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A JOKE BOOK THAT TEACHES YOU HOW TO BE FUNNY!
Follow a cast of fictional funny experts into the Laugh Lab, a hilarious joke-building factory that teaches middle-grade readers how to create their own jokes, puns, silly one-liners, and more. Each chapter explores a different style of joke making, such as surprise, understatement, and exaggeration, and includes hundreds of hilarious examples. By the end of the book, readers will have a set of tools...
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No importan los años que hayas tardado en conocerla, ella siempre sonará moderna. Pasa en sus novelas, en sus columnas y especialmente en Dime que me quieres aunque sea mentira. En este compendio de notas sobre feminismo y escritura, el último que publicó antes de morir de cáncer de mama a los 45 años, Roig se corona como maestra del dato anticipatorio. Ahí está, treinta años antes de que le pusiéramos nombre a la «brecha de autoridad»...
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It's no secret that many guys dread writing assignments. But, writing doesn't have to be "boring nerd-work." Writing is about power; it's about fun; it's about spoofs, humor, sports, blood, farts, superheroes, giant monsters tearing down the city, and serious subjects, too. Ralph Fletcher, a guy writer himself and the author of forty-one books, discusses every tip needed to find the sweet spot in writing: the place where everything except the words...
344) Alvin Schwartz
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This biography introduces readers to Alvin Schwartz, the successful author of three volumes of Scary Stories books, I Can Read series, and Witcracks. Readers will learn about Schwartz's childhood in New York, his love of folklore, his switch to young adult fiction, and the success and controversy that have accompanied the publication of his books. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Schwartz's childhood, education, and life as an author....
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Canadian composer Louis Applebaum devoted his life to the cultural awakening of his native land, and this "magnificent obsession" drove him to become a founder of the Canadian League of Composers and the Canadian Music Centre. He was an instrumental figure in the early development of the National Film Board, the Stratford Festival, and the National Art Centre in Ottawa. For nearly half a century he composed music for the Stratford Festival, television,...
346) Gary Paulsen
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This biography introduces readers to Gary Paulsen, the Newbery Medal winning author of Hatchet. Readers will learn about Paulsen's childhood in the Philippines and Minnesota, the night he received a library card, his love of dog sledding, and the adventures that inspire his award-winning books. He is also the author of Tracker, Mr. Tucket, and Woodsong. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Paulsen's childhood, education, and life as an...
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Beat writer's block with 101 writing prompts and finish crafting your life's story with this fun collection of prompts.
This exciting resource of creative writing exercises is designed to help you to crush writer's block.
This book is designed to unlock a treasure trove of awesome ideas to start your own life story.
This collection is useful for those who have a burning desire to tell their life stories, to share their experiences with others,...
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How do you make a picture book? Well, you need an author, an illustrator, and . . . a dog?!
Acclaimed author Chris Barton and his trusty pooch Ernie show readers how to make a nonfiction picture book . . . about Ernie! From coming up with ideas, researching, and writing a first draft to finding the perfect illustrator, deciding what goes on the cover, and getting every last wrod-er, word just right, you'll see how a book is made from beginning to...
349) Walter Dean Myers
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This biography introduces readers to the five-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award, Walter Dean Myers. Readers will learn about Myers's childhood in Harlem, his difficulty in school with a speech impediment, and the inspiration behind his award-winning titles. His books include Monster, Scorpions, and Fallen Angels. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Myers's childhood, education, and life as an author. Checkerboard Library is...
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Discover a new word for every day of the year with this fully illustrated compendium of big words
Help young readers discover a new and exciting word every day of the year with this book, which is, arranged into 52 seasonally themed spreads. The scenes, featuring characters you can follow through the book, provide a fun and supportive platform to introduce little readers to 365 big words. This tool will help aspirational parents and educators alike...
351) Scott O'Dell
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This biography introduces readers to Scott O'Dell, the Newbery Medal winning author of Island of the Blue Dolphins. He is also the author of The King's Fifth, The Black Pearl, and Thunder Rolling in the Mountains. Readers will learn about O'Dell's childhood in California, his work in film business, and his switch to young adult fiction. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight O'Dell's childhood, family, education, and life as an author....
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Kickstart your creativity and free your inner writer-writing prompts for teens
What story do you have inside? Is it a romance, a drama, a fantasy…or all three? Dare to Write is here to inspire you with a huge variety of writing prompts, plot beginnings, and thought-provoking ideas. Scribble directly in the book or use your own notebook-the right way is however you want to write.
You're invited to capture your thoughts and feelings using these...
353) What Is Fiction?
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Stories have been a part of our lives since birth. Many parents were reading and recounting stories and tales to us before we could talk. This instructive volume explains what constitutes a work of fiction as well as why it's written in the first place, and highlights important terminology, such as conflict. Key examples feature famous fiction authors and their work, comparing and contrasting their styles, and highlighting some of the prominent features...
354) Sharon Creech
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This biography introduces readers to Newbery Medal and Carnegie Medal winning author Sharon Creech. Her books include Absolutely Normal Chaos, Walk Two Moons, Ruby Holler, and Love That Dog. Readers will learn about her childhood and college days in Ohio, her move to London, England, and how her life and family influence her award-winning titles. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Creech's childhood, education, and life as an author....
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The writer's life is solitary... only if you want it to be.
Writing critique partnerships could solve creative isolation, but confusion on the topic abounds. Where do you find one? How do they work? How do you move past a bad experience?
We're critique partners who, over the years, cultivated a process, redeemed our mistakes and maintained our friendship.
Finders Keepers is our conversation analyzing six aspects of critique partnerships.
• Defining...
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Unlock the secret to being a writer! Turn to this practical and enjoyable guide by the bestselling author of A Writer's Notebook and the ALA Notable Book Fig Pudding. Surprise! There is no secret to being a writer. But there is a process. Good writing isn't forged by magic or hatched out of thin air. Good writing happens when you follow certain steps to take control of your sentences-to make your words do what you want them to do. This book lifts...
357) Curious Kids : 200 Questions and Answers to Stimulate Brain and Encourage Creativity for Ages 2-3
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Looking for a fun and engaging way to stimulate your child's brain and encourage their natural curiosity? "Curious Kids: 200 Questions and Answers to Stimulate Brain and Encourage Creativity for Ages 2-3" is the perfect book for you!This book is filled with thought-provoking questions designed to encourage children to think critically, explore their environment, and develop important language skills. With engaging topics such as animals, food, and...
358) Diary of a Texas Kid
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Children will enjoy recording their thoughts and memories in this interactive travel journal. Colorful artwork and clever text help prompt creative contributions from budding writers and artists. What's inside? Lined pages for writing; Blank pages for drawing; Games, activities, and simple recipes; Facts such as landmarks and symbols (and even a little history); And more! With its sturdy, lay-flat format, this journal is perfect for recording everything...
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Children will enjoy recording their thoughts and memories in this interactive travel journal. Colorful artwork and clever text help prompt creative contributions from budding writers and artists. What's inside? Lined pages for writing; Blank pages for drawing; Games, activities, and simple recipes; Facts such as landmarks and symbols (and even a little history); And more! With its sturdy, lay-flat format, this journal is perfect for recording everything...
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With more than 23 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!
The ability to read critically is an essential skill vital to success in school. For example, do you know what point of view means? Or how to "read" a picture? Can you tell fact from opinion?
Well, whether you're a kid who's just starting to read by yourself or a future librarian-or both!-this book of tips and activities to improve your reading comprehension...
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