Author: Nancy Loewen
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404862706
Category : Figures of speech
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
Here's a BRIGHT IDEA: read this book. It's a PIECE OF CAKE. And trust us; no one will call you A TURKEY. For more metaphors, look inside.
You're Toast and Other Metaphors We Adore
Author: Nancy Loewen
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404862706
Category : Figures of speech
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
Here's a BRIGHT IDEA: read this book. It's a PIECE OF CAKE. And trust us; no one will call you A TURKEY. For more metaphors, look inside.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404862706
Category : Figures of speech
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
Here's a BRIGHT IDEA: read this book. It's a PIECE OF CAKE. And trust us; no one will call you A TURKEY. For more metaphors, look inside.
Stubborn as a Mule and Other Silly Similes
Author: Nancy Loewen
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404862714
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
Are you silly as a goose? Do you laugh like a hyena? Like a monkey? Like a moose? For more similes, look inside.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404862714
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
Are you silly as a goose? Do you laugh like a hyena? Like a monkey? Like a moose? For more similes, look inside.
It Figures!
Author: Marvin Terban
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0547346271
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 67
Book Description
“Enjoyable and informative . . . Using this humorously presented book, children will truly improve their styles of writing” (School Library Journal). Writing “The road was bumpy” is okay . . . but isn’t it more fun to say “It felt like we were riding on square tires”? This lively guide shows kids how to make their writing more dramatic, more memorable, or just plain funnier—whether they’re writing for school or for creative expression. It explains six techniques: Similes Metaphors Onomatopoeia Alliteration Hyperbole Personification . . . and provides guidelines for their use, plenty of examples, and entertaining illustrations.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0547346271
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 67
Book Description
“Enjoyable and informative . . . Using this humorously presented book, children will truly improve their styles of writing” (School Library Journal). Writing “The road was bumpy” is okay . . . but isn’t it more fun to say “It felt like we were riding on square tires”? This lively guide shows kids how to make their writing more dramatic, more memorable, or just plain funnier—whether they’re writing for school or for creative expression. It explains six techniques: Similes Metaphors Onomatopoeia Alliteration Hyperbole Personification . . . and provides guidelines for their use, plenty of examples, and entertaining illustrations.
She Sells Seashells and Other Tricky Tongue Twisters
Author: Nancy Loewen
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404867147
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
A collection of tongue twisters, along with an explanation of what sounds in the piece make it difficult to repeat.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1404867147
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
A collection of tongue twisters, along with an explanation of what sounds in the piece make it difficult to repeat.
Crazy Like a Fox
Author: Loreen Leedy
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0823422488
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Rufus the fox is up to something-- find out why he's acting so crazy in this clever simile story. All night, he's been sleeping like a log. When the sun rises, he feels as fresh as a daisy. In a story told entirely with similes, Rufus sneaks up and startles his friend Babette, and leads her on a wild chase through the woods. Perfect for teaching figurative language, this brightly-illustrated picture book includes the definition of a simile, as well as a brief introduction to idioms and cliches-- and examples on every page of different sayings and similes. Loreen Leedy's zany illustrations depic the figurative sayings in literal ways-- a wooden fox sleeping like a log, a yellow and black striped sheep who's as mad as a hornet-- to bring home the meanings of the expressions. Perfect for kids studying creative writing, or English language learners who may not be familiar with common but less literal sayings, Crazy Like a Fox will make readers happy as a clam-- and help them incorporate similes into their own writing.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0823422488
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Rufus the fox is up to something-- find out why he's acting so crazy in this clever simile story. All night, he's been sleeping like a log. When the sun rises, he feels as fresh as a daisy. In a story told entirely with similes, Rufus sneaks up and startles his friend Babette, and leads her on a wild chase through the woods. Perfect for teaching figurative language, this brightly-illustrated picture book includes the definition of a simile, as well as a brief introduction to idioms and cliches-- and examples on every page of different sayings and similes. Loreen Leedy's zany illustrations depic the figurative sayings in literal ways-- a wooden fox sleeping like a log, a yellow and black striped sheep who's as mad as a hornet-- to bring home the meanings of the expressions. Perfect for kids studying creative writing, or English language learners who may not be familiar with common but less literal sayings, Crazy Like a Fox will make readers happy as a clam-- and help them incorporate similes into their own writing.
