McGuffey's Eclectic Spelling Book

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McGuffey, Alexander H. (Alexander Hamilton), 1816-1896.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"McGuffey's Eclectic Spelling Book" by Alexander H. McGuffey is an educational text written in the late 19th century. This spelling book aims to teach students the principles of English spelling, pronunciation, and the significance of sounds in language, using a structured lesson format that builds vocabulary systematically. At the start of the book, the author discusses the revisions made to maintain the quality of the original edition while updating the methods of instruction. It introduces the English alphabet, distinguishing between vowels and consonants and their respective sounds. The opening portion outlines key phonetic principles, such as diphthongs and triphthongs, while emphasizing the importance of correct pronunciation through illustrative tables. This introductory segment sets the stage for the various lessons to follow, which aim to enhance students' proficiency in spelling and pronunciation skills. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Don Kostuch

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2005-03-24