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Understanding similes, by Robin Johnson

Label
Understanding similes, by Robin Johnson
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
resource.interestAgeLevel
8-12, Brodart
resource.interestGradeLevel
Grades 4 to 63-7, Brodart
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Understanding similes
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
914417678
Responsibility statement
by Robin Johnson
Series statement
Figuratively speaking
Summary
"Designed to bolster reading comprehension and enhance writing skills, this imaginative title helps children identify and decipher the meaning of similes. Accessible text and engaging examples support a solid understanding of this figurative language form."--Publisher's website
Table Of Contents
What is a simile? -- Why use similes? -- Using similes in poems -- Using similes in nursery rhymes -- Using similes in fairy tales -- Using similes in novels -- Using similes in nonfiction -- REvising your similes -- Publishing your similes -- Learning more
Target audience
juvenile
Classification
Content
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