Grassroots with Readings: The Writer's Workbook

by Susan Fawcett

Using her unique M-A-P approach (Model-Analysis-Practice), Susan Fawcett�s books have guided hundreds of thousands of students through the writing process, from foundations of grammar, mechanics, and spelling through writing clear sentences and well-organized paragraphs. Her inductive approach; plentiful, high-interest student models and practices; and contemporary readings engage and motivate students. This new Eleventh Edition of GRASSROOTS triples the writing coverage-with new Chapters 5 and 6, �Thinking Through the Writing Patterns.� Also featured are new critical-thinking and viewing assignments throughout; eight fresh reading selections focused on issues and ideas, not narrative; and a new emphasis on academic and third-person writing.

544 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Jeffrey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is great for developmental or less experienced writers. Lots of exercises. We know that we learn best by doing. So do. You get all the basics here in an easily readable, doable format. I've used this in my developmental classes for years. A standard in composition basics. Keep in mind that it's not for advanced writers and shouldn't be seen as an end all and cure all. It certainly has it's short comings, but it's up to the teacher to determine how best to use the material within. I often preface my comments about the grammar, mechanics, and general techniques offered with what writing in the "real world" is like. I've also used Style and Difference to show how the rules can and are broken even ignored. So students should be aware that this is a starting point with ideas and insights to writing that will change over time as their ability becomes more innate and less by wrote.