Living Literature Grammar Packs
$20.00
This 15-week curriculum pairs rich picture books with short, effective lessons—perfect for 3rd–5th graders who thrive with a gentle, engaging approach to language arts.
Living Literature Grammar Packs
A gentle, literature-based grammar curriculum for 3rd–5th grade
If traditional grammar workbooks leave your child overwhelmed—or just plain bored—this flexible, engaging curriculum is a breath of fresh air.
Living Literature Grammar Packs is a 15-week digital PDF curriculum designed for 3rd–5th-grade students, with flexibility for advanced 2nd graders or 6th graders who benefit from a lighter, more meaningful approach. Rather than relying on dry drills, this program uses excellent fiction and non-fiction picture books to make language arts feel relevant, creative, and fun.
It’s grammar that actually makes sense—taught through living books kids enjoy.
How It Works
Each week, your child will:
✔ Read a carefully selected, high-quality picture book.
✔ Complete a grammar packet filled with concise, engaging language arts activities.
✔ Practice handwriting with a spelling list tied to the week’s lessons.
The picture books are twaddle-free selections—many award-winning, many tied to science or history topics, and all carefully chosen for their rich language and literary value. Their shorter length makes them perfect for a quick read on Day 1, leaving the rest of the week open for language arts exploration.
All the books used in this curriculum can likely be found at your local library. Click here to see the complete book list.
What’s Included
This digital curriculum covers a wide range of language arts skills through short, effective lessons:
- Grammar
- Reading comprehension
- Reading strategies
- Oral language skills
- Narration
- Handwriting
- Writing
- Poetic devices
- Critical thinking
You’ll also find a helpful glossary of language arts terms and a complete answer key for easy reference.
A Flexible, Enjoyable Approach to Language Arts
Living Literature Grammar Packs was initially created for my daughter, who thrived with brief instruction and meaningful practice rather than lengthy explanations or repetitive drills. It’s perfect for children who already have a foundation in grammar and need only a gentle review and regular practice.
Rather than lengthy explanations, multiple examples, or repetitive practice, it provides a gentle, literature-based approach to integrating grammar, spelling, and other language arts skills into everyday learning.
The activities provide clear directions (such as “underline the verb” or “combine the sentences”), assuming students already have some familiarity with these concepts. If a student needs more instruction before practicing, parents are encouraged to:
- Review the “Skills Covered” section at the beginning of the curriculum.
- Use free online resources such as YouTube videos or educational websites for mini-lessons on new or challenging concepts.
Use it as a semester-long curriculum, or follow the suggested “week on, week off” schedule for a year-round, balanced approach. The off-weeks are a great time to explore creative writing, copywork, phonics, grammar games, or extra reading. (Note: off-week activities are not included.)
Why Families Love Living Literature Grammar Packs
“This is the first grammar curriculum my daughter actually looks forward to. She’s so proud of her work, and I love that she’s making connections between what she reads and how language works. Please make more of these!”
— Rachel, Homeschool Mom
Why You’ll Love It, Too
- Uses real, living books—not boring worksheets
- Short and simple lessons that respect your child’s time and attention
- Encourages meaningful connections to language through literature
- Designed for independent learners with minimal parent prep
- Ideal for Charlotte Mason-inspired or eclectic homeschoolers
- Delivered as a digital PDF download for instant access and easy printing
If you’re looking for a low-stress, high-impact way to teach grammar through reading, Living Literature Grammar Packs is your new favorite tool! It’s a refreshing, gentle approach to grammar that builds confidence without busywork!
| Charter-Friendly | |
|---|---|
| Format | |
| Grade Level | Upper Elementary |
| Is Printing Necessary? | Yes |
| Suitable for Black and White Printing | Yes |
| Pages | 155 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1 review for Living Literature Grammar Packs
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Melissa Brander –
I was super intrigued by this product because of its focus on grammar. There are so many resources for studying living books – many of them amazing – but often they focus merely on content and comprehension, which is just one part of language arts. What I loved best about these lessons it that they are very firmly rooted in skills – both practicing and learning and they show kids how these skills are used in real settings.
The grammar packs contain a list of skills covered and it is extensive and thorough. I appreciated, too, how every week was different but similar. It isn’t the same skills practiced in every pack, though some skills do carry over, like spelling. I also loved how many lessons had graphic organizer options, because I find them to be such a helpful and useful tool to prepare kids for future writing and to organize their thoughts.
These are a solid choice for grammar and will help to encourage your kids by using engaging and entertaining living books.