Adjectives describe nouns and can make the things we say and read seem clearer. Readers will learn why talking about the blue house can be more helpful than just talking about the house. Useful exercises help readers gain skills that support key language arts concepts.

This visual reference book for children who are studying English as a foreign language (EFL) and English as a second language (ESL) clearly and concisely explains the rules of English grammar to help learners describe the world around them.

People, places, and things are all nouns, but there's much more to know about these kinds of words. Readers will learn about and understand the importance of nouns and how they fit into the structure of a sentence. Relatable examples and exercises paired with colorful photographs reinforce the understanding of the key functions nouns play in the sentences we say and read everyday.

For beginners to advanced students, this guide covers it all with the warmth, wit, and accessibility Grammar Girl is known for. With a writing style chapter and a guide to writing everything from school papers to letters to e-mails, this guide is sure to become an essential book on every student's desk. Illustrations.

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"Need to refresh your grammar? English grammar can be tricky at times, and even though you may have learned the rules in school, they are not consistent and often confusing. Is it better to say. "It is between her and me" or "It is between she and I"? When should you use there, they're, or their? Do not despair. The good news is that you know more than you think! Whether you are learning it for the first time or would like to take your skills to the...