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This is the book that generations of writers have relied upon for timeless advice on grammar, diction, syntax, sentence construction, and other writing essentials. In brief and concise terms, author William Strunk, Jr., identifies the principal requirements of proper American English style and concentrates on the most often violated rules of composition.
3) Adverbs
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Each book in the series provides hints, examples, and funny illustrations that help readers master a different part of speech.
4) Nouns
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Provides an introduction to the grammar rules and usage of nouns, discussing proper nouns, plural nouns, and compound nouns.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Verbs are easier to show than explain! Luckily, this 20th anniversary edition is chock-full of them. Updated design elements, Try It! features, and brand-new back matter make this a must-have for readers learning about verbs"--
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English
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The Devil's Dictionary (1906) is a work of satire by Ambrose Bierce. Although he is commonly remembered for his chilling short stories on the experiences of Civil War soldiers, Bierce was recognized in his day as a leading journalist and humorist who spent decades ruffling feathers and drawing laughter with his witty opinion columns, poems, and definitions. Toward the end of his career, he decided to compile these satirical definitions into a book,...
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"Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This sturdy hardcover bind-up of the phonics-based learn-to-read set is perfect for young readers who are still building their skills. Bob Books Advancing Beginners builds on the skills learned in the Bob Books Stage 1 sets. These twelve stories are slightly longer while still using three-letter words and consistent short vowel sounds. This develops...
9) Prepositions
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Learn about prepositions that are words that connect different parts of sentences together and see how they are used in examples.
10) Adjectives
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Provides an introduction to the adjective, discussing grammar rules and word usage.
11) Verbs
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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What are some of your favorite action-packed verbs? Verbs are words that show action in a sentence. In this book, you will learn how to use verbs. This book is part of the Language Rules series. Each book in this series provides hints, examples, and funny illustrations to help readers master a different part of speech.
12) Punctuation
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Exclamation points, periods, question marks, and commas--all these are common forms of punctuation, and each has the potential to prove confusing to kids learning grammar. Discover the proper use of punctuation and find out why it's such an important concept to master. Additional features to aid comprehension include colorful photos, a table of contents, sources for further research including websites, information about the author, activities for...
16) Quiet, loud
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Candlewick Press
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English
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Whether you read it quietly or loudly, learning about opposites has never been more fun - or funny - than with this winning book.
Sniffles are quiet, but sneezes are loud. Amiably illustrated in a bright, graphic style, Leslie Patricelli's spirited book, QUIET LOUD, stars an obliging, bald, and very expressive toddler who acts out each pair of opposites with comically dramatic effect.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Simple text and repetition of the letter 's' help readers learn how to use this sound. Additional features to aid comprehension include a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Simple text about cats and repetition of the letter 'a' help readers learn how to use the 'short a' sound. Large type, vivid full-page color photos, and a word list all aid in developing reading skills. An explanatory note to parents and educators, as well as an introduction to the author, are also included"--Publisher's website.