I thoroughly enjoyed this fast-paced book packed with ideas for teaching grammar. Because I teach many of my students for two and even three years in a row, I am always looking for new ideas, ways to keep things fresh. I will definitely be trying out this low-pressure, high-engagement approach to teaching certain aspects of grammar this year.

As English teachers we realize the importance of teaching grammar in context, and this is a good beginning, a jumping-off point for addressing those issues that most plague our students' writing.

I recommend this book to all Language Arts teachers who are looking for fresh approaches and ways to infuse their lessons with variety--and humor.

It is fun defiantly! But it is related to school and I hate school. Very Good though!! Deserves a 4 star rating :)

Another excellent source of bellwork for the High School English student

Great resource for middle school classrooms. Adaptability to student groups makes this a very usable resource.

I very much enjoyed reading this book, and was excited to start a story with my fourth grade class. Having completed my first year using this method, I am unconvinced of a lot of things that this book claims. I really liked the stories and ideas for creating your own, but I did not like the assessment portion of this book, and I found it tricky to implement it fully, given the guidance and suggestions of the author. I am nonetheless convinced that this idea, of providing short, linked and targeted surface feature lessons CAN work, I've just got to figure out how to make it work for me and my students best.

I loved this book! I can't wait to implement this in my classroom!

Easy to read and makes sense- something to really use in the classroom.