Uncovering the Logic of English

by Eide, Denise

• ISBN13: 9781936706211
• ISBN10: 1936706210
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-07-15
• Publisher: Logic of English, Inc
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About This Book

Uncovering the Logic of English: A Common-Sense Approach to Reading, Spelling, and Literacy

ISBN: 9781936706211

"Uncovering the Logic of English" is a groundbreaking textbook that challenges the notion that English is illogical by systematically explaining English spelling and reading rules. Written by Denise Eide, an educator and author with a passion for literacy instruction, this book is designed to help educators and parents understand the logic behind English and teach it effectively to students of all learning styles.

Who Uses It?

This book is primarily used by homeschoolers, educators, and parents who want to improve their children's reading and spelling skills. It serves as an excellent refresher and reference for those who have used intensive phonics programs or need to back up their children who are struggling with reading or spelling. It's also a valuable resource for anyone looking to transform their approach to teaching English.

History and Editions

The 2nd edition of "Uncovering the Logic of English" was published in 2012. This edition has been widely praised for its common-sense approach to reading, spelling, and literacy. Denise Eide's work in the field of literacy instruction since 1995 has made her a leading expert in this area. Her desire is to make these methods available to all students, parents, and educators, aiming to dramatically reverse America's literacy crisis.

Author and Other Works

Denise Eide is an accomplished author, speaker, and curriculum designer. Her specialty is teaching reading and spelling to educators and parents by helping them understand the logic of English. In addition to "Uncovering the Logic of English," Denise Eide has contributed significantly to the field of literacy education through her work in curriculum design and her passion for making complex concepts simple and accessible.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Softcover Book: ISBN-13: 9781936706211
• Publisher: Logic of English, Inc.
• Publication Date: 2012
• Number of Pages: 208
• Language: English
• Item Weight: 0.75 pounds
• Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other ISBNs for different formats of this specific edition, it is part of a broader program inspired by Denise Eide's work. For more direct teaching materials, users can explore the Logic of English program from Pedia Learning.

Related ISBNs:

Since there are no additional ISBNs for different formats of this specific edition, we recommend exploring the Logic of English program for further resources.

Publication Details

• Publisher: Logic of English, Inc.
• Publication Date: 2012
• Number of Pages: 208
• Language: English

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Uncovering the Logic of English," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 11
The Problem of English	p. 15
The Literacy Crisis	p. 21
Phonograms: The Building Blocks of Words	p. 25
Consonants, Vowels, and Syllables: What They Are and Why They Matter	p. 37
Foundational Consonant Rules	p. 41
Foundational Vowel Rules	p. 49
The Mystery of Silent Final EÆs Solved!	p. 63
Words Ending in One Vowel and One Consonant	p. 77
Adding Suffixes to Single Vowel Y Words	p. 87
Adding Suffixes to Any Word	p. 91
The Power of the Latin Spellings of /sh/	p. 95
Decoding Past Tense Verbs	p. 101
Forming Plural Nouns and Singular Verbs	p. 107
Clearing Confusion about al- and ûful	p. 113
The Final Spelling Rules	p. 115
Overcoming Challenges: Creating an Auditory Picture	p. 121
Efficient Spelling and Vocabulary Development	p. 129
Putting It All Together	p. 141
Spelling Rules	p. 151
Basic Phonograms	p. 153
More about the Basic Phonograms	p. 157
Sound to Spelling Reference	p. 167
Advanced Phonograms	p. 169
Adding a Suffix to Any Word	p. 171
Irregular Verbs	p. 173
Irregular Plurals	p. 179
Common Prefixes and Suffixes	p. 183
American, British, Canadian & Australian Spellings	p. 185
Resources	p. 193
Glossary	p. 195
Bibliography	p. 197
Notes	p. 199
Subject Index	p. 201
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