Ann Heinrichs

Explains the differences and similarities between similes and metaphors and how to form them.

Each book in the series provides hints, examples, and funny illustrations that help readers master a different part of speech.

Provides an introduction to the adjective, discussing grammar rules and word usage.

Exclamation points, periods, question marks, and commas--all these are common forms of punctuation, and each has the potential to prove confusing to kids learning grammar. Discover the proper use of punctuation and find out why it's such an important concept to master. Additional features to aid comprehension include colorful photos, a table of contents, sources for further research including websites, information about the author, activities for...

"From lighthouses along the rocky coast to handmade wooden furniture, there's lots to see and do in Maine! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Maine special"--Publisher's website.

"From the Mississippi's headwaters to one of the largest malls in the country, there's lots to see and do in Minnesota! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Minnesota special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning"--Provided by the publisher.

"From visiting a sod house from the 1800s to exploring a hand-planted forest, there's lots to see and do in Nebraska! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Nebraska special"--Publisher's website.

Discusses what synonyms and antonyms are, how to use them properly when writing formally and informally, and how to create antonyms using prefixes and suffixes.

Provides an introduction to conjunctions, discussing grammar rules and word usage.

Explains many spelling rules and their exceptions, including those for spelling words, forming plurals, and adding suffixes.