Uncovering the Logic of English: A Common-Sense Solution to America's Literacy Crisis

Uncovering the Logic of English: A Common-Sense Solution to America's Literacy Crisis
Author: Denise Eide
Publisher: Logic of English, Inc
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2011-01-27
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1936706075

"English is so illogical!" It is generally believed that English is a language of exceptions. For many, learning to spell and read is frustrating. For some, it is impossible... especially for the 29% of Americans who are functionally illiterate. But what if the problem is not the language itself, but the rules we were taught? What if we could see the complexity of English as a powerful tool rather than a hindrance? --Denise Eide Uncovering the Logic of English challenges the notion that English is illogical by systematically explaining English spelling and answering questions like "Why is there a silent final E in have, large, and house?" and "Why is discussion spelled with -sion rather than -tion?" With easy-to-read examples and anecdotes, this book describes: - the phonograms and spelling rules which explain 98% of English words - how English words are formed and how this knowledge can revolutionize vocabulary development - how understanding the reasons behind English spelling prevents students from needing to guess The author's inspiring commentary makes a compelling case that understanding the logic of English could transform literacy education and help solve America's literacy crisis. Thorough and filled with the latest linguistic and reading research, Uncovering the Logic of English demonstrates why this systematic approach should be as foundational to our education as 1+1=2.

Rules Rule

Rules Rule
Author: Lillian Fawcett, Dr.
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2012-05-06
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781475061734

Rules Rule consists of three sections: * Rule Cards - There are 45 cards each containing one of the most common rules. On the reverse of each card is an example of the rule. The rules are repeated on an additional 45 cards with the key words missing. The missing words are written on the back of each card. * Nonsense Word Application- For each rule, there is a list of 20 nonsense words and 20 real words which require the application of the rule. The use of nonsense words ensures that students are actually applying the rule rather than relying on prior knowledge of how a particular word is spelled * Real Word Application - For each spelling rule, there is a page of exercises, using real words.

Spelling Rules, Riddles and Remedies

Spelling Rules, Riddles and Remedies
Author: Sally Raymond
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2014-04-24
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1317804635

Spelling Rules, Riddles and Remedies is for anyone supporting learners who are struggling to understand the world of English spellings. This book engages both learners and their learning by using practical and dynamic resources to reveal the cause and effect of spelling confusions. By posing opportunities for understanding memory-related applications, learners and their spelling tutors are then empowered with the knowledge and resources required to amend, improve and proliferate spelling success. Using a range of unique and very accessible 'Spelling Detective' and 'Learning Application' activities, best-selling author Sally Raymond: • Shows how to engage a pupil through use of meta-cognition; • Highlights reasons why spelling abilities might fail; • Explores and resolves the impact of English spelling irregularities and deviations through informed discovery; • Uses mnemonics and story-lines to link tangible prompts to confident spelling ability; • Provides structured game-play and challenging practise lessons; • Boosts pupils’ achievement through the strategic use of multiple processing skills. Clearly presented and highly illustrated, this book encourages creativity and shows teachers how to adopt and adapt a variety of learning strategies to suit different needs. Targeting learners in Key Stage 2 upwards, Spelling Rules, Riddles and Remedies brings a wealth of ideas to stimulate spelling success.

Blah Blah Blah Card Game

Blah Blah Blah Card Game
Author: MRS WORDSMITH
Publisher: Mrs Wordsmith Incorporated
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2020-02-25
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1913235157

Finally, a way to make practising phonics fun! Master decoding words using phonics with these three decks of increasing difficulty. Race to get rid of your cards by matching sounds and letters, and play wild cards to trip up your opponents! Blah Blah Blah is a hilariously fun card game, perfect for kids who are just starting to learn to read. Master decoding words using phonics with these three decks of increasing difficulty. Race to get rid of your cards by matching sounds and letters, and play wild cards to trip up your opponents! How does Blah Blah Blah work? Every card features a word consisting of three letters (or groups of letters). Each player takes seven cards. One card is placed face-up on the table with the rest of the deck in a pile, face-down. Players must play a card from their hand that contains at least one of the letters that are in the word on the table. The first player to get rid of all their cards wins. But beware! Wild cards hidden in the deck can force you to skip your turn or draw more cards. Blah Blah Blah was developed with a unique proprietary algorithm by our machine learning team to make sure it works. And it was tested with teachers and kids to make sure they love it! Why are phonics so important? English consists of about 44 phonemes (sound variations), but more than 170 graphemes (different written representations for these sounds). This means that English has no strict one-to-one correspondence between letters and sounds, but it’s also not entirely irregular. It involves numerous patterns and regularities. Phonics is the method that helps children become aware of these regularities, and it’s proven to be very effective.

Spelling Success

Spelling Success
Author: Peter Clutterbuck
Publisher: Blake Education
Total Pages: 144
Release: 1997
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781864412345

Age 5-7.

No Boring Practice, Please! Spelling

No Boring Practice, Please! Spelling
Author: Harold Jarnicki
Publisher: Teaching Resources
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2005-09-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780439531498

Covers syllabication, spelling rules and rule breakers, commonly misspelled words, and more

ALA Rules for Filing Catalog Cards

ALA Rules for Filing Catalog Cards
Author: American Library Association
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 112
Release: 1968-12
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780838900017

This work is a guide to filing catalogue cards using the basic order of alphabetical, word-by-word filing.

Whistling Whales

Whistling Whales
Author: Denise Eide
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2017
Genre: Reading
ISBN: 9781942154136

This playful introduction to sounds of 21 letter teams unlocks the door for children to hear, say, and recognize key components for understanding written English.

Building Blocks to Spelling

Building Blocks to Spelling
Author: Susanne Schaeffer
Publisher: Teacher Created Resources
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2003-01-15
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0743932846

Provides a 32-week spelling program that is designed to teach students the phonics rules for spelling.