Grammar: Diving Deeper

Grammar: Diving Deeper

Diving Deeper: Grammar

Complete Professional Learning Library
Build deep knowledge of language, grammar and meaning through a collection of PETAA's most respected professional resources.
From Theory to Classroom Practice
Explore functional grammar, model texts, literature and language in context through practical, evidence-informed resources.
"Develop the language knowledge needed to teach reading, writing and grammar as interconnected processes of meaning-making."

Diving Deeper: Grammar is a comprehensive professional learning collection designed for teachers who want to strengthen their knowledge of language and grammar in meaningful, authentic contexts. Grounded in a functional approach to language, this pack helps educators move beyond grammar as a set of isolated rules and understand how language choices create meaning across curriculum areas.

Bringing together four essential professional resources, this collection explores how grammar supports reading, writing, speaking and learning. From foundational understandings of the English grammatical system to the analysis of mentor texts and model texts, the pack provides a powerful framework for teaching language explicitly and purposefully across the curriculum.

Included in this pack:
📘 A New Grammar Companion for Teachers (3rd Edition)
Beverly Derewianka's bestselling guide to understanding functional grammar and how language works to create meaning in context.
📙 Grammar and Meaning
Sally Humphrey and Susan Feez provide practical exercises and applications that help teachers consolidate and apply grammatical knowledge.
📗 Investigating Model Texts for Learning
Sally Humphrey and Emma Vale demonstrate how carefully crafted model texts support writing instruction across curriculum areas.
📕 A New Literature Companion for Teachers (3rd Edition)
Lorraine McDonald explores how language, grammar and literary techniques work together to create meaning in quality literature.

Why purchase this pack?

  • Develop a strong understanding of the English grammatical system through a functional approach to language
  • Explore how grammar supports students to communicate effectively for educational purposes
  • Understand how language choices create meaning in authentic spoken and written texts
  • Connect grammar instruction to reading, writing and literature study
  • Learn how model texts support writing development across curriculum areas
  • Analyse language and grammatical choices in high-quality children's literature
  • Explore examples and model texts from English, Science, History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship, and Health and Physical Education
  • Build the deep language knowledge needed for effective English and literacy teaching

Across the collection, grammar is presented as a powerful tool for understanding how texts work and how meaning is created. Teachers are supported to develop both theoretical understanding and practical classroom expertise, making this an ideal professional learning resource for individuals, literacy teams and whole-school initiatives.

Perfect for

  • Classroom teachers
  • Literacy leaders
  • Instructional coaches
  • Heads of Curriculum, Instruction and Pedagogy
  • Curriculum leaders
  • Teacher educators
  • School leadership teams
Bundle Pricing
Includes all four professional resources in the Diving Deeper: Grammar collection.
RRP: $230
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