!! You are wise to start early, Jennefer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emmy Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I am right there with you. :) I actually just bought myself Junior Analytical Grammar for this purpose. I'll probably use it later with the kids as well but the primary goal was for me to work through it myself. And yes I got the Jr. not the regular AG because I am *that* grammar challenged. :D I thought I should take baby steps..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkwynn Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 This is one of my favorite things about homeschooling...filling in the gaps of my own education. My weak spot is geography. And world history. And any science beyond middle school. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in SW WA Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 This is one of my favorite things about homeschooling...filling in the gaps of my own education. My weak spot is geography. And world history. And any science beyond middle school. :tongue_smilie: I have more weak spots than strong spots. I am blessed to have The Hive to spur me on. The folks on the high school board have lit a flame under me to self-educate. Here's a big shout-out to SWB for showing me the light 2 years ago. The Hive has fanned the flame. I am blessed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyAberlin Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I haven't used it, but Jensen's is supposed to be good. I've always struggled with grammar and punctuation and look forward to learning it all. Right now I'm in Kindergarten LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balancing Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Harvey is working for me currently. I confess I am a non-grammarian. Oh how I wish I learned this years ago. Its pathetic that I'm learning this now, along w/ my dc. Better late than never!! You are wise to start early, Jennefer. Is this what you are using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennefer@SSA Posted January 18, 2009 Author Share Posted January 18, 2009 Will Harvey's help me with the finer points of punctuation - when and where to use commas and why? Also things like staying in the same verb tense when writing? I am glad to know there are others in the same boat as me! :blush: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balancing Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Will Harvey's help me with the finer points of punctuation - when and where to use commas and why? Also things like staying in the same verb tense when writing? I am glad to know there are others in the same boat as me! :blush: I just found this for puncutaion when I was looking for Jensen's that was mentioned here, Jensen's Punctuation... I have not used it, but thought you might want to check it out. Maybe someone else has used it and will comment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in SW WA Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Is this what you are using? Yes, Kathy Weitz wrote them. Excellent!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balancing Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Yes, Kathy Weitz wrote them. Excellent!! Thank! Off to check it out more! :auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennefer@SSA Posted January 18, 2009 Author Share Posted January 18, 2009 I just found this for puncutaion when I was looking for Jensen's that was mentioned here, Jensen's Punctuation... I have not used it, but thought you might want to check it out. Maybe someone else has used it and will comment. Oh, very interesting! Does anyone know what age this is for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyAberlin Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 The Jensen's Grammar is highschool and the punctuation is jr high to highschool. Cathy Duffy reviews them. I think it is one of her top picks. Timberdoodle really likes them as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Cozy grammar seems like a nice fit also. Very entertaining and a fun way to learn. There are video samples on the website that are worth checking out. http://www.splashesfromtheriver.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jg_puppy Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Does anyone know how much of Harvey's changed compared to the original one? I found one on google books and I am wondering how much they changed when they wrote the new edition. Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I could have written (or is it wrote?) this myself. I have recently realized my grammar is horrible. I just checked out the book "Nitty Gritty Grammar". (See, now I don't know if I should have put that period inside the quotation marks or not.) Anyway, it is a nice, easy read that highlights some common mistakes. The book is meant for professional, seemingly well-educated people who make many common grammatical mistakes. I would recommend it as a starting point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 I learned a whole lot from this book: http://www.amazon.com/English-Grammar-Students-Spanish-Learning/dp/0934034303 which I found at Goodwill. They also have one for Latin and several other languages. I made flash cards as I read, and increased my grammar vocabulary about 900%. Consider getting a book in this series for a language you speak or are going to teach the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetfeet Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Watching this thread for ideas. I felt like I had decent grammar skills, but I just don't know anymore.:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookmomma Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I love to look things up in the Harbrace handbook. It teaches all aspects of grammar, word usage, puncutation, developing thesis for essay, MLA format and more. It is geared for college level students, but the examples are quite easy to follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennefer@SSA Posted January 19, 2009 Author Share Posted January 19, 2009 I could have written (or is it wrote?) this myself. I have recently realized my grammar is horrible. I just checked out the book "Nitty Gritty Grammar". (See, now I don't know if I should have put that period inside the quotation marks or not.) Anyway, it is a nice, easy read that highlights some common mistakes. The book is meant for professional, seemingly well-educated people who make many common grammatical mistakes. I would recommend it as a starting point. This looks great. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetfeet Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I could have written (or is it wrote?) this myself. I have recently realized my grammar is horrible. I just checked out the book "Nitty Gritty Grammar". (See, now I don't know if I should have put that period inside the quotation marks or not.) Anyway, it is a nice, easy read that highlights some common mistakes. The book is meant for professional, seemingly well-educated people who make many common grammatical mistakes. I would recommend it as a starting point. I just reserved this through my library. Thanks for the recommendation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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