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[quote=Anonymous]Reading a lot can be very helpful but some kids naturally absorb spelling and some don't.  It may partially relate to whether they have had phonics training or a photographic memory or other related skills.

There is definitely not enough grammar content in public schools and it was never very interesting anyway when there was more of it.

Teachers tend not to do red ink pen very much because they are trained that the most important priority is not to discourage young writers.  I also believe when they say they have less time for grading.

So...the solution I recommend is to pay for a subscription to IXL.com and sit with your child as they complete the grammar units.  Focusing on grammar will require you to navigate your child through the grade-level skill-based units.  Otherwise they will get recommended a wide variety of English units. With some added focus, your child may be able to progress a couple grades above their grade level.  You should offer your kid some reward for doing this extra work.

Khan Academy might have a grammar resource but I don't know their offerings.[/quote]

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