Grammar
A strong foundation in grammar is a valuable tool in an aspiring writer’s toolkit. At Letterly, students conquer all levels of grammar, from parts of speech all the way to stylistic conventions.
Foundational grammar for writers
From parts of speech to stylistic conventions, you will learn the “rules of language” and how to use them creatively.
Learn grammar “from the ground up,” with an emphasis on learning the “why” behind the rules of language
Immediately put skills into practice via in-class discussions and engaging homework assignments.
Put your learning to the test with an ultimate editing project that synthesizes all previous coursework and encourages writing fluency.
Year-Round Courses
Letterly Grammar Courses
With Letterly, students of all levels can thrive when they engage in a complete grammar curriculum. Younger students build a foundation in the parts of speech and gain understanding of why English works the way it does, while older students learn stylistic conventions and explore ways to use their grammatical toolkit creatively
Grammar I: Parts of speech
Begin your grammar journey with an introduction to the 8 parts of speech, the “building blocks” of language. Learn all about the different types of words you use every day, and the important role each one plays in creating a sentence.
Grammar II: Advanced parts of speech and punctuation
Deepen your understanding of grammar by exploring more advanced rules for parts of speech and punctuation. Learn about the finer details of word usage, modifiers, and punctuation marks, and how they contribute to clearer, more effective writing.
Grammar III: Clauses and sentences
Explore how different parts of speech work together to create clear, effective sentences. You’ll learn to identify and properly use clauses, prepositional phrases, verb tenses, and punctuation, and understand how each element shapes sentence structure and meaning.
Grammar IV: Advanced grammar principles of composition
Elevate your grammar and writing by mastering advanced punctuation and key principles of composition. This class goes beyond strict grammatical rules, helping you develop a strong sense of style and consistency, while enabling you to fully unleash your grammatical creativity.
