O'Conner, Patricia T.
Summary: A grammar reference for middle-grade students shares accessible guidelines organized under such chapter names as "Incredible Shrinking Words," in a lighthearted guide that pairs English-language rules with whimsical instructional elements.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Puffin Books 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 372.6 OCOHarding, Rachel
Summary: "Level 1 of a complete self-study English-language course that combines easy-to-use visual learning with crystal-clear grammar explanations, practice exercises, and free audio."--Page 4 of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dk Publishing 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 HARCopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 HARRoesser, Marie
Summary: "Yes, nouns are people, places, and things, but get ready to learn much more about these kinds of words. This motivating volume helps emerging readers spot both common and proper nouns-and the difference between them-as well as comprehend how nouns feature in the structure of a sentence, such as whether they are subjects or objects of verbs. Relatable examples paired with lively, colorful...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 428.2 ROEBingham, Jane
Summary: A great reference to help children understand the rules of grammar and punctuation. Grammatical concepts are broken down with simple, clear explanations and illustrations. Fun exercises help to make this a lively read, as well as a useful reference.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 428.2 BINFandel, Jennifer.
Summary: "Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to conjunctions as parts of speech"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 425 FANCrystal, David
Summary: Explaining the nuts and bolts of grammar presents a special challenge, because--far more than is the case with spelling and punctuation--the subject is burdened with a centuries-old history of educational practice that many will recall as anything but glamorous. One of the world's foremost authorities on the English language, Crystal sets out to rid grammar of its undeserved reputation as a dry...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 425 CRYFandel, Jennifer.
Summary: "Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to verbs as parts of speech"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 425 FANDoyle, Sheri.
Summary: "Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to prepositions as parts of speech"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 425 DOYDoyle, Sheri.
Summary: "Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to pronouns as parts of speech"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 425 DOYSummary: A cultural phenomenon in the '70s, this wildly popular educational television show with big laughs had a bigger message: teaching children basic reading and grammar skills with the emphasis on fun. The best episodes are here in true nostalgic glory.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Shout! Factory 2006
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1 available in Family DVDs, Call number: DVD FAMILY ELEJovin, Ellen
Summary: When Jovin first walked outside her Manhattan apartment building and set up a folding table with a Grammar Table sign, it took about thirty seconds to get her first visitor. Everyone had a question for her. Jovin soon took it on the road, traveling across the US to answer questions from anyone who uses words in this world. Here she tackles what is most on people's minds, grammatically speaking:...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mariner Books 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.2 JOVBooth, Thomas
Summary: This practice book overs the key grammar specified in levels A1-C1 of the CEFR, the international standard for language learning. Companion to to: "English for everyone: English grammar guide".
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 BOOBooth, Thomas
Summary: Expand your English vocabulary with this unique combination of illustrated vocabulary reference and practical workbook. English Vocabulary Builder makes all the most useful English words and phrases easy to remember. Each of the 3,000 entries is illustrated and available as an audio recording. Readers can write their own translations and work through hundreds of practice exercises to fix the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK 2018
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.24 BOOCurzan, Anne
Summary: "A kinder, funner usage guide to the ever-changing English language and a useful tool for both the grammar stickler and the more colloquial user of English, from linguist and veteran professor Anne Curzan. Our use of language naturally evolves and is a living, breathing thing that reflects who we are. Says Who? offers clear, nuanced guidance that goes beyond "right" and "wrong" to empower us to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crown 2024
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Summary: "A clear, precise, and comprehensive book that will give children the tools to build confidence in reading, writing, and comprehension through visual explanation."--Amazon.com.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2017
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Place a hold to request this item.Swick, Edward
Summary: The go-to guide for clear, precise explanations of all aspects of English grammar. As a beginning learner of English, you might find that grammar concepts can be confusing. To make progress with your English skills, you need guidance through tricky grammar areas. This book will help develop mastery. The more you practice, the more you become proficient in how you use English. It will help...
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Publisher / Publication Date: McGraw Hill Education 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.2 SWIKendris, Theodore
Summary: Presents a review guide to the English language for intermediate and advanced students, with practice exercises to reinforce the lessons.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's Educational Series 2018
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1 available in Stacks, Call number: SPANISH 428.246 KENRoyal, Brandon
Summary: This deluxe edition contains the complete contents of "The Little Red Writing Book" and "The Little Gold Grammar Book." Whereas writing is based on principles - in which writing is deemed better or worse, more effective or less effective - grammar is based on rules, in which writing is deemed right or wrong, correct or incorrect. With coverage of the most useful writing principles and the most...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Maven Publishing 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 808.042 ROYFandel, Jennifer.
Summary: "Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to adjectives as parts of speech"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 425 FANGood, C. Edward.
Summary: This inviting book introduces readers anew to the eight parts of speech and common grammatical problems, the tension between nouns and verbs, the controversy of the active versus passive voice, and the power of a verb-based style.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capital Books 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 428.2 GOOCasagrande, June
Summary: "The Joy of Syntax picks up where sixth grade left off, providing a fresh foundation in English syntax served up by someone with an impressive record of making this otherwise inaccessible subject a true joy. With simple, pithy information on everything from basic parts of speech and sentence structure to usage to grammar pitfalls, this guide provides everything readers need to approach grammar...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Ten Speed Press 2018