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Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
540L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Introduces to children the idea of writing "how-to" instructions, examining the parts of a list or instruction manual and how to be clear and concise to eliminate confusion.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2011
Lexile measure
520L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 p.) : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Details the elements that make up a properly worded, well-written letter and discusses how to write a letter of one's own. Provides tips on editing and includes a glossary and further reading sources.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
Formats
Description
What exactly is a primary source? How does it compare to other types of sources? Emerging readers need to know the difference. Readers will also be introduced to the concept of plagiarism, how to choose sources for their writing and reports, checking source dates and accuracy, and more. Straightforward, neutral text and vivid photographs provide readers with the tools they need to learn about types of sources, including primary sources, how sources...
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
500L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Provides readers with tips and advice on how to construct a proper letter or email. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.
Author
Series
Publisher
Maupin House
Physical Desc
1 online resource (xii, 194 pages)
Language
English
Description
Write the SAT Essay Right! is not your average-ho-hum-SAT-prep book, full of fluff and boring, useless stuff.
Instead, Write the SAT Essay Right! gives college-bound students the down-low skinny on the ten best-kept secrets to raise SAT scores. In an easy step-by-step way, students learn proven secrets, then practice their newfound skills. Sample tests to study and evaluate, key strategies, and lots of score-raising tips make this a must-have resource...
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2012
Lexile measure
530L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 p.) : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Provides tips about writing a successful fairy tale and describes the necessary components of a well-written story. Suggests the creation of a "Planning Sheet" to organize the setting, characters, conflict, solution, and ending and describes the importance of dialogue. Includes color illustrations, a glossary, and an index.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
570L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Details how to write a properly worded thank-you letter for various occasions. Includes activities, a glossary, and further reading sources.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Prepare your high school students for AP, IB, and other standardized tests that demand an understanding of the subtle elements that comprise an author's unique voice. Each of the 100 sharply focused, historically and culturally diverse passages from world literature targets a specific component of voice, presenting the elements in short, manageable exercises that function well as class openers. Includes teacher notes and discussion suggestions.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2012
Lexile measure
530L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 p.) : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Explains to children the concept of writing reviews to help producers and consumers better understand the products that they buy. Examines what makes a review a review and how to express one's opinion about a product.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
650L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Introduces to children the concept of writing an essay, exploring the parts of an essay and how to gather information on a topic they wish to write about.
Author
Series
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Pub. Date
[2009]
Lexile measure
650L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Presents a simple guide to writing both business and casual letters and provides tips and advice on forming a heading, addressing the reader, and filling out the envelope. Features full-color illustrations, writing exercises, and further reading sources.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (64 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
Presents advice for learning young readers on how to write short stories, discussing techniques and tips for finding a cool story to write about and honing writing skills.
Author
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
xxiv, 264 pages ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Challenging the widely held cultural impression that boys are stubbornly resistant to schooling, this book features more than 100 detailed examples of classroom activities--along with real-world teaching techniques--that have proven effective with male students. Based on a wide-ranging, worldwide study of more than 1,500 boys and 1,000 teachers, Reichert and Hawley reveal what boys need in order to want to succeed in school and offer tips for forging...
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (64 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
Presents lessons, advice, and encouragement for students on writing creative non-fiction pieces, as well as author profiles and snippets of advice from professional writers and authors.
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
750L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to review other people's work and provide constructive advice with these fun activities. Students will practice giving tactful critiques, a foundational skill that will benefit them both academically and personally. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.