rhetoric

Examines the role that rhetoric played in the downfall of George H. W. Bush's presidency, discussing how Bush abonded the rhetorical strategies that won him the election once he was in office and failed to recognize the important role rhetoric plays in policy formation and implementation.

Presents a coaching approach to writing instruction that helps teachers work smarter, not harder, explaining how to "coach" syntax, usage, style, voice, creativity, collaboration, and self-assessment.

Presents step-by-step guidance for letter writing, covering writing, organization and revision, formats, stationery, and ways of addressing different people; and provides hundreds of model letters, including social, consumer action, civic concern, employment, and children's letters.

Offers a practical and often lighthearted look at some of the most common errors of English grammar and usage; and includes a glossary of abused and misused words and expressions, a selection of grammar games, and a writing lesson.

Provides tips for writing winning college application essays, features examples of fifty successful pieces on a variety of topics, and offers advice on the application process from admissions officers at twelve schools.

An observation of the way people speak, lamenting the loss of expressive writing and speaking and suggesting ways in which people can arrange their words in more stimulating ways.

Demonstrates that journals are valuable in school for teaching language arts, writing, and critical thinking.

An annual written by and for teachers of kindergarten through eighth grade presenting new approaches to the teaching of writing and reading.

Presents a guide to online writing and grammar, e-mail etiquette and more.

The author, a nationally known trial lawyer, shares his insights on how to argue effectively in the courtroom, on the job, and in personal situations, and includes descriptions of some of the cases he has fought during his successful career.