Best Reading Skills Reference

This edition of 'The Elements of Style' details eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of composition, "a few matters of form", and a list of commonly misused words and expressions. Here, succinctly, elegantly and without fuss are the essentials of writing clear, correct English. - Los Angeles Times "While The Elements of Style has never lacked fans or dutiful adherents, appreciation for this slim volume has taken a turn toward the whimsical and even surreal."

Originally published in 1940, this book is a rare phenomenon, a living classic that introduces and elucidates the various levels of reading and how to achieve them—from elementary reading, through systematic skimming and inspectional reading, to speed reading. MORTIMER J. ADLER (1902-2001) served as the chairman of Britannica's Board of Editors, director of the Institute for Philosophical Research, and senior associate and founder of the Aspen Institute for Humanistic Studies. He authored the well-known How to Read a Book and the intellectual autobiography Philosopher at Large, and was co-editor, with Charles Van Doren, of Great Treasury of Western Thought, declared the reference book of 1977 by the American Library Association.

--What dyslexia is and why some intelligent, gifted people read slowly and painfully. --How to identify dyslexia in preschoolers, schoolchildren, young adults, and adults. --How to find the best school and how to work productively with your child’s teacher. --Exercises to help children use the parts of the brain that control reading. --A 20-minute nightly home program to enhance reading. --The 150 most common problem words–a list that can give your child a head start. --Ways to raise and preserve a child’s self-esteem aqnd reveal his strengths. --Stories of successful men and women who are dyslexic. Yale neuroscientist Shaywitz demystifies the roots of dyslexia (a neurologically based reading difficulty affecting one in five children) and offers parents and educators hope that children with reading problems can be helped. 34 line drawings and graphs. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. Dyslexia explained and treated by the codirector of the Yale Center for the Study of Learning.

Originally published in 1940, this book is a rare phenomenon, a living classic that introduces and elucidates the various levels of reading and how to achieve them—from elementary reading, through systematic skimming and inspectional reading, to speed reading. MORTIMER J. ADLER (1902-2001) served as the chairman of Britannica's Board of Editors, director of the Institute for Philosophical Research, and senior associate and founder of the Aspen Institute for Humanistic Studies. He authored the well-known How to Read a Book and the intellectual autobiography Philosopher at Large, and was co-editor, with Charles Van Doren, of Great Treasury of Western Thought, declared the reference book of 1977 by the American Library Association.

Each of the aphorisms and quotes in this book reveals simple yet revelatory techniques that will empower you to strengthen your character, harness constructive thoughts, and create the life you've always wanted. ``This little volume (the result of meditation and experience) is not intended as an exhaustive treatise on the much-written upon subject of the power of thought.

Fresh off a summer spent interning in legal hell, he is only mildly certain he even wants to continue down the path he’s on. Armed only with his own trepidations and the loyalty of those around him, Drake must find a way to save his friend and his own growing skepticism before it’s too late. Dustin Stevens is the author of the novels Number Four, Ink, Twelve, Just a Game, and 21 Hours.

Citizenship and Immigration Services. Study Guide. 100 Questions and Answers to the US Immigration test in English.

Using dozens of examples, The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need provides guidelines for: Understanding the parts of speech and elements of a sentence Avoiding the most common grammar and punctuation mistakes Using correct punctuating in every sentence Writing clearly and directly Approaching writing projects, whether big or small. She edits and publishes Class Act, a national magazine that features grammar, writing, and ideas for English teachers, and has written more than fifty articles on English instruction, as well as a number of study guides. If a sentence contains a misplaced or dangling modifier or is essentially illogical, it becomes confusing at best and ludicrous at worst. This chapter will give you some pointers for looking critically at your sentence construction as well as the tools to fix any problems you find. The way the sentence is written, the ambulance driver is barely speaking—but surely that’s not what the writer meant. Witnesses reported that the woman was driving the getaway car with flowing black hair. Witnesses reported that the woman with flowing black hair was driving the getaway car. Mrs. Anderson could not stop thinking about her sick baby running in the six-mile road race. The clause running in the six-mile road race is out of place; it should be closer to the noun it modifies (Mrs. Anderson).

