A Framework for Explicit Writing Instruction in All Subjects
Writing is a complex task - and today's students must learn to write proficiently and write to learn in different content areas. The Writing Rope clearly explains the intertwined skills and processes involved in writing well: transcription, writing craft, critical thinking, syntax, and text structure.
This collection of essays looks at the essential elements of writing poetry and fiction. The diverse range of experienced writers and academics discuss genre, technique, the reader, and publishing. Contributions from Delia Falconer, Marele Day and Marion Halligan.
A basic, how-to book for beginners featuring 5 popular fonts shown in step-by-step detail. Hundreds of photos show stokes, pen position, and how the characters take form. Tools and supplies are covered along with techniques, so beginners can use this workbook approach to build mastery of a full range of hands, from traditional to contemporary.
Guide to how "elements of style" function in the composition and editing process of writing. Useful for any student from middle school through college as a quick-reference writing tool.
Whether you are looking for a better grade or just a refresher, get your thoughts onto paper the right way with the updated and expanded English Grammar & Punctuation QuickStudy (R) guide. A concise review of the mechanics of the English language, this new edition features an additional panel of information, including more examples for easy ......
(Applause Acting Series). The plays in this volume of 5-Minute Plays for Teens are perfect for production by high schools, in that each play contains only teen characters, and the subject matter will appeal to aspiring young actors, making it easy to connect with the characters and situations. Some of the plays are comedic, some are dramatic, some ......
(Applause Acting Series). The plays in this volume of 5-Minute Plays are geared toward adults. Some are comedic, some are dramatic, some are realistic in style, while others are more unconventional. Their length makes them perfect for scene work in class. A few of the plays are written by playwrights who have established quite a reputation with ......
Barbara Turner-Vesselago's first book, Writing Without a Parachute, showed writers how to fall in love with writing. This new book builds on this experience and encourages writers to pursue their work with intention and without inhibition.
Freefall into Fiction: Finding Form is designed to ......