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Gives lists of words introduced at each of seven reading levels, plus a thesaurus, advice, tips, and samples for writers of children's books.
In this revised and expanded 2nd edition, Children's Writer's Word Book helps you immediately determine if you're using the right vocabulary and language for your audience. With its intuitive organization, you'll easily find appropriate words for children of various ages, and discover substitute words that might work even better. This comprehensive resource keeps you in touch with reading levels for today's kids, and saves you valuable research time by putting all the information you need in one volume. You'll find: • Lists of specific words that are introduced at seven key reading levels (kindergarten through sixth grade) • A thesaurus of those words with synonyms, annotated with reading levels • Detailed guidelines for sentence length, word usage, and themes at each reading level • A thorough explanation of guidelines for national standards on reading This new edition also addresses important timely topics of the day, such as disability issues and sensitivity to race, religion, and culture. Other new additions relate to divorce, the concept of death, space exploration, the internet, fantasy and science fiction, ethnic and cultural pride, and much more. With Children's Writer's Word Book, 2nd edition, you can rest assured you'll be able to address your young audience with a vocabulary and style they'll understand and enjoy—and improve your chances with children's publishers.
Turn your dream of writing a successful children's book into a reality &break;&break;From the author of the best-selling You Can Write Children's Books, this workbook provides you with hands-on instruction for finishing your manuscript, preparing it for publication, and getting it published. &break;&break;Step-by-step instruction, 48 main exercises, and countless enlightening tasks will guide you through: &break;&break; Identifying a project&break; Writing and revising a manuscript&break; Researching genre and marketplace&break; Targeting publishers&break; Preparing a professional submission &break;&break;Take your writing aspirations to the next level. You Can Write Children's Books Workbook will give you the concrete instruction, experience, and inspiration you need to confidently submit your work and get it published.
Ideal for pre-readers, this picture word book features over 150 miniature hand-modelled characters and objects, and is a helpful source of correct spellings for younger writers. Young children should be fascinated by the detail of the models in this bright and lively book.
A brave and beautiful story that will make readers laugh, and break their hearts at the same time. Now with a special note from the author! Steven has a totally normal life (well, almost).He plays drums in the All-City Jazz Band (whose members call him the Peasant), has a crush on the hottest girl in school (who doesn't even know he's alive), and is constantly annoyed by his younger brother, Jeffrey (who is cuter than cute - which is also pretty annoying). But when Jeffrey gets sick, Steven's world is turned upside down, and he is forced to deal with his brother's illness, his parents' attempts to keep the family in one piece, his homework, the band, girls, and Dangerous Pie (yes, you'll have to read the book to find out what that is!).
Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck? Do you dream of financial freedom and achieving your goals without worrying about money? Look no further! "From Zero to Hero: A Beginner's Guide to Private Wealth" is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to take control of their finances and build a solid foundation for a wealthy future. This book will teach you the practical steps and proven strategies needed to turn your financial dreams into reality. With easy-to-understand language and real-life examples, this book is perfect for anyone, regardless of their current financial situation. Don't wait any longer to start your journey towards financial success, grab your copy of "From Zero to Hero: A Beginner's Guide to Private Wealth" today! Learn the following: Basic financial concepts and terminology Budgeting and financial planning Saving and investing strategies Building and managing a diversified portfolio Asset allocation and risk management Understanding and evaluating different investment vehicles such as stocks, bonds, and real estate Tax planning and optimization Strategies for building and preserving wealth Understanding and mitigating potential financial risks Creating and implementing a long-term financial plan The Basics of Creating Private Wealth Investment Strategies of the Wealthy Creating Multiple Streams of Income How to Protect Your Wealth from Taxes Risk Management & Estate Planning for Your Investments Leaving an inheritance for your children How to protect your assets from creditors and lawsuits The Do’s and Don’ts of Wealth Creating a plan for Philanthropy and Giving Back Choosing the right financial advisors for wealth
There are over 270 familiar words in this delightfully illustrated book. Themes include animals, food, farm noises, and things that go.
An Alternate Selection of the Literary Guild Here is everything the aspiring children's author needs to know about the five essential steps to publication: researching the current marketplace, developing story ideas, strengthening writing skills and improving work habits, submitting proposals and manuscripts to agents and publishers, and becoming part of the writing community. What's more, this revised and expanded edition contains updated reading lists and organizational references, as well as the latest information on word processing and illustrating with computers. There's also a new chapter on writing plays for children, and innovative suggestions for handling difficult contemporary issues such as AIDS. From character sketches to bound books, author/editor Barbara Seuling shows how to get involved and work toward success in today's world of children's literature.
Master the Art of Writing Enthralling Tales for the Youngest pre-and emerging readers! Fully updated and thoroughly revised, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is the go-to resource for writers crafting stories for children ages two to eight. You'll learn the unique set of skills it takes to bring your story to life by using tightly focused text and leaving room for the illustrator to be creative. Award-winning author Ann Whitford Paul helps you develop the skills you need by walking you through techniques and exercises specifically for picture book writers. You'll find: • Instruction on generating ideas, creating characters, point-of-view, beginnings and endings, plotting, word count, rhyme, and more • Unique methods for using poetic techniques to enrich your writing • Hands-on revision exercises (get out your scissors, tape, and highlighters) to help identify problems and improve your picture book manuscripts • Updated tips for researching the changing picture book market, approaching publishers, working with an agent, and developing a platform • All new quizzes and examples from picture books throughout • New chapters cover issues such as page turns, agents, and self-publishing Whether you're just starting out as a picture book writer or have tried unsuccessfully to get your work published, Writing Picture Books Revised and Expanded Edition is just what you need to craft picture books that will appeal to young children and parents, and agents and editors.