In this indispensable guide, we discover that sticky messages of all kinds–from the infamous “kidney theft ring” hoax to a coach’s lessons on sportsmanship to a vision for a new product at Sony– draw their power from the same six traits. It’s a fast-paced tour of success stories (and failures)– the Nobel Prize-winning scientist who drank a glass of bacteria to prove a point about stomach ulcers; the charities who make use of “the Mother Teresa Effect”; the elementary-school teacher whose simulation actually prevented racial prejudice. Unabashedly inspired by Malcolm Gladwell's bestselling The Tipping Point, the brothers Heath—Chip a professor at Stanford's business school, Dan a teacher and textbook publisher—offer an entertaining, practical guide to effective communication. They illustrate these principles with a host of stories, some familiar (Kennedy's stirring call to "land a man on the moon and return him safely to the earth" within a decade) and others very funny (Nora Ephron's anecdote of how her high school journalism teacher used a simple, embarrassing trick to teach her how not to "bury the lead"). Adult/High School—While at first glance this volume might resemble the latest in a series of trendy business advice books, ultimately it is about storytelling, and it is a how-to for crafting a compelling narrative.

Written in a lively, accessible, and timeless style, and loaded with helpful reviews, progress checks, and quizzes to reinforce the material, this classic resource has helped millions learn to speak and write with confidence. Norman Lewis was born in 1912 in Brooklyn, New York, and died in 2006 in Whittier, California.

Using dozens of examples, The Only Grammar Book You'll Ever Need provides guidelines for: Understanding the parts of speech and elements of a sentence Avoiding the most common grammar and punctuation mistakes Using correct punctuating in every sentence Writing clearly and directly Approaching writing projects, whether big or small. She edits and publishes Class Act, a national magazine that features grammar, writing, and ideas for English teachers, and has written more than fifty articles on English instruction, as well as a number of study guides. If a sentence contains a misplaced or dangling modifier or is essentially illogical, it becomes confusing at best and ludicrous at worst. This chapter will give you some pointers for looking critically at your sentence construction as well as the tools to fix any problems you find. The way the sentence is written, the ambulance driver is barely speaking—but surely that’s not what the writer meant. Witnesses reported that the woman was driving the getaway car with flowing black hair. Witnesses reported that the woman with flowing black hair was driving the getaway car. Mrs. Anderson could not stop thinking about her sick baby running in the six-mile road race. The clause running in the six-mile road race is out of place; it should be closer to the noun it modifies (Mrs. Anderson).

Spelling Made Easy is part of the Instant Learning series by best selling author Pat Wyman which includes, Vocabulary Made Easy:Learn Your Words in Half the Time (ASIN B00CIH36IG); Math Facts Made Easy, ( B00D4R7YCI ) Amazing Grades and others. Instead of prescribing medication, I have them read this Spelling Made Easy: Learn Your Words in Half the Time book first. Almost exclusively, these patients come back with A+ spelling grades and what parents and teachers thought looked like ADHD, was really not understanding a learning styles strategy for spelling." Here is the solution to spelling success and as one reviewer says, "The strategies in the book helped my daughter go from F's to A's in spelling." When you use the Spelling Made Easy Success System, you not only cut your learning time dramatically but have a proven way to quickly recall your spelling words for the test and in your writing. Be sure and look for upcoming titles such as Math Facts Made Easy: Learn Addition and Subtraction in Half the Time; Math Facts Made Easy: Learn Multiplication and Division in Half the Time and Vocabulary Made Easy and more... Almost exclusively, these patients come back with A+ spelling grades and what parents and teachers thought looked like ADHD, was really not understanding a learning styles strategy for spelling." "Any parent or teacher who wants their child/students to do exceptionally well in spelling needs this book.When your child succeeds your home is more peaceful, your child becomes a more curious learner, and it encourages passion about new learning too. Wyman invites you to visit HowToLearn.com to find out how you learn best by taking the free Learning Styles Quiz, and free Eye-Q Reading Inventory (located under the navigation bar) to determine what is really happening when you read and to help make reading faster and easier.

