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    The Classical Speller, Grade II, Student Edition
    The Classical Speller, Grade II, Student Edition
    The Classical Speller, Grade II, Student Edition
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    The Classical Speller, Grade II, Student Edition

    By Gail McGaffigan

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    A 100-year-old, tried-and-true spelling method. Get back to the classics - Education the way it was for every great man of every generation, from our Colonial forefathers up until about the 1970’s. Then, it was replaced by “Whole Language,” a method that has reduced spelling to its current state (just exchange texts with any teenager for a vivid example).
    Obsolete and less-used words have been replaced. Homeschool tested and approved!
    The Classical Speller is an invitation to return to a time when people cared about their spelling and everything else they produced. Students following this method will build real self-esteem and pride in a job well done.
    Student Edition only.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGail McGaffigan
    Release dateNov 8, 2012
    ISBN9781301347803
    The Classical Speller, Grade II, Student Edition
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    Gail McGaffigan

    Isn't it hard to find something good to read sometimes? I know the feeling. It's tough to find a book that's clean, but not boring; with honorable characters with whom you feel a kinship. I am dedicated to creating wholesome, enjoyable books for you and your family, because I create them for my family, as well. If you're expecting to read about how it was always my dream to be a writer, you might be disappointed: I am sort of a reluctant author. My interest in writing grew from my fascination with mostly-forgotten American books of the 19th and early 20th centuries; not so much the great classics, but good dimestore, bread-and-butter-type books. Their material is so incredibly good, and I love the values, but much of it is not suited to the modern reader; so I think of myself as working "post-humorously" with authors of the past, restoring their intent. It's a lot like home renovation - Some will make it historically perfect, others will modernize everything...but some would rather restore the builder's intent, by synthesizing old and new to create something that's just right. Back then, authors felt that it was important to convey this message: It's worth it. All the struggle and the sacrifices we make to maintain our integrity and live with dignity are all worth it. This message is as vital today as ever, and I am honored for this chance to deliver it to you and your family. A New Jersey native and graduate of the Boston University School for the Arts, I now live in coastal New England with my husband, son, daughter, and a greyhound who has 19 lives. I am currently at work on her next book, as well as Classically Gail, my free, one-year online course in Music Appreciation. I may be contacted at either of her blogs, including http://www.classicallygail.blogspot.com

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      The Classical Speller, Grade II, Student Edition - Gail McGaffigan

      The Classical Speller

      Grade II

      Student Edition

      by Gail McGaffigan

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      Copyright 2012 Gail McGaffigan

      All Rights Reserved

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      Smashwords Edition, License Notes

      This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

      Table of Contents

      Directions to Students

      Lesson 1

      Lesson 2

      Lesson 3

      Lesson 4

      Lesson 5

      Lesson 6

      Lesson 7

      Lesson 8

      Lesson 9

      Lesson 10

      Lesson 11

      Lesson 12

      Lesson 13

      Lesson 14

      Lesson 15

      Lesson 16

      Lesson 17

      Lesson 18

      Lesson 19

      Lesson 20

      Lesson 21

      Lesson 22

      Lesson 23

      Lesson 24

      Lesson 25

      Lesson 26

      Lesson 27

      Lesson 28

      Lesson 29

      Lesson 30

      Appendix

      About the Author

      Sample Other Books Now

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      Directions to Students

      Note to Instructors

      Go over these directions with your students, clarifying as necessary for their age level.

      Why These Words Should be Studied

      One of the ways by which people judge others is by the presence or absence of spelling errors. Often, a person has failed to get a job, grant, scholarship, or other desired goal, because of spelling errors on the application. Even in the ordinary friendly email, spelling errors make a bad impression. The words which you are to learn from this spelling book are the words which people most frequently use in everyday writing.

      How to Learn the Words

      The first step in the study of each lesson will be pronunciation. Your teacher will pronounce each word for you. Look at your

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