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This an update of Mavi’s language materials. I try my best to spend at least 20 minutes on Mavi (one-on-one) whenever I need to discuss a new subject. After which, he works independently using the worksheets.
These are the language materials I picked for him to use at home.
First Language Lessons (Vol1)
This was the first book I got for Mavi. I love the depth of the book and I must say a good book to introduce grammar to a child. The only setback is that it is repetitive. Noun is discussed in almost half of the book. I have to skip a few chapters because of that. But somehow, it worked for Mavi. We have not opened this book for ages, yet he still remembers what is a noun, a proper noun and a common noun. He can still memorize the poems in the book! The memorization work here is amazing!
Success with Grammar by Scholastic
Simplicity at its best! I like how straightforward this book is (brief description) and has lots of great activities afterwards (sheets). My son loves the outlined pictures because he can colour them :) Hopefully we can move on to Grade 2 before next school year.
Reading Comprehension by Scholastic
This is important to me. Mavi is a good reader and it would be put to waste if I will not help him comprehend and understand what he is reading. We barely used this book as of the moment as we’ve been busy for the past weeks. We usually do this before bedtime. We read the story and do the activity the next day.
Homemade Montessori Grammar Symbols
I seldom use this as Mavi is not fond of using them. I only get to use the symbols (for now) whenever I needed to introduce a new topic.
I use this mainly for spelling, as English spelling in UK and Ireland is different in the US. This is the standard curriculum used in Britain and Ireland.
So how we schedule our grammar/language lessons?
As I said, about 20 minutes a day afterschool if I need to discuss a new topic. But for independent work no time limits, as long as he finishes his tasks before bedtime :D
You can also purchases these at Amazon, but if it is not available in your area, I prefer Book Depository because of its free shipping. They have the same rate anyway.
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