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Language
English
Description
Ranging from the everyday to the esoteric, this program rounds out the study of punctuation by investigating the many functions of hyphens, apostrophes, slashes, and ellipses. Topics presented include the following: using hyphens to create compound nouns and adjectives, spell out numbers, and break lines of text; using apostrophes to form contractions, possessives, and plurals; using slashes to separate lines of poetry, offer a choice between words,...
3) La Maga
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
Español
Description
Dorana is a beautiful young girl, who lives a harsh existence. She dreams of a better life, unaware that a cruel hand has robbed her of such a life when she was just a baby. One stormy night, Dorana is magically transported to an unfamiliar world, also known as the Land of Oz. After learning that she was chosen to save Oz from the tyranny of the wicked witch, Dorana sets out on a heroic journey, filled with miraculous revelations about life and love....
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
Your study of English begins with a look at the biggest, baddest verb of them all: "to be". Without this handy verb, you'd never be able to say "This is an English program." Of course, we'll also explain pronouns—those little words like "we", "she", and "I" that take the place of nouns and keep your sentences nice and neat. Finally, we'll teach you all about "pointer" words so you can talk about that thing over there!
Series
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
The Standard Deviants look at sentence problems, including sentence fragments, comma splices, and run-on sentences. Then we examine common grammatical traps, such as tense shifts, vague pronoun references, and faulty parallels. We'll wrap things up with a look at acceptable grammar "errors"—like the use of contractions, splitting infinitives, and using prepositions at the end of sentences. Topics include: Sentence Fragments, Comma Splices, Run-On...
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Engrossed in solving a crossword puzzle, Bertram fails to notice when the evil Sir Professor Teacher kidnaps his loyal customer Polly. Forced to participate in a Deadly Spelling Bee to save her, Bertram has to rely on his knowledge of word patterns, acrostics, and word origins to solve the toughest of spelling challenges. Will Sir Professor Teacher finally fail Bertram—or will Polly’s helpful tips save him from total spelling humiliation?
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
Sure, we all know what periods, exclamation marks, and question marks are, but you'd be surprised how often people use them incorrectly! By illustrating all of the rules and tricks, the Standard Deviants show you when and where you should—and shouldn't—use these punctuation marks. You'll also learn about that ever-useful punctuation mark, the comma.
10) Text Types
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Calendars, instruction manuals, newspaper articles, and dictionaries all have something in common: they are all informative texts. Informative texts are used to provide facts and information, and this purpose is illustrated through the example of a research project on honey bees. By viewing this Miniclip, students will learn about the distinctive features of informative texts through creative animations and amusing examples.
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Izzy and Elmore are both preparing speeches they have to give at upcoming conventions. It’s a perfect opportunity for Elmore to help Izzy improve her presentation by employing techniques for academic and technical writing. Abstraction, jargon, nominalization, and more sophisticated clause structures are introduced within the context of Izzy's unique speech about her favorite pet: cats.
12) Poetry Slam
Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
A poetry slam is a competition, a celebration of language, and an opportunity to be heard. Watch poets perform their works in ways that engage the audience, and learn about this unique form of performance art.
13) Sleepy Hollow
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
Learn about the history behind Washington Irving's 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.' Visit the town of Sleepy Hollow, New York and meet residents who re-enact pieces of the famous tale.
14) On the Spot
Series
Language
English
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Description
From a headless chicken to Martian radio signals, the truth about alligators in sewers to the man-made objects you can see from outer space, and what Juliet really means when she asks "wherefore art thou Romeo" to the real origin of the phrase, "Elementary, my dear Watson."
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