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proving grammar is necessary for reading and writing well
Author: Lorie	August 1, 1999 at 14:44:38

	What materials have you read which attempt to prove learning grammar well results in increased reading comprehension and better writing skills? To many of you this question seems crazy, but I teach in a public school and my focus on grammar is questioned by teachers and parents. I want to be ready with an articulate and simple answer. Any suggestions on reading materials? I just know that my students' low reading levels and inability to write sentences stem from a total ignorance of parts of speech and basic sentence structure. It is common sense I know, but everything is debatable these days!
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	Re: proving grammar is necessary for reading and writing well Penny 16:18:52 1/4/2000 (0) Dr Jeanne Chall's "Stages of Reading Development" Susan Davis 15:57:56 8/5/1999 (0) Jeanne Chall' Susan Davis 15:39:32 8/5/1999 (0) Jeanne Chall' Susan Davis 15:39:32 8/5/1999 (0) Why don't you post this question on the Read America board?... KC 05:28:14 8/2/1999 (0)
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