Filled with playful palindromes, this book invites readers to explore the fun and creativity of language through amusing and clever wordplay. Each page presents a new palindrome, encouraging readers of all ages to engage with words in a unique way. Perfect for those who enjoy linguistic challenges and whimsical humor, it offers a delightful experience that celebrates the joy of reading and the quirks of language.
Cat got your tongue? Penny for your thoughts? Come again? Every day, idioms bring color to our speech. Since they don't really mean what they say, idioms can stump even the native English-speaker. Marvin Terban makes understanding idioms as easy as
Provides a source for proper spelling, spelling rules, and a "misspeller's dictionary," in a volume that includes more than sixteen thousand words and that offers frequently used proper nouns for school reports.
This collection of original riddles is unlike any other because the main words in each answer sound exactly alike, but have different meanings. Zany illustrations add to the fun and provide clues to the solutions. And the newly designed full-color cover makes the package even more appealing. So dig in--and see why you should play with your words (not with your food)!
Presents information on building vocabulary, including meanings of common prefixes and suffixes, synonyms, antonyms, how to use a dictionary and thesaurus, and how to use context clues to figure out meanings of words.
Engaging riddle sentences provide a delightful approach to understanding homographs, making wordplay both fun and educational. With seventy riddles, readers can explore the nuances of words that are spelled the same but have different meanings, enhancing their vocabulary and critical thinking skills.
Focusing on essential writing skills, this resource provides engaging packets designed to enhance students' understanding of punctuation. Each reproducible packet zeroes in on a specific punctuation mark, like commas or apostrophes, offering clear instruction and practice opportunities. The materials aim to make learning about capitalization, quotation marks, and other key topics enjoyable, ultimately helping students become more proficient writers.
A practical guide to grammar and usage, covering such topics as parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, and idioms.
