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Author : Charles Earle Funk
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Download or read book Thereby Hangs a Tale written by Charles Earle Funk and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Charles E. Funk
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Download or read book Thereby Hangs a Tale written by Charles E. Funk and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Charles Earle Funk
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1447495853
Total Pages : 350 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (474 download)
Download or read book Thereby Hangs a Tale - Stories of Curious Word Origins written by Charles Earle Funk and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2011-12-09 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THIS book is the outcome of a collection of material that has been slowly accumulating over the past thirty years or so, since the time when, under the guidance of the late Dr. Frank H. Vizetelly, I began to work as his associate in the editorial department of the Funk & Wagnalls New Standard Dictionary. The ancestry of most of the words that we now use glibly or find in books or other current literature, is prosaic. We can trace their lines of descent back to Old English, or Old French, or Latin, or Greek, or other ancient source, but beyond the bare bones supplied by etymologists, which indicate those sources, and the steps by which they became English words, the dictionaries tell us little—for there is little more that can be told. The ancient Roman or Greek, say, who may have been the first to use a word that has strayed on to us, perhaps could have told the story of its origin. It may have been picturesque, based upon some historic episode, like the word anecdote; it may have come from a tale in some older language, for the languages that we consider ancient were themselves based upon still more ancient sources, but that story, if any, cannot now be determined. Thus what we know about the origins of the great majority of the words in our present language can be found in an unabridged dictionary or in a work dealing with etymologies, such as that compiled by W. W. Skeat about seventy years ago, or the one more recently prepared by Ernest Weekley.
Author : Charles Earle Funk
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Total Pages : 336 pages
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Download or read book Thereby Hangs a Tale written by Charles Earle Funk and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Charles Earle Funk
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ISBN 13 : 9780060018009
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Download or read book Thereby hangs a tale written by Charles Earle Funk and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: English has hundreds of everyday words that originated or acquired their meanings in unusual ways. Dictionaries don't have the space to tell all the mysteries but Dr. Funk, with humor and insight, tells the strange and intriguing stories of hundreds of words and how they came to be a part of the language.
Author : Dale Johnson
Publisher : Westview Press
ISBN 13 : 0813344158
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (133 download)
Download or read book Words written by Dale Johnson and published by Westview Press. This book was released on 2010-07-27 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For teachers, administrators, and education students, a fresh, inspiring reminder of why studying language—from word origins to word structure—is such a vital first step in the development of students’ vocabulary, literacy, writing skills, and overall ability to learn.
Author : Phil Cousineau
Publisher : Cleis Press
ISBN 13 : 1936740176
Total Pages : 434 pages
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Download or read book The Painted Word written by Phil Cousineau and published by Cleis Press. This book was released on 2012-09-18 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WORDCATCHER Phil Cousineau illuminates the history and mystery of weird and wonderful word storiesTo untangle the knot of interlocking meanings of these painted words, logophile and mythologist Phil Cousineau begins each fascinating word entry with his own brief definition. He then fills it in with a tint of etymology and a smattering of quotes that show how the word is used, ending with a list of companion words. The words themselves range from commonplace - like biscuit, a twice-baked cake for Roman soldiers - to loanwords including chaparral, from the Basque shepherds who came to the American West; words from myths, such as hector; metamorphosis words, like silly, which evolved holy to goofy in a mere thousand years; and words well worthy of revival, such as carrytale, a wandering storyteller. Whether old-fangled or brand new, all the words included in The Painted Word possess an ineffable quality that makes them luminous.
Author : Donna Ogle
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462522599
Total Pages : 177 pages
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Download or read book Academic Vocabulary in Middle and High School written by Donna Ogle and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In order to succeed in school and beyond, students in grades 6-12 need to understand and use both academic language and discipline-specific vocabulary. This book describes effective practices for integrating vocabulary study with instruction in English language arts, history/social studies, and math and science, and for helping students become independent, motivated word learners. The expert authors present a wealth of specific teaching strategies, illustrated with classroom vignettes and student work samples. Connections to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are highlighted throughout; an extensive annotated list of print and electronic resources enhances the book's utility.
Author : Arthur Garfield Kennedy
Publisher : Stanford University Press
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Author : Jeff Jeske
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 0595313760
Total Pages : 340 pages
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Download or read book Storied Words written by Jeff Jeske and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2004-03 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From alphabet to zeugma Storied Words reveals the picturesque stories of 1,000 words that we use to talk about writing. You will learn about: The actual pictures behind our alphabet letters (e.g., "A", the inverted head of an ox; "B," a two-chambered house; "Z," a sword and shield) The surprising common origin of grammar and glamour The literal meanings of our rhetorical devices The "meaningless chatter" in jargon's ancestry The picturesque origins of the words we use to talk about style The "mock song" of parody How and why the librarian of the great ancient library of Alexandria gave us the komma, the kolon, and the periodos Each chapter begins with an introductory essay followed by alphabetized discussions of individual words. Chapter topics include the writer's tools, patterns of arrangement, style, rhetorical choices, grammar, writers in academe, and publishing. Storied Words is chock full of quotations and anecdotes from writers throughout history; it also contains an essay on the history of the English vocabulary.
Author : Chrysti Mueller Smith
Publisher : Farcountry Press
ISBN 13 : 1560375280
Total Pages : 442 pages
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Download or read book Verbivore's Feast written by Chrysti Mueller Smith and published by Farcountry Press. This book was released on 2012-09-12 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What led to the expression "let the cat out of the bag"? Why do we call blondes "towheads"? For Pete's sake, what is a fangle? In this humorous and engaging collection of word origins and histories, the famed host of the Chrysti the Wordsmith series (heard on Yellowstone Public Radio, Montana Public Radio, Montana State University's KGLT-FM, and Armed Forces Radio and Television Service) shares the stories behind the words. This irresistible medley is a must for word lovers everywhere.
Author : Charles E. Funk
Publisher : Harper Paperbacks
ISBN 13 : 9780062720498
Total Pages : 320 pages
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Download or read book Thereby Hangs a Tale written by Charles E. Funk and published by Harper Paperbacks. This book was released on 1993-12-08 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Greek root of school means leisure. A language where hearse and rehearse have the same root and the word dunce comes from a great philosopher, English has hundreds of every day words that originated or acquired their meaning in unusual ways. Dictionaries don't have the space to tell us all the mysteries, but now Dr. Funk, with humor and insight, tells us the strange and intriguing stories of hundreds of words and how they came to be a part of our language.
Author : John E. Readence
Publisher : Kendall Hunt
ISBN 13 : 9780757508172
Total Pages : 338 pages
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Download or read book Content Area Literacy written by John E. Readence and published by Kendall Hunt. This book was released on 2004 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Chrysti Mueller Smith
Publisher : Farcountry Press
ISBN 13 : 1560375302
Total Pages : 385 pages
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Download or read book Verbivore's Feast: Second Course written by Chrysti Mueller Smith and published by Farcountry Press. This book was released on 2015-09-12 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this companion edition to her popular Verbivore's Feast, Chrysti the Wordsmith, host of the much-loved radio show of the same name, once again examines the evolution and history of the English language, using the odd expressions and cliches that pepper it. Exploring words such as lollygag and quack, and phrases ranging from break a leg to shake a stick and from Adam's apple to trip the light fantastic, Chrysti the Wordsmith uncovers the fascinating stories about their origins.
Author : Timothy Rasinski
Publisher : Shell Education
ISBN 13 : 0743916441
Total Pages : 194 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (439 download)
Download or read book Building Vocabulary with Greek and Latin Roots written by Timothy Rasinski and published by Shell Education. This book was released on 2020-01-03 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know that Greek and Latin roots make up 90% of English words of two or more syllables? Having an extensive vocabulary is key to students’ reading comprehension. By adopting the strategies in this book, teachers will help their students read more effectively, setting a foundation for lifelong learning and reading success. This teacher-friendly resource written by Timothy Rasinski, Nancy Padak, Rick M. Newton, and Evangeline Newton provides the latest research on how to teach Greek and Latin roots. It includes anecdotes from teachers who have adopted these strategies and how they play out in today’s classrooms. With a research-based rationale for addressing vocabulary in the classroom, this K-12 resource is full of strategies for increasing reading comprehension, instructional planning, and building a word-rich learning environment to support all students including English language learners.
Author : Rasinski, Timothy
Publisher : Shