Common Grammatical Mistakes

November 1, 2011

Gr 5-8-Filled with fun graphics and eye-catching photographs, this series walks readers through both basic and more complicated grammar rules. Interspersed throughout the texts are tables that, for example, distinguish between irregular and regular verbs. The "Build Your Own Sentence" activities encourage readers to try out some of the rules they've learned. The books also use examples from famous works of literature and well-known writers to illustrate grammatical points. Visually appealing and well designed, these titles will be fun for grammar aficionados or students who want to know more about the English language and how it works. Although the series is aimed at older elementary and middle school students, struggling readers might have a hard time decoding and comprehending these texts.

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January 1, 2012
This series of oversize books introduces grammar concepts in an accessible presentation. Ample white space and crisp images enhance the texts' many examples and specific tips; some design elements are overly distracting. These volumes will be useful to teachers looking for enrichment materials, but they're not likely to appeal to the target middle-grade audience. Bib., glos., ind.

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