Voyages in English 2018

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GRAMMAR AND WRITING

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oyages in English 2018 is the latest revision of the beloved, timetested grammar and writing program. It offers unparalleled content and exceptional teacher support—the result of decades of research and practice by experts in the field of language arts. Voyages in English teaches grammar and writing as essential and related skills, presenting concepts in a balanced approach that empowers students to become critical thinkers and effective readers, writers, speakers, and listeners.

Aligned with Common Core State Standards and correlated to the National Council of Teachers of English Standards, Voyages in English ensures mastery of skills and improved performance on standardized tests as it cultivates a lifelong passion for writing and grammar.

Now, with the all-new Voyages in English Kindergarten, even very young children can begin to build a solid foundation in language and literacy and grow to become the successful, confident communicators that today’s world requires.

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Program Features

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• Rigorous grammar and writing instruction

paves the way for today’s young learners to become tomorrow’s successful communicators.

All-new kindergarten program Common Core State Standards Correlations

• Systematic, scaffolded instruction—

in which concepts are introduced, taught, practiced, applied, and assessed— leads to eventual mastery and outstanding test scores.

New and updated writing genres

• More teacher support than ever before—

including scripting, extra teaching options for each lesson, and wrap-around student pages in the Teacher Edition—makes instruction simple.

• Targeted and integrated grammar and writing instruction provides opportunities

Updated components and web resources Turn the page to learn more!

for communication mastery that a reading program alone can’t offer.

• Focused practice in various writing genres

ensures that students are well prepared to confidently express themselves in the written word, regardless of the subject.

• Unique kindergarten resources, such

as the Grammar Big Book and Writing Cards, offer an engaging and interactive approach to building grammar and writing competency.

PREVIEW SAMPLES! Visit voyagesinenglish.com or call 800.621.1008 A Complete K-8 Program

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Program Overview Voyages in English 2018 Meets and Exceeds Standards Rooted in rigorous, comprehensive language arts instruction, Voyages in English builds students’ confidence as effective writers, readers, listeners, and speakers. Voyages has adapted to the changing educational landscape for more than 75 years without compromising its commitment to excellence.

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Standards Individual State s NCTE Standard State Common Core Standards

Common Core for K–8

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A Balance of Grammar and Writing Voyages in English is organized into two related yet distinct parts: grammar and writing. The Student Editions for Grades 1–8 are divided in this way to help teachers tailor lesson plans to student needs and to differentiate instruction. This type of organization has many benefits: • Grammar lessons have greater depth, providing a direct

focus on grammar so students gain the tools needed to learn the structure of language.

• Writing instruction is relevant to students’ lives, to

the literature they read and enjoy, and to everyday communication.

• Integration opportunities are built into the program,

allowing teachers to show the relationship between grammar and writing.

• Flexible planning becomes simple, allowing for

adaptations based on students’ needs.

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Part 1: Grammar The Structure of Language

• Parts of speech • Usage • Mechanics

• Punctuation/

capitalization

• Sentence

diagramming

Part 2: Writing The Structure of Written Text

• Traits of effective

• Word and

• Genre

• Steps of the

writing

characteristics

study skills writing process

• Sentence structure

A Complete K-8 Program

Kindergarten

ALL NEW TO VOYAGES!

Start Students Off “Write” Grammar Big Books Actual Size 14" × 18"

The Grammar Big Books will get kindergarten students excited about grammar. The oversized structure, designed for teachers to hold and show, invites young learners to interactively experience foundational language arts concepts in a playful and joyful way.

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Grammar Big Books include:

• 2 oversized volumes • 36 grammar concepts • Clear definitions and examples • Glossary of grammar terms • Captivating photos and illustrations

• Fully supported lesson plans with Teacher Edition

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The only program with a big book for grammar!

Writing Cards Box Each box includes 90 bright and colorful user-friendly cards with writing prompts that spark the imagination. The cards are divided into 6 different genres and further broken down into 3 levels of writing proficiency, allowing students to begin at their current level and grow in their abilities.

The creative and color-coded cards offer systematic, scaffolded opportunities to accelerate literacy in early writers.

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GENRES

1 Personal Narrative 2 Friendly Letter 3 Directions 4 Description 5 Book Report 6 Informational Writing

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Teacher Edition Everything needed to present a meaningful and fun lesson is included in this step-bystep, scripted Teacher Edition. With lesson objectives, materials list, reproducible blackline masters, highlighted Common Core State Standards Correlations, helpful teaching tips, and a wealth of creative, interactive activities, each paced grammar and writing lesson covers one week of instruction.

To track students’ progress, the Voyages in English Teacher Edition offers developmentally appropriate assessment opportunities such as tips for observational assessment, checklists, portfolio collection, and writing rubrics.

Kindergarten

Grades 1-2 Building Foundational Language and Literacy Skills Each program component guides children at the primary level to build skills to eventually master the written and spoken word. Grammar and the mechanics of writing are reinforced to equip students with powerful communication skills.

Voyages in English focuses on building students’ confidence to speak and write with clarity, correctness, and purpose. This award-winning approach empowers students to become dynamic young communicators.

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Student Edition (Workbook) The consumable Student Edition builds students’ confidence to use grammar correctly and to convey their thoughts purposefully through writing. Ample practice opportunities in grammar and writing set students on the path to a lifetime of communication competence and success.

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Teacher Edition The Teacher Edition provides consistent instructional steps in a clear, easy-to-follow format.

Our systematic, direct approach includes background information needed to teach each grammar concept and writing genre. An improved instructional design helps teachers progress from planning to instruction to assessment with ease.

To further simplify planning and instruction, Common Core State Standards are noted in each lesson at point of use.

Customizable Assessment Loyola Press Online Assessment System

The Online Assessment System gives teachers the ability to create, assign, deliver, and evaluate assessments through a secure online testing center, providing the ability to easily measure and record student progress every step of the way.

Updated Website

• Alignments to popular reading programs • Correlation charts to the Common Core State Standards

• Blackline masters for additional practice • Lesson plans

www.voyagesinenglish.com Grades 1-2

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Grades 3-8 Cultivating Effective, Powerful Communicators Voyages in English for Grades 3–8 fully prepares students to become masters of the written and spoken word. The components of this program are the result of decades of research and practice by experts in the fields of grammar, writing, and communication.

The result is better writers, readers, listeners, and speakers as well as happy teachers, principals, and parents.

Student Edition (Hardcover)

NEW Writing Genres Added

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Three additional writing chapters per grade, including genres such as argumentative writing, literary analysis, and poetry, help foster critical-thinking skills in young writers.

Teacher Edition

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Practice Books

Assessment Books

Customizable Assessment Loyola Press Online Assessment System

This helpful and easy-to-use online tool includes a customizable test generator, management of class scores and assignments, secure online testing from any browser-based device, and a complete reporting system.

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Interactive Digital Student Editions With the Interactive Digital Student Edition for Grades 3–8, content can be easily viewed on any computer or device that supports online Internet browsing.

Content is not downloadable. The students can highlight, make notes, and write responses. The changes are saved each time the child uses these features. Students can access the site from home or school.

Grades 3-8

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