The ELT Grammar Book: An Instructor-Friendly Guide for English Language Teachers

By Richard Firsten and Michael C. Berman

The ELT Grammar Book, 2nd Edition offers a refreshingly human approach to understanding and teaching English grammar. Written specifically for teachers, this book moves beyond dry rules and dense charts to explain how English grammar actually works--and why learners struggle with it. Author Richard Firsten combines clear, teacher-friendly explanations with humor, comics, historical insights, and a conversational narrative style that makes complex grammar topics approachable and memorable. Each chapter invites active engagement through reflection questions and practice activities, helping teachers process the material in ways that support both teaching and long-term retention. Practical teaching tips address common learner errors and troublesome grammar points, making the book especially useful for classroom application, tutoring, and teacher training. Online chapter supplements extend learning beyond the page, making The ELT Grammar Book a flexible, insightful resource for both new and experienced ELT professionals.

Features

Clear, teacher-friendly explanations of English grammar

Engaging use of comics, anecdotes, and historical context

Reflection questions and exercises for active learning

End-of-chapter summaries highlighting core grammar points

Practical advice for addressing common learner difficulties

Teaching tips tailored to real classroom challenges

Ideal for self-study, teacher education, and professional development

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0990874524
• ISBN13: 9780990874522
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: Pro Lingua Learning
• Length: 517 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.8" x 9.9"