The Australian Students' Guide to Writing and Grammar
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The Australian Students' Guide to Writing and Grammar
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The Australian Students' Guide to Writing and Grammar
Age range 12+ Doyou ever think about the structure and arrangement of what you say and write?And why it's said and written like that and not some other how?
Do you ever think about the structure and arrangement of what you say and write? And why it's said and written like that and not some other how?
Has anyone ever asked you to catch a red big ball? No. Because in English we would say 'big red ball'. Why is that? After the success of her bestselling The Australian Schoolkids' Guide to Debating and Public Speaking, Claire Duffy turns her hand to helping students write well. In this easy-to-use and fun guide to writing and grammar, children (aged 12+), their parents and teachers will learn all they need to know about the elements of grammar, punctuation, spelling and sentence construction. With practical tips and helpful step-by-step examples, this book will help students master everything from apostrophes to essay writing.
'Any mention of grammar, punctuation and spelling can make students take fright. This clear and cheerful guidemakes writing easy and will soothe any fear or dread.' Sue Butler AO, former editor ofMacquarie Dictionary
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The Australian Students' Guide to Writing and Grammar is praised for turning the often daunting topics of grammar, punctuation, and spelling into something approachable and enjoyable for students. The guide is described as clear and cheerful, helping to alleviate any apprehension or dread surrounding the subject.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781742236001
Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 February 2019
Country: Australia
Imprint: NewSouth Publishing
Audience: Primary and secondary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 134.0mm
Height: 208.0mm
Weight: 288g
Pages: 288
About the Author
Claire Duffy is an English teacher and Director of Debating and Public Speaking at The Scots College in Sydney. Claire also runs a consulting practice that assists people with communication skills. She is the author of the bestselling The Australian Schoolkids’ Guide to Debating and Public Speaking.
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