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INTRODUCING: Geo-Grammar—a series of 5-day mini-units that blend whole-group instruction, review games, and independent exploration into a globe-trotting grammar adventure!
These are no ordinary grammar units! We combine proven teaching strategies with our interactive digital LINKtivities, where students virtually explore the world while learning grammar—all in just 20 minutes a day.
Each week, students embark on a virtual journey to a new global destination while tackling a fresh grammar skill! From the Golden Gate Bridge of California to the kiwi-filled landscapes of New Zealand, the soaring heights of Angel Falls in Venezuela to the rugged peaks of Canada’s Rocky Mountains—your students will embark on an unforgettable, world-class learning adventure!
Each week, Geo-Grammar follows the same routine, helping students know what to expect while saving you time on preparation and instruction.
Here's what a week of Geo-Grammar will look like in your classroom:
DAY 1: SKILL INTRODUCTION
On Day 1, start by introducing the geographical location you'll explore that week while learning the grammar skill. Share three fun facts about the place using ready-made digital anchor slides. Next, as a whole group, introduce the grammar skill, watch a brief student-friendly video, and go through a few practice slides together.
DAY 2: REVIEW GAME
On Day 2, begin by reviewing the grammar skill using the prepared anchor slides. Next, play a whole-class game of SCOOT. Alternatively, you can use the SCOOT cards as task cards at individual or small group centers.
DAY 3: LINKtivity® Exploration
On Day 3, students will put what they've been learning into practice using a digital LINKtivity®. Students can review the skill independently through the LINKtivity before completing several interactive practice slides. The LINKtivity is self-checking, providing immediate feedback for the students. They will also have the option to explore the geographical location through a guided Google Earth tour.
Our LINKtivities are designed with diverse learners in mind, featuring user-friendly navigation and audio support that reads text to students, making it perfect for struggling readers and English language learners.
DAY 4: PASSPORT PAGE
On Day 4, students will complete their passport page with further review of the grammar skill. As your and your students travel the world exploring grammar throughout the year, they will be building out their passport with a new page each week!
DAY 5: ASSESSMENT
On Day 5, students show their understanding of the grammar skill through a short assessment.
HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH EACH WEEK:
Teacher Guide with step-by-step instructions on how to teach each grammar skill to your students
Anchor Slides to help you pace out your instruction while providing engaging visuals for your students
25 SCOOT game cards & recording sheet to be used as a review game. Alternatively, the SCOOT cards can be used as task cards in an independent or small group center. (answer key included)
Digital LINKtivity® for independent exploration of each grammar skill - includes review of the skill covered in previous lessons as well as practice slides infused with fun facts about the geo-location of the week along with a guided Google Earth tour of the location!
Student recording sheet/passport page for students to further review what they have learned throughout the week. If you decide to use our entire Geo-Grammar curriculum, students will add to their passport with a new page each week throughout the.
Unit Assessment - Finish off the week with a quick assessment of each grammar skill. (answer key included)
There are 4 units of Geo-Grammar to use throughout the year, each ranging from 5-7 weeks long, and covering Common Core language skills for 3rd grade.
UNIT 1:
UNIT 2:
UNIT 3:
UNIT 4:
