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Do you think there's no more to know about homonyms and homophones? This book will prove you wrong! With dozens of laughs per second, the value of the lesson doesn't lessen the second time around. Brian P. Cleary's playful rhymes and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations creatively present fresh examples of homonyms and homophones for young readers. For easy identification, each pair of homonyms or homophones appears in color, and the comical cats help bring each idea to the fore. A Bat Cannot Bat, a Stair Cannot Stare: More about Homonyms and Homophones turns traditional grammar lessons on end! Read and reread this book aloud and delight in the sense aand nonsense aof words.

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Beginning with homonyms, or words that are spelled and sound the same but have different meanings, Cleary gives many humorous examples. These are followed by homophones, words that sound alike but their spellings and meanings are different. Each rhythmic, zany verse is supported by Goneau's colorful and comical illustrations. The final pages include charts showing more homonyms and homophones with their meanings. As the book claims, 'the fun doesn't lessen as you laugh through each lesson.' Students will not only be repeating these silly verses but will be writing their own as well. --School Library Journal -- Journal (7/1/2014 12:00:00 AM) In this colorful book, cartoonlike, costumed animals play out scenes featuring homonyms (words that sound and look alike but have different meanings) and homophones (words that sound alike but look different and have different meanings). Cleary first tackled the subject in How Much Can a Bare Bear Bear? What Are Homonyms and Homophones? (2006). But a lesson on homonyms and homophones is such a natural for the Words Are CATegorical series, with its signature combination of fast-paced rhymes and zany illustrations, that the topic is well worth revisiting. This volume works well on its own or in combination with its predecessor. Comparing the two, the verse is witty in both books, but in the newer one, the overuse of saturated colors in the illustrations detracts from the book's overall effectiveness. On the other hand, the new appended charts, which feature a number of homonyms and homophones with their dual definitions, are a useful addition. An enjoyable mix of wordplay and grammar. --Booklist -- Journal (11/1/2014 12:00:00 AM)

In this colorful book, cartoonlike, costumed animals play out scenes featuring homonyms (words that sound and look alike but have different meanings) and homophones (words that sound alike but look different and have different meanings). Cleary first tackled the subject in How Much Can a Bare Bear Bear? What Are Homonyms and Homophones? (2006). But a lesson on homonyms and homophones is such a natural for the Words Are CATegorical series, with its signature combination of fast-paced rhymes and zany illustrations, that the topic is well worth revisiting. This volume works well on its own or in combination with its predecessor. Comparing the two, the verse is witty in both books, but in the newer one, the overuse of saturated colors in the illustrations detracts from the book's overall effectiveness. On the other hand, the new appended charts, which feature a number of homonyms and homophones with their dual definitions, are a useful addition. An enjoyable mix of wordplay and grammar. --Booklist --Journal Beginning with homonyms, or words that are spelled and sound the same but have different meanings, Cleary gives many humorous examples. These are followed by homophones, words that sound alike but their spellings and meanings are different. Each rhythmic, zany verse is supported by Goneau's colorful and comical illustrations. The final pages include charts showing more homonyms and homophones with their meanings. As the book claims, 'the fun doesn't lessen as you laugh through each lesson.' Students will not only be repeating these silly verses but will be writing their own as well. --School Library Journal --Journal

Beginning with homonyms, or words that are spelled and sound the same but have different meanings, Cleary gives many humorous examples. These are followed by homophones, words that sound alike but their spellings and meanings are different. Each rhythmic, zany verse is supported by Goneau's colorful and comical illustrations. The final pages include charts showing more homonyms and homophones with their meanings. As the book claims, 'the fun doesn't lessen as you laugh through each lesson.' Students will not only be repeating these silly verses but will be writing their own as well. --School Library Journal --Journal In this colorful book, cartoonlike, costumed animals play out scenes featuring homonyms (words that sound and look alike but have different meanings) and homophones (words that sound alike but look different and have different meanings). Cleary first tackled the subject in How Much Can a Bare Bear Bear? What Are Homonyms and Homophones? (2006). But a lesson on homonyms and homophones is such a natural for the Words Are CATegorical series, with its signature combination of fast-paced rhymes and zany illustrations, that the topic is well worth revisiting. This volume works well on its own or in combination with its predecessor. Comparing the two, the verse is witty in both books, but in the newer one, the overuse of saturated colors in the illustrations detracts from the book's overall effectiveness. On the other hand, the new appended charts, which feature a number of homonyms and homophones with their dual definitions, are a useful addition. An enjoyable mix of wordplay and grammar. --Booklist --Journal

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Brian P. Cleary is an American humorist, poet, and author. He is best known for his books written for grade-school children that explore grammar, math and poetry in humorous ways. In his role in the digital division of American Greetings, he's put words in the mouths of Dolly Parton, Christina Aguilera, William Shatner, Meghan Trainor and more. The multi-million selling author has performed poetry workshops in 500 elementary schools across the county. He lives in Cleveland, Ohio. Martin Goneau has been working as a professional illustrator since 1997. Most of his work is dedicated to children's books and other educational publications. He lives in Trois-Rivières, Québec.

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