We didn’t love the ones for the younger grades, but this one does look more appealing for the same reason you stated. We so do a very literature rich curriculum, so this just makes it easier to balance that.
I’d like to know what grammar concepts and mechanics are covered and what needs to be known prior to taking this course (or what does the course assume you know). Also, what does the spelling aspect look like?
The spelling list in the back corresponds to the weekly vocabulary list. I don't have my kids work on spelling anymore in high school. The grammar looks like normal higher level grammar concepts. It has good explanations and I don't think a prerequisite is needed for the grammar lessons.
do you think it is possible to use this curriculum for certain aspects? Like skip grammar pages or skip communication days? just wondering if it would still flow ok if I were just to purchase it for certain aspects that I find are missing from other curriculum I am using for english credit. thanks for any help you can give