Homework Helpers

Homework Helpers: English Language & Composition

Essential preparation for the new SAT Writing and Grammar Section. Homework Helpers: English Language & Composition is a user-friendly review book that will make any student—or those trying to help them—feel like he or she has a private tutor. Each chapter includes detailed questions that allow students to assess how well they've mastered each idea. Not only does the author provide the right answers to these self-study questions, but also detailed explanations of why the wrong answers are wrong. When is a comma used? Why are some titles capitalized? How are dangling modifiers prevented? There are hundreds of grammatical and compositional rules, many of them difficult to understand and memorize. And just as many exceptions to the rules! Homework Helpers: English Language and Composition focuses on all aspects of writing, with clear lessons and exercises on:• Parts of speech• Punctuation• Tone• The writing process• Types of sentences• Types of essays• Revisions• Common errors to avoid Students from high school through college will find this book to be an essential writing tool. Younger students can follow the lessons from beginning to end to learn everything they need to know about language and composition. The more experienced student can pick and choose lessons and exercises according to need—especially if they're facing the new SAT. The Homework Helpers Series is just what students need to boost their confidence and give them the help they need to ace even the most challenging classes and tests.

Homework Helpers: Essays & Term Papers

A fun, user-friendly guide that takes the confusion out of writing essays and papers for students of all ages. Unlike other books that are so full of technical jargon that they confuse more than help, Homework Helpers: Essays and Term Papers uses straightforward language and simple steps to guide students through the essay-writing process. Homework Helpers: Essays and Term Papers: • Describes in detailed “plain English” each element and step involved in writing a dozen different types of essays. • Includes a rough, edited, and final draft sample of each type of essay discussed. • Explains the necessity of proofreading and citing sources, providing tips and instruction on how to accomplish these tasks. • Presents step-by-step instructions on how to write a great SAT essay. • Discusses what students can expect when they reach college-level courses. Students of all ages can find help in writing essays for every major subject in high school or college. Neophytes will find guidance on the basics, while those further along in their educational career can adapt the detailed instructions for more in-depth assignments.

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