Elson-Runkel Primer (1914)

The Elson-Runkel Primer, written by William Harris Elson and first published in 1914, is a comprehensive textbook designed to teach young children the basics of the English language. The book is divided into chapters that cover a range of topics, including the alphabet, phonics, basic grammar rules, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.The book is structured in a way that is easy for young learners to follow, with each chapter building on the knowledge gained in the previous one. The text is accompanied by numerous illustrations and exercises that help to reinforce the concepts being taught.One of the unique features of the Elson-Runkel Primer is its emphasis on phonics, which is the study of the sounds that make up words. The book includes detailed explanations of the different sounds in the English language, as well as exercises that help children to recognize and pronounce them correctly.Overall, the Elson-Runkel Primer is a valuable resource for parents, teachers, and anyone looking to teach young children the fundamentals of the English language. Its clear and concise explanations, engaging illustrations, and practical exercises make it an effective tool for helping children develop their reading and writing skills.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.