A diagnostic test and practice exercises cover basic grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.

Every phase of writing is addressed in this authoritative, practical guide. Specific topics include: organizing information, discovering a personal voice, enhancing readability and checking grammar and spelling. Featuring hundreds of exercises and written in a relaxed, entertaining style, this is the perfect aid for the many Americans who wish to improve their communication skills in both their business and personal lives.

"Haver′s Structured English Immersion excels in its directives to implement an effective SEI program from start to finish. While citing research and giving the pedagogical basis for SEI, Haver does not get mired in the theory—instead, heading directly towards the practice. This book is an excellent resource for those schools and districts struggling to implement the best SEI program for their LEP students." Education Leaders Council Weekly Policy Update, May 2003 "This book is very helpful not only to LEP teachers, but also to administrators who are responsible for setting up a program." Arlene Myslinski, High School ESL Teacher Buffalo Grove High School, Illinois "The strength of this book lies in its many strategies for English Immersion programs as well as help for the regular teacher as the English learner is mainstreamed. These strategies cover all grades, both elementary and secondary." Nancy Law, Educational Consultant Sacramento City Schools, California Unlock the mystery—and potential—of Structured English Immersion! Several states have mandated Structured English Immersion (SEI) for their English Language Learners (ELL), but there are few resources to help teachers and administrators implement this highly effective program. At last, a guide has emerged that explains what SEI is and how it works in the classroom. Educators are taken through a process that guarantees success for ELLs at any skill-level. Experienced teacher and researcher Johanna Haver shows how easy it is to ensure that ELLs gain mastery of English and also learn the essentials of the mainstream curriculum in this easy-to-follow manual. The many benefits teachers and administrators will find in this book include: Comprehensive definitions of SEI and the research that supports it Explanation of evaluation and assessment procedures Realistic timelines, goals, and strategies for mainstreaming students Real-life examples from exemplary SEI programs Step-by-step guidance on implementing SEI techniques in SEI and mainstream classes Suggestions for maintaining native languages Tips on including parents Teachers with a background in bilingual education as well as those teachers who are dealing with ELLs for the first time will find this book an invaluable resource. In addition, administrators will find helpful information about starting an SEI program at their school.

Understanding how English grammar works can be quite daunting; even more so if English is not your native tongue. However, in today's competitive world you need to get the grammar right, especially in written English. Whether you write simple business emails or complicated academic papers and whether you are a professional or a student, using the correct grammar will give you a competitive edge because it helps you get your message across more clearly and shows that you pay attention to detail. This book offers you a basic introduction to the grammar rules of English. This book focuses on the different parts of speech and shows you how to use English correctly. It is structured in the form of lessons, each ending with at least one short exercise to help you check your understanding of what you've learned in that lesson. At the end of the book you'll find longer exercises mixing everything together. You can use this book not only to learn English grammar but also as a basic reference guide when you are unsure of how to structure a sentence and which words to use.If you want to understand the basics of English grammar and improve your language skills, This book will guide you every step of the way.

With Grammar Step by Step with Pictures, by Ralph S. Boggs and Robert J. Dixon, younger students and visual learners can easily master grammar concepts and basic vocabulary. A consistent six-page lesson format, filled with focused grammar presentations, abundant exercises, and precise illustrations, makes Grammar Step by Step with Pictures ideal for grammar instruction, concentrated practice, or self-study. Features 46 graded lessons present and recycle essential structures of English and introduce more than 800 basic vocabulary words. Updated content reflects new technologies, changing gender roles, and the cultural diversity of today's classroom. Illustrations on every page enhance comprehension for beginning students and visual learners. New Quick Grammar Reference section allows for quick review of essential structures and principles.

For almost four decades, Made Simple books have set the standard for continuing education and home study. In answer to the changing needsof today's marketplace, the Made Simple series for the '90s presents a thoroughly up-to-the-minute portfolio of skills, information, and experience, with revised and updated editions of bestselling titles, plus a whole range of new subjects from personal finance to office management to desktop publishing. B & W illustrations throughout