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Use of the Apostrophe to Indicate Possession
Liz P.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(4)
In this 3-week online class, we will go over strategies for using the apostrophe to indicate possession
Class experience
Beginner Level
In this course, we will go over the use of the apostrophe to indicate possession. We will discuss how to recognize when the possessive apostrophe is indicated and practice a strategy for using it. It will help students understand the following: - When do we use the apostrophe to indicate possession? How is it used? - What is the difference between "the lady's hats" and "the ladies' hats"; when would either be indicated? - What is the difference in meaning between "the doctor's cook" and...
Students will practice using the apostrophe to indicate possession.
I am a homeschool mom of dyslexic kids. I have taken numerous classes to facilitate my own ability to foster literacy in students who may struggle in this area, including the Slingerland Introductory Comprehensive class followed by the year-long practicum, the Continuum Comprehensive class, followed by another year-long practicum, the Grammar for Grownups Lex class offered by Gina Cooke, and other classes by Structured Word Inquiry practitioners including Peter Bowers (Wordworks Kingston), Mary Beth Steven, Rebecca Loveless, and Fiona Hamilton. I often use resources found on the Real Spelling (TM) Toolbox (https://www.tbox2.com/), as I have found this to be an invaluable resource.
Homework Offered
Homework will be assigned after class. It should not take more than 15-20 minutes to complete. While not required, it is highly encouraged to help solidify understanding and ease of use in students' own writing.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
This class is for students who would benefit from scaffolding and practice, which may include students with learning challenges such as dyslexia.
Students must come to class equipped to write as we practice together. They can write using pencil and paper or a device of their choosing, whatever is most comfortable for them. There may be handouts that must be printed out prior to class.
The material for this course is taken from the Real Spelling(TM) Toolbox (https://www.tbox2.com/), a resource I highly recommend.
I'm a homeschool mom, and I especially enjoy teaching classes in basic reading and writing. I most enjoy teaching basic concepts of reading and writing in a very supportive, low-stress environment, particularly to learners who may need to move at...
Group Class
$17
weekly or $50 for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-12 learners per class
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