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Mechanics Quiz for Teachers
See how much you know about mechanics (punctuation, capitalization, spelling, etc.) by taking the 10 Question Mechanics Quiz for Teachers. Don't worry; I’ll dispense with the…

How to Evaluate Spelling Programs
With increasing attention on following Response to Intervention (RTI) guidelines, it makes sense to follow the criteria that orthographic research has established for quality spelling programs.

The Ten Parts of Speech with Clear Examples
Knowing the parts of speech is key to the grammatical language of instruction. Writers need to be able to accurately identify and apply each of these…

The Most Useful Punctuation and Capitalization Rules
Proper punctuation and capitalization are marks of an educated and careful writer. Here is everything you need to know about proper punctuation and capitalization in one…