This colorful workbook from A Beka reinforces what the students have learned in the first grade. They will go on to master basic punctuation of sentences; working with compound words, rhyming words, antonyms, synonyms, and singular possessive words; forming plurals of words; and using words correctly in sentences. (A Beka)

Grammar and writing are combined to teach students both the mechanics and the use of English. Chapters range from learning about sentences and the parts of speech to writing letters, stories, essays, book reports, and research papers. (Bob Jones)

Grade: 3rd
Workbook, 362 pages

This workbook from A Beka provides an excellent variety of practice exercises for third grade students. They will develop abilities in thinking and expressing their thoughts correctly in both spoken and written English. Capitali­zation, punctuation, correct sentences, proper word usage, synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, and recognizing nouns and verbs are emphasized. Dictionary skills and creative writing skills are also developed. (A Beka)

This course exposes the student to such topics as writing a sentence, writing letters and book reports, using a dictionary and an encyclopedia, capitalization, proper punctuation, and recognizing and using various parts of speech. Sentence diagramming is introduced in this course. (A Beka)

Grade: 4th
Workbook, 307 pages.

This course continues the study of the parts of speech, capitalization, word choice, and punctuation, as well as the use of sentence diagramming. It expands the student’s exposure to writing by having him write different types of sentences, letters, paragraphs, outlines, and book reports. The student is also taught how to use a dictionary, thesaurus, and encyclopedia. (A Beka)

Grade: 5th
Workbook, 332 pages.

This course continues the student’s review of the parts of speech, capitalization, and punctuation, as well as the use of sentence diagramming. It also furthers study of the writing process by teaching the student about different types of sentences and the process of writing a research report. A student writer’s handbook is featured at the back of the workbook. (A Beka)

Grade: 6th
Workbook, 311 pages.

This book lays a foundation for effective communication with the English language. The student will learn the basics of English grammar, including the definition and usage of the eight parts of speech. In addition, the student will examine how these are to be properly used in phrases, clauses, and sentences. Correct sentence structure, diagramming, pronoun usage, and forming good paragraphs are also emphasized. (Christian Liberty Press)

This book continues to lay a foundation for the student’s effectiveness in communicating with the English language. The student will review the basics of English grammar, focusing on parts of speech, using phrases and clauses properly, diagramming key words, phrases, and clauses, writing and diagramming sentences, and clarifying agreement in sentences. The final unit covers good composition. (Christian Liberty Press)

Grade: 8th
Workbook, 256 pages

Grade: 9th
Workbook, 317 pages