There's a Frog in My Throat!
Author: Loreen Leedy
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781890817244
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781890817244
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Teaching Poetry Level 9-12
Author: ETC Montessori Digital
Publisher: ETC Montessori Digital
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Continuing the work that was started with Teaching Poetry Level 6-9, this second part of the curriculum focuses on more advanced types of poetry, examples, research, and activities that are geared towards the students in Elementary II. This Language arts module is well written and researched so that it allows your students to enjoy poetry in a low anxiety level environment that fosters creativity, imagination and fun. The materials are designed to meet CCS standards with each standard is outlined and listed by grade or level. A full manual with teacher lessons on how to present each concept is included, along with an answer key. The Level 9-12 unit includes the following: Introduction lessonsAdditional resources listsCCS standards by level/gradeTeacher and presentation lesson for each conceptAnswer key20 Level 4 task cards20 Level 5 task cards20 Level 6 task cards27 Teacher Presented Nomenclature cards with picture, label, and definition24 Types of poems cards with definitions and examples
Publisher: ETC Montessori Digital
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Continuing the work that was started with Teaching Poetry Level 6-9, this second part of the curriculum focuses on more advanced types of poetry, examples, research, and activities that are geared towards the students in Elementary II. This Language arts module is well written and researched so that it allows your students to enjoy poetry in a low anxiety level environment that fosters creativity, imagination and fun. The materials are designed to meet CCS standards with each standard is outlined and listed by grade or level. A full manual with teacher lessons on how to present each concept is included, along with an answer key. The Level 9-12 unit includes the following: Introduction lessonsAdditional resources listsCCS standards by level/gradeTeacher and presentation lesson for each conceptAnswer key20 Level 4 task cards20 Level 5 task cards20 Level 6 task cards27 Teacher Presented Nomenclature cards with picture, label, and definition24 Types of poems cards with definitions and examples
Bedhead
Author: Margie Palatini
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689823975
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
After many unsuccessful attempts one morning to control his unruly hair, Oliver and his family think that they have solved the problem--until he gets to school and finds that it is class picture day. Full color.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689823975
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
After many unsuccessful attempts one morning to control his unruly hair, Oliver and his family think that they have solved the problem--until he gets to school and finds that it is class picture day. Full color.
Sugar Isn't Everything
Author: Willo Davis Roberts
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689712251
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
A unique, much-needed resource guide for young diabetics. "For young diabetics, it is bibliotherapy. For non-diabetics, it is informative about a silent, potentially life-threatening illness and its treatment".--School Library Journal. Full color.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689712251
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
A unique, much-needed resource guide for young diabetics. "For young diabetics, it is bibliotherapy. For non-diabetics, it is informative about a silent, potentially life-threatening illness and its treatment".--School Library Journal. Full color.
You're Toast
Author: Rachel Ellyn
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781484086414
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
Little Slice has dreams of becoming a gourmet dish. Alas, he is just a simple bit of bread! He is also shy, yet so desperately wants to be included in the Kitchen Crewe's big adventures. Will this tiny underdog gain the courage to join in? Included in the book are recipes from Award Winning Kansas City Chefs. Share Slice's dreams with your little one by creating these delicious dishes - using toast, of course! Rachel Ellyn creates stories that inspire children to dream, to explore, and to build their confidence in being uniquely themselves. A delightful picture reader for first and second graders and an excellent bedtime story for reading to younger children.
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781484086414
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42
Book Description
Little Slice has dreams of becoming a gourmet dish. Alas, he is just a simple bit of bread! He is also shy, yet so desperately wants to be included in the Kitchen Crewe's big adventures. Will this tiny underdog gain the courage to join in? Included in the book are recipes from Award Winning Kansas City Chefs. Share Slice's dreams with your little one by creating these delicious dishes - using toast, of course! Rachel Ellyn creates stories that inspire children to dream, to explore, and to build their confidence in being uniquely themselves. A delightful picture reader for first and second graders and an excellent bedtime story for reading to younger children.