Grammar is the total mechanism which a language possesses and through which its users are able to communicate with each other. Grammar refers to the formal analysis and description of the rules of the language. This is known as ‘Descriptive grammar’. Grammar also refers to the rules for the correct use of a language which may be prescribed for its users.
Students will learn the basics of grammar that will help them build strong writing skills. The class will start with simple topics and progress to more difficult concepts. Some topics may be review but the class will go into more detail to make the topics relevant for the age group.
The topics covered are as followed:
Nouns and Pronouns
Verbs and Interjections
Adjectives and how to use them
Adverbs and how to use them
Prepositions
Conjunctions
Semi-colons/Colons
Commas/Comma Splices
Appositives/Subject-Verb Agreement
Fragments and Run-Ons
Types of Sentences
Active/Passive Voice
Direct/Indirect Objects
Verbals