Grammar Jammers: Mastering the Structure of the English Language

Do you want to help your learner understand the rules of grammar to improve their reading and writing? I am here to help! 

Welcome to Grammar Jammers! This online class is designed for learners who are ready to grow as writers and learn all the rules that makes English such a strange language. At the beginning of each class, learners will be introduced to the grammar rule or concept that we are studying. Learners can brainstorm words that fit that category. They will have the opportunity to discuss the rule with me and other learners. Then, we will have some guided practice. Learners need a simple notebook for writing and interactive notebook activities. After that, we will reinforce the skill through a song or chant.  Next, we will practice using the rule in a real world situation. Learners will then identify the grammar rule in sentences.  Finally, learners will practice the grammar concept independently. This allows me to assess their progress.  Learners will have access to a Toothy or Blooket game to practice after class to reinforce the grammar rule learned in class! Bonus activities are also included for additional independent practice! 

By the end of this class, learners will understand the key rules of English grammar and how they are applied in speaking, reading, and writing and write grammatically correct sentences with proper punctuation and capitalization. They will also have a strong foundation for advanced language skills, enabling them to communicate effectively and confidently.

Winter/Spring 2025

January 5: Subject and Predicate
January 12: Subject and Verb Agreement	
January 19:Types of Sentences
January 26: Synonyms & Antonyms
February 2: Prepositions
February 9: Prepositional Phrases
February 16: Dialogue	
February 23: Prefixes
March 2: Suffixes
March 9: Capitalization
March 16:  Sentence Fragments
March 23: Homophones
March 30: Commas
April 6: Contractions
April 13: Compound Words
April 20: Idioms and Adages
April 27: Shades of Meaning
May 4: Combining Sentences
May 11: Expanding Sentences 
May 18: Compound Sentences
May 25: Complex Sentences

Summer 2025

Week of June 1: Nouns
Week of June 8: Verbs
Week of June 15: Adjectives
Week of June 22: Adverbs
Week of June 29: Pronouns
Week of July 6: Regular Plural Nouns
Week of July 13: Irregular Plural Nouns
Week of July 20: Common and Proper Nouns
Week of July 27: Possessive Nouns