Grammar Survival for Secondary Teachers: A Practical Toolkit

The third edition of Grammar Survival for Secondary Teachers is fully up-to-date with the new National Curriculum and GCSEs, combining knowledge about grammar with pedagogical approaches to help pupils become more confident readers and writers. It is essential reading for trainee, newly qualified, and experienced teachers alike, and is underpinned by the National Curriculum Programmes of Study for Key Stages 3 and 4.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 98 pages
\n Publication date: 17 August 2018
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This third edition of Grammar Survival for Secondary Teachers is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource designed specifically for secondary school English teachers. It ensures that the content aligns with the new National Curriculum and GCSEs, making it relevant and current for educators in this field. Grammar Survival combines knowledge about grammar with pedagogical approaches, providing teachers with a comprehensive understanding of different aspects of grammar.

On the left-hand pages, teachers are presented with the necessary knowledge about grammar, incorporating research evidence whenever applicable. The right-hand pages offer practical ideas and methods for teaching grammar, often presented in the context of authentic texts to demonstrate grammar in action.

The primary objective of this book is to help pupils develop confidence in their reading and writing skills, enabling them to make conscious and informed choices regarding the use of grammar, vocabulary, and punctuation in their own work. The chapters cover various topics, including vocabulary expansion, enhancing grammar knowledge, punctuation rules, levels of formality, grammar for reading and writing, writing about language use, and a comprehensive glossary with further reading recommendations.

Fully underpinned by the National Curriculum Programmes of Study for Key Stages 3 and 4, Grammar Survival serves as an essential resource for all secondary school English teachers, regardless of their chosen GCSE specification. It is particularly valuable for trainee, newly qualified, and experienced teachers alike, as it provides a solid foundation for teaching grammar effectively.

By incorporating this third edition into their teaching practices, secondary school English teachers can equip their students with the necessary grammar skills and knowledge to excel in their academic and professional pursuits.

\n Weight: 304g\n
Dimension: 294 x 207 x 6 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781138185258\n
Edition number: 3 New edition\n