Now public speaking coach and bestselling author Carmine Gallo explores what makes a great presentation by examining the widely acclaimed TED Talks, which have redefined the elements of a successful presentation and become the gold standard for public speaking. Carmine Gallo's top 10 Wall Street Journal Bestseller Talk Like TED will give anyone who is insecure about their public speaking abilities the tools to communicate the ideas that matter most to them, the skill to win over hearts and minds, and the confidence to deliver the talk of their lives. TED Talks have earned an enviable reputation for public speaking that likely only increases the jitters for most people called on to make presentations. He offers nine secrets, including mastering the art of storytelling, being passionate about the subject matter, speaking conversationally, using humor, delivering “jaw-dropping moments,” and keeping presentations to 18 minutes. “His advice goes far beyond the usual ‘think positive and show enthusiasm' generalities, focusing instead on specific tweaks and tactics to elevate the caliber of a presentation and explaining the science behind the secret… Gallo's book is crammed with valuable insights as well as practical do's and don'ts. “Communications guru Gallo ( The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs ) draws on the power of these [TED Talks] to reveal the secrets of effective public speaking… The result is a dynamic work focused on storytelling, filled with examples from TED Talks, including those given by notables like Bill Gates… The book is sure to be a hit with anyone who wants to be more a successful communicator.” ― Publishers Weekly (Pick of the Week, Starred Review). “Read this book to understand the secrets to delivering presentations that sell yourself and your cause by adopting techniques from some of the most notable speakers on the planet.” ― Dan Schawbel, New York Times Bestselling author of Promote Yourself and Me 2.0. Through story, detail, insight, and passion, Gallo gives us secrets we can apply to our own presentations so that people actually want to hear us talk.” ― Dan Roam, author of The Back of the Napkin and Show and Tell.

This bestselling textbook provides an engaging and user-friendly introduction to the study of language. Torill Hestetr'et, University of Bergen. "... an excellent overview of the central topics in linguistics and how linguists study language."

Drawing from her popular book 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue (more than 500,000 copies sold), Deborah shares effective ways to exchange destructive language for productive communication in this insight-packed DVD series. Her guided lessons offer brief, no-nonsense approaches for examining our own words and ultimately lead to thinking more seriously about lifelong attitudes and behaviors reflected by spoken thoughts―and, more importantly, their long lasting ramifications. My students find Deborah’s approaches to ‘taming the tongue’ particularly appealing as they deal regularly with ‘the tongue beast.’ Through collaboration, role play and writing exercises, I have witnessed Deborah’s positive influence on America’s youth on a daily basis!

Foundations of Voice Studies provides a comprehensive description and analysis of the multifaceted role that voice quality plays in human existence. Kreiman and Sidtis cover virtually every topic ever examined in voice science and blend in their own considerable experience and insight to produce a volume that is both readable and engaging." "Covering everything from anatomy, physiology and neural substrates to processing and even forensic applications-- in a highly accessible format--Kreiman and Sidtis have drawn together perspectives on voice from a wide range of disciplines, making this volume an excellent resource for students, clinical professionals, and scholars alike." The authors are not only pioneers themselves in carrying out fundamental research on many of the key topics covered in the book, but they have managed to organize and synthesize an enormous body of literature and put it together in one easily accessible place.

Originally published in 1940, this book is a rare phenomenon, a living classic that introduces and elucidates the various levels of reading and how to achieve them—from elementary reading, through systematic skimming and inspectional reading, to speed reading. MORTIMER J. ADLER (1902-2001) served as the chairman of Britannica's Board of Editors, director of the Institute for Philosophical Research, and senior associate and founder of the Aspen Institute for Humanistic Studies. He authored the well-known How to Read a Book and the intellectual autobiography Philosopher at Large, and was co-editor, with Charles Van Doren, of Great Treasury of Western Thought, declared the reference book of 1977 by the American Library Association.

A revised and updated new edition of the bestselling workbook and grammar guide The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation is a concise, entertaining workbook and guide to English grammar, punctuation, and usage. From the very basics—parts of speech and subject-verb agreement—to more advanced topics like the subjunctive mood, The Blue Book covers it all. You’ll also learn to differentiate between the most commonly confused words like infer and imply, its and it's, affect and effect ...and hundreds more. Filled with clear examples and self-assessment quizzes, the book allows you to test your knowledge and practice what you learn. JANE STRAUS (1954 - 2011) was an educator and best-selling author with extensive experience teaching English to adult learners.