The Mechanics of Style and Grammar · Spring Term

Subject-Verb Agreement and Pronoun Usage

Reinforcing the rules for subject-verb agreement and correct pronoun-antecedent agreement.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze common errors in subject-verb agreement and how to correct them.
  2. Explain how pronoun case changes based on its function in a sentence.
  3. Construct sentences demonstrating correct subject-verb and pronoun-antecedent agreement.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Exploring and UsingNCCA: Primary - Understanding
Class/Year: 6th Year
Subject: Voices and Visions: Advanced Literacy and Communication
Unit: The Mechanics of Style and Grammar
Period: Spring Term

Suggested Methodologies

Chalk Talk

Written-only discussion, no speaking allowed

15–30 min

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Stations Rotation

Rotate through different activity stations

35–55 min

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Collaborative Problem-Solving

Structured group problem-solving with defined roles

25–50 min

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