A. E. Sharp

Elements of English Grammar A. E. Sharp

This course is prepared to meet the needs of children beginning the study of English grammar between the ages of nine and ten. It aims: 1. To present the subject-matter in easy stages, systematically graded according to the capabilities of the average pupil; with exercises designed to train the logical faculty and keep the child mind alert and active. 2. To set forth the rules in clear, succinct form that they may be easily memorized. 8. To give the abundant practice necessary for such young children. All explanation of rules has been left for the teacher to give orally, it having been found that pupils of this age do not learn readily from printed instruction; their attention is distracted by many words, and they are unable to distinguish between what is material and what is immaterial. The method of teaching the arrangement of the parts of speech proposed and illustrated on page 44 has been found of the greatest service. It gives the children ample practice in recognizing the use of words in a sentence, and is easy of correction by the teacher.
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