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One book is never enough to explore the wide range of amazing adjectives! The crazy cats deliver loads of additional examples to illustrate the potent power of adjectives to describe the wonderful world around us - and our incredible imaginations. Brian P. Cleary's playful verse turns traditional grammar lessons on end. Listen to this book aloud and share the delight of the sense - and nonsense - of words.

Come along with me and learn all about reading! Brian P. Cleary's wacky sentences make phonics fun!

One audiobook couldn't possibly be enough to cover the topic of nouns. The cats are back with their comical examples to drive home to listeners just what a noun is. Specific types of nouns - such as abstract nouns and proper nouns - are also introduced in this funny expansion on the topic.

In this fun-filled book, playful puns tell listeners what prepositions are all about. This is the newest addition to the Words Are CATagorical series, which has sold more than 450,000 copies.

Rhyming verse from Brian P. Cleary presents the fictional Clip-Clop Elementary School's celebration of "Onomatopoeia Day." Enthusiastic young students make their way from band room (Rattle! Boom! Twang!) to the gym (Whiff! Whack! Swish!) to the science lab (Hiss! Spurt! Ding!) and beyond. Brief back matter offers additional examples of onomatopoeias—words that imitate sounds.

Are you ready for a library adventure? Join a group of children as they explore the Dewey decimal system! Search for ghosts in the 100s section, track down everything from costumes to cars in the 300s, and be on the lookout for sports and music in the 700s. By the end of the book, you'll be more than ready to dive into Dewey on your own!

Come along with me and learn all about reading! Brian P. Cleary's wacky sentences make phonics fun!

Come along with me and learn all about reading! Brian P. Cleary's wacky sentences make phonics fun!

What is in the vegetable group? Carrots, broccoli, eggplant, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young readers a whole crop of vegetable examples and highlights some of their health benefits. Enjoy this tasty treat of an audiobook! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.

What's a contraction? You'll find the answer inside this audiobook - it's brimming with contractions! Brian P. Cleary's playful rhymes don't shy away from creatively clarifying the concept of contractions. You won't want to miss the comical cats that reinforce each idea. I'm and Won't, They're and Don't: What's a Contraction? turns traditional grammar lesson on end. Listen to this audiobook and share in the delight of the sense - and nonsense - of words.

One book is never enough to explore the wide range of synonyms! The crazy and zany cats deliver loads of additional examples to illustrate the power of synonyms to make writing superb or terrific. Brian P. Cleary's playful, rollicking verse turn traditional grammar lessons on end. Listen to this book and share the delight of the sense - and nonsense - of words.

What are comparatives and superlatives? After listening to this book, you'll have a much clearer idea and will be the best at forming these descriptive words! Brian P. Cleary explains how these forms of adjectives compare nouns through the cleverest rhymes that are sillier than ever.

What is in the fruit group? Bananas, grapes, lemons, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young listeners a whole crop of fruit examples and highlights some of their health benefits. Enjoy this tasty treat of a book! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.

Do you think there's no more to know about homonyms and homophones? This audiobook 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 creatively present fresh examples of homonyms and homophones for young listeners. A Bat Cannot Bat, a Stair Cannot Stare: More about Homonyms and Homophones turns traditional grammar lessons on end!

What are oils? Oils are liquid fats. They give a rich flavor to foods they are found in, such as nuts, seeds, and fish. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young listeners a slick bunch of examples of oils and foods rich in healthy oils. They also highlight some health benefits of eating a limited amount of oil. Enjoy this flavorful serving of a book! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.

What is a bird? Parrots, bluebirds, ostriches, and many other creatures are all birds!

Come along with me and learn all about reading! Brian P. Cleary's wacky sentences make phonics fun!

What is in the protein foods group? Hamburgers, turkey, tuna, peanuts, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young listeners oodles of examples from the protein foods group and highlights some of their health benefits. Enjoy this tasty treat of a book! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.

What is in the dairy group? Cheese, yogurt, pudding, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young listeners gallons of examples from the dairy group and highlights some of their health benefits. Enjoy this tasty treat of a book! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.

What is physical activity? Moving your body in a way that uses energy - playing soccer, dancing, throwing a Frisbee, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young listeners a whole playground of activities and highlight some of the health benefits of exercise. Enjoy this energy booster of a book! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.