Éléments grammaticaux selon leur fonction
Ce document, adapté de Gillis et Eberhardt (2018) done un aperçu des éléments grammaticaux les plus importants, classés selon leur fonction.
Grade 3 thinkSRSD-inspired POWeR Cycles
This resource features a collection of thinkSRSD-inspired POWeR (Plan, Organize, Write, Revise) cycles designed specifically for Grade 3 writers. Each cycle supports students in becoming strategic writers through explicit instruction in key strategies, with built-in opportunities to connect writing instruction to Grade 3 content areas.
Syntactic Structures
This handout was adapted from Gillis & Eberhardt (2018) – Syntax: Knowledge to Practice. It unpacks the difference between phrases, independent clauses, and dependent clauses. Please note that it is designed to be used as an educator reference sheet and not as a teaching material with students.
Grammatical Elements by Function
This handout was adapted from Gillis & Eberhardt (2018) – Syntax: Knowledge to Practice. It highlights conventional terms for parts of speech and provides insight into the functional role these units play within sentences. Please note that it is designed to be used as an educator reference sheet and not as a teaching material with…
Enseigner la grammaire en contexte
Il est maintenant reconnu que l’enseignement de la grammaire ne devrait pas être réalisé en silo. En effet, pour que les élèves perçoivent l’utilité des notions grammaticales qu’on leur enseigne et qu’ils transfèrent leurs connaissances sur la langue dans divers contextes de productions orales et écrites, il est important que leur enseignement repose sur des…
La grammaire nouvelle : La comprendre et l’enseigner
La première partie explique les raisons de l’adoption d’une nouvelle grammaire, ce qui la distingue de la grammaire traditionnelle et ce qui fait son intérêt. La deuxième partie considère l’aptitude à l’écriture, et plus particulièrement le développement d’une compétence grammaticale, à la lumière des connaissances actuelle sur l’apprentissage. Tout au long de l’ouvrage, le lecteur…
Writing Pathway
The Writing Pathway, researched by Dr. Steve Graham, makes high-quality writing instruction accessible to all, blending a researched approach with AI tools that save educators time. Teachers can create writing practice for any topic or content area across grades 3-12.
Grammar on the Go
Grammar on the Go is a playlist of some foundational grammar concepts covered in the new Ontario Language Arts Curriculum (2003) for Grades 1-9. The video series focuses on nouns (common, proper, singular, plural), verbs (past, present, future, progressive, perfect tenses), pronouns (first person, second person, third person), gerunds, adjectives (common, proper, comparative, superlative, pronoun…
Syntax Party Recording
Missed the ONlit Syntax Party with Dr. Margie Gillis? Catch up with the recordings – learn about why syntax is necessary for skilled reading and writing, and how to best teach this important language domain.
Big Sentences by Little Learners: Emergent Syntax & Grammar
Keen to build oral language in early childhood? These slide decks were created and generously shared by Melinda Hinch, a Speech-Language Pathologist in Greater Essex County DSB. Each deck follows a scope and sequence of syntax and grammar structures, and uses an explicit « I do it, We do it, You do it » framework to build…
Reading Road Trip: Making Sense of Syntax with Nancy Chapel Eberhardt
This week, Kate is joined by Nancy Chapel Eberhardt to discuss all things syntax. A key element of language comprehension, equipping students with an understanding of syntax is key to supporting strong reading and writing skills! Take a listen to learn more about how syntax develops and how to best teach this domain of language.
Syntax: Knowledge to Practice
This book, from the Literacy How Professional Learning Series, covers relevant research, knowledge that educators need, activities, assessment and information on selecting and using texts to support syntax instruction in the classroom. Classroom educators from K-3 and those who provide intervention for older learners would benefit from this book, which is also informative professional development…
