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The Oxford Children's Rhyming Dictionary is the perfect tool to help children write their own poetry. The alphabetical list of words that rhyme with an index of sounds make it simple to find a rhyme and reinforce spelling skills. These are accompanied by lively illustrations, and amusing and inspiring poems by John Foster. At the back of the book engaging activities are included, which explain different types of rhymes, from raps and chants to limericks and couplets, to help children understand different varieties of poetry. These are combined with activities, tips and prompts to encourage children to write their own verses.

Defines over thirty-seven thousand words and phrases for students, including abbreviations, spelling rules, confused or misspelled words, and ten rules for forming plurals; and featuring a measurement conversion chart and maps of the United States and other countries, as well as information on the U.S. legal system, U.S. presidents, historic events, and more.

Examines the issues on word processing programs designed for children learning to write.

Guide to creating a literacy-learning environment for a process-centered reading and writing classroom for grades 1-6.

Provides test-taking strategies and drills for fifty skills that can improve a score on the critical reading and writing portion of the SAT and includes flash cards and a CD-ROM with two practice tests.

"Following the alphabet and using a variety of poetry forms such as free verse, haiku, and ode, elements of the beach and seaside life are celebrated"--Provided by publisher.

Provides simple text and colorful illustrations to explain what grouping words and sentences are and how they are used.

A dictionary for intermediate grades with an extensive entry list and several appendices including suggestions for writing good papers, facts about the States, and health and safety tips.