Why we need to rethink how we teach grammar with Patty McGee
Why we need to rethink how we teach grammar with Patty McGee  
Podcast: Talking About Kids
Published On: Mon Apr 27 2026
Description: Send us Fan MailGrammar. If the thought of it makes you anxious, you are not alone. My guest this episode, Patty McGee, wants to change that by changing how we teach the subject. The pedagogy that she prescribes in her excellent book, Not Your Granny’s Grammar, is not necessarily new (Patty bases her recommendations on evidence-informed practices). However, solid pedagogy, like Patty’s, is rarely applied to subject of grammar. Patty and I discuss this, her book, and tips for reducing grammar anxiety. More information about Patty and her book is at talkingaboutkids.com.