A handbook discussing a variety of principles related to the writing process, such as composition techniques, creative thinking skills, grammar, and proofreading tips.

A handbook designed to help students become better readers, featuring lessons that describe a step-by-step process to read different kinds of material, each with a list of goals, a preview checklist, and a reading and re-reading strategy; and including focus lessons, elements mini-lessons, and a reader's almanac.

Presents lessons, examples, and exercises in English grammar, usage, and mechanics; a unit on sentence writing and combining, diagramming, and style; sections on manuscript form and the history of English; a "Grammar at a Glance" reference; and tips for taking standardized English tests.

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This grammar tutorial will help you lean how to construct sentences the right way, to utilize your grammar knowledge for fun school activities, and to test your learning progress with quizzes, and more.