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Great writers leave us with more than just good books. They change the way we speak. You'd be surprised by how many everyday phrases come from literature. Here are just a few.
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With all the reading you do for school, the thought of doing more can definitely feel like a chore sometimes. But there are ways reading can actually be…gasp...fun. To celebrate Teen Read Week, October 18-24, here are some things you can do to make reading an enjoyable part of your routine.
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In honor of National Punctuation Day on September 24, here's a breakdown of how the punctuation symbols you use every day to make those little smileys when chatting really function in a sentence.
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There is no such thing as a perfect college essay, but you can make yours as good as possible by avoiding the following common situations.
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You want your English essay to stand out for its stellar content and engaging turn of phrase—not for misplaced apostrophes. Here are some common grammatical mistakes to watch out for in your essay:
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Ever wondered just what kind of technology the future holds?
You may not realize it, but much of the technology that exists today lurked in the daydreams of science fiction writers half a century ago. At the time of their writing, these science fiction ideas often seemed impossible—too fantastic to ever come true—and yet today’s technology seems to keep pace with the dreams of writers past.
Here are just a few of the crazy technologies from science fiction literature that turned into reality:
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Are you saddled with a reading assignment you just can’t seem to enjoy? Not every book you have to read for school is going to be a page-turner, but there are several ways to get through a book that reads a bit slow. Keep these tips in mind for the next time you hit a brick wall in a novel:
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If you are having trouble with grammar, don’t worry—you’re not alone. The reality is that most people don’t use perfect grammar in their everyday lives.
Whether you’re talking with friends online or watching a TV show, you are constantly surrounded by casual language. And it becomes tempting to use this sort of English in papers and reports for school. Doing this often results in disastrous grades and a lot of red pen. If you want to keep your teacher from visiting the office supply store every time you hand in a paper, follow these tips to use grammar properly.
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Odds are you're going to have to write a book report whether you're reading The Great Gatsby, A Separate Peace or The Scarlet Letter. In honor of National Book Month, we've got some tips for writing a winning book report:
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