Introduction
Grammar is a language concept that encompasses the rules guiding the correctness and interpretation of sounds, words, and sentences. The basic components of grammar are phonology, syntax, morphology, and semantics (Nelson & Greenbaum, 2018). The combination of these components should be taught thoroughly for children to develop adequate writing and speaking skills. The advancement and improvement of these skills allow children to properly and clearly express themselves in any environment.
Teaching Grammar
The art of teaching grammar includes employing different strategies while explaining various grammar concepts. Teachers should use examples from real texts, explain terms of grammar by using examples and encourage communitive learning. In addition, teachers should motivate children to experiment and play with language. These goals could be achieved through the usage of engaging games (Yaccob & Yunus, 2019). Children’s handwriting begins to develop with the scribbling on pieces of paper, which prepares them to hold pens or pencils. However, the proper development of handwriting takes place in primary school, where children are taught through different methods, for example, Teach it English and Handwriting without Tears (Duiser, et, al., 2020). Teaching and assisting children’s handwriting takes efforts from teachers that lie outside of one specific class or activity. In order to achieve excellent results in studying grammar, teachers should incorporate writing throughout the early childhood curriculum. This includes bringing grammar not only to other areas of learning but also to playtime settings (Bingham et al., 2018). As has been mentioned above, communitive learning is a great way to integrate studying and entertainment, and through knowledge expressed by the pupils, the teacher is able to assess their learning progress.
Conclusion
In conclusion, grammar is a complex language concept that consists of four basic components. These components are syntax, morphology, phonology, and semantics, and it is imperative that children are taught them thoroughly and with great attention. Teaching grammar involves employing various strategies, such as authentic examples, games, and pupils’ participation. There are also different methods of teaching grammar that are employed during the primary school period. In order to ensure that grammar is studied properly, teachers should consider extending writing and grammar practices to other subjects and playtime activities.
References
Bingham, G. E., Quinn, M. F., McRoy, K., Zhang, X., & Gerde, H. K. (2018). Integrating writing into the early childhood curriculum: A frame for intentional and meaningful writing experiences. Early Childhood Education Journal, 46(6), 601–611.
Duiser, I. H., Ledebt, A., van der Kamp, J., & Savelsbergh, G. J. (2020). Persistent handwriting problems are hard to predict: A longitudinal study of handwriting development in primary school. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 97, 103551.
Nelson, G., & Greenbaum, S. (2018). An introduction to English grammar. Routledge.
Yaccob, N. S., & Yunus, M. M. (2019). Language Games in Teaching and Learning English Grammar: A Literature Review. Arab World English Journal, 10(1), 209–217.