English

This is a list of English curricula that have been used and reccomended by E.D.U.C.A.T.E. members.

Spelling/Phonics

Spelling Workout Series
This has proven a popular spelling program in the group.

Spelling Power
This program gets right to the point.

Explode the Code

Writing

Writing Strands
A nice, not too intensive, approach to creative and basic writing.

Sonlight Creative Writing Exercises

The Write Source
I was an English major in college, and the curriculum I use is very writing based. These websites are good for students who are just beginning to write research papers and want to know how to do it and how to document sources. Write source also publishes young writers essays and gives ideas and how-tos for different types of writing. Note: a bibliography lists ALL sources consulted, while a Works Cited page lists only those actually used in the paper. -Stacey

Grammar

First Language Lessons
Easy Grammar Series

Rod and Staff
Biblicly based. Traditional grammar program that includes diagramming. Very inexpensive.

Keys to Good Language

Reading/Comprehension/Vocabulary

Verbal Intelligence
by Carmen and Geoffrey McGuiness

Reading Reflex and Phono Graphix Support Pack

General English/Language Arts/Penmanship

English from the Roots Up
Rose, Where Did You Get That Red? by Kenneth Koch
Abeka Language
Zaner-Bloser Handwriting