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Pre- And Re-, Mis- And Dis- - (Words Are Categorical (R)) by Brian P Cleary (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Have fun learning language!
- 8-9 Years
- 8.7" x 6.7" Paperback
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, Language Arts
- Series Name: Words Are Categorical (R)
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About the Book
What is a prefix? You'll find the answer inside this book. Playful rhymes and humorous illustrations creatively present the concept of prefixes. For easy identification, key prefixes appear in color and comical cats reinforce each idea.Book Synopsis
Have fun learning language!
What is a prefix? You'll find the answer inside this book--it's overflowing with prefixes. Brian P. Cleary's playful rhymes and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations creatively present the concept of prefixes for young readers. For easy identification, key prefixes appear in color and comical cats reinforce each idea.
Pre- and Re-, Mis- and Dis-: What Is a Prefix? turns traditional grammar lessons on end! Read and reread this book aloud and delight in the sense--and nonsense--of words.
Review Quotes
"Budding wordsmiths in particular will benefit from this lively look at one of language's most versatile transformative tools." --Booklist
-- (10/15/2013 12:00:00 AM)"From the definition of prefixes on the dedication page to the helpful chart on the final page, teachers will find many reasons to turn to this reliable series to supplement their grammar lessons....Whether it's for vocabulary building or helping students understand how to take apart a word to discover its meaning, Cleary and Goneau have the right touch." --Kirkus Reviews
-- (9/15/2013 12:00:00 AM)
