How creating enthusiasm and enjoyment for spelling, punctuation and grammar results in faster learning and higher retention
Anything that is taught through only one medium can result in the learner becoming disengaged and resistant to its charms.
Indeed, if the topic being taught is considered to be lacking in any specific charms then resistance can be even stronger.
So it is with spelling, punctuation and grammar. Where children are primarily taught these topics through the traditional worksheets and reading schemes, then a certain resistance to learning can develop in some pupils.
We all know that having the same information presented in different ways makes it more memorable. The more original the method of presentation, the more we remember the information.
So learning through using what might be called “other means” approaches, such as movement, speech and drama, engages all types of learner and lowers their resistance.
This is the new approach that we have developed for the resource Teaching Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling Through Drama
The resource contains over 70 clearly described and ready-to-use activities, covering each of the rules that children are expected to know and use in the SATs during Year 6.
Using a combination of visual, aural and kinaesthetic approaches every type of learner is accommodated. Thus by completing the activities the children internalise the language and absorb ideas, skills and understanding.
Indeed so effective is the approach that children can be taught in mixed abilities, mixed ages, whole class or small group situations.
The nature of the activities means that in addition to literacy understanding, pupils will also develop skills in problem solving, teamwork and social confidence.
Free sample resources are available on our website along with the contents page and introduction.
You can order Teaching Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling through Drama in any of these ways:
- On our website
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- By fax on 01449 767122
- By email to orders@tradecounter.co.uk
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