Learn Collective Nouns With Mermaids

Collective nouns may not seem all that interesting to young readers, but this volume, which features facts about mermaids, makes collective nouns extremely engaging. Let the mythical mermaids take readers on a journey of learning about different and sometimes amusing collective nouns. Even developing learners will chuckle while reading about a gaggle of geese or an army of caterpillars. Beautiful illustrations add to the wonder of this book, while Magical Fact boxes provide information about mysterious mermaid legends.

"Collective nouns may not seem all that interesting to young readers, but this volume-featuring facts about mermaids-makes collective nouns extremely engaging. Let the mythical mermaids take readers on a journey of learning about different (and sometimes amusing!) collective nouns. Even the most reluctant learners will chuckle while reading about a gaggle of geese or an army of caterpillars. Beautiful illustrations add to the wonder of this book, while Magical Fact boxes provide information about mysterious mermaid legends"--

There are many rules for irregular plural nouns, but let the magical elves in this vibrant volume make learning those rules easy! Some might think that elves just make toys in Santa's workshop, but they are also experts on irregular plural nouns. Young readers will learn general rules as well as exceptions, in addition to facts about elves in the Magical Facts boxes. Engaging illustrations help this grammar concept become easily accessible for authentic learning.

Apostrophes can be tricky, but the fun fairies in this book will help readers learn how to use them correctly. Grammar rules about apostrophes are simplified for learners in this beautifully illustrated guidebook that makes learning about apostrophes entertaining. Magical Facts boxes present interesting and unique facts about fairies to interest all levels of readers. Grammar truly becomes motivating with the help of these apostrophe-loving fairies.

Unicorns have healing powers, but your readers will learn that they are also great at writing compound sentences. Presented here is a magical journey featuring unicorns that help students learn about joining sentences together. Engaging fact boxes provide interesting information about this mythical one-horned creature, while vivid illustrations draw young readers into the narrative. Learning about grammar has never been this fun and magical, and readers will be fascinated by all this journey has to offer.

Zari is the mermaid who helps young children learn new skills to develop their independence. In this book she covers a wide range of tasks and activities that are appropriate for young children to learn to do. Zari speaks directly to the young child about different things they can learn to do for themselves. She covers various options, from clean-up projects around the house, personal hygiene, to feeding the dog, helping with mealtime prep and social interactions at school. The illustrations are lighthearted with diverse and relatable characters shown engaging in the new activities. There's even a place for the reader to add new items to their own list.

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