Actually three books in one, you can pick and choose which parts will fit your needs. The first part outlines the latest theories, research and principles that underlie high quality grammar instruction for writing.

Part two links theory and practice, as classroom-proven teaching ideas, strategies and lessons address key subjects as diverse as helping individuals make better stylistic use of modifiers and incorporate grammar into revision work.

In the final section, Weaver invites members of the field to share their views on high quality grammar instruction. Here successful instructors describe their teaching, how they respond to student errors, guide students through the editing process and assist English language learners edit for conventional English.

This comprehensive resource will assist anyone interested in the writing process to better understand the use of grammar in creating more purposeful, detailed and sophisticated prose.