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I and you and don't forget who

what is a pronoun?
Rhyming text and illustrations of comical cats present numerous examples of pronouns and their functions, from "he" and "she" to "anyone", "neither", and "which.".

To root, to toot, to parachute

what is a verb?
Rhyming text and illustrations of comical cats present numerous examples of verbs, from "toss and tumble," "jump and jam," to "whine and whisper," "sleep and slam.".

Hairy, scary, ordinary

what is an adjective?
Rhyming text and illustrations of comical cats present numerous examples of adjectives, from "hairy, scary, cool, and ordinary" to "tan and tall," "funny, frisky, smooth, and small.".

A mink, a fink, a skating rink

what is a noun?
Rhyming text and illustrations of comical cats present numerous examples of nouns, from "gown" and "crown" to "boat", "coat", and "clown.".

Nouns and verbs have a field day

When the children in Mr. Wright's class have a field day, nouns and verbs in the classroom make their own fun.

Similes and metaphors

Discover how similes and metaphors can paint vivid pictures that are sure to make both reading and writing more pleasurable.

What are your words?

a book about pronouns
2021
"Ari knows a lot of words for neighbors, including the pronouns each prefers, and with help from Uncle Lior, who always asks 'What are your words,' figures out which pronouns--and other words--fit best today"--OCLC.

Nouns and verbs have a field day

The children in Mr. Wright's class have a field day, while nouns and verbs in the classroom make their own fun.

Nouns

2018
Provides an introduction to nouns, explaining what they are, and looking at how they function in sentences.
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Pronouns

2018
Explains what pronouns are, describes various kinds, presents examples, and includes quick tips and an exercise.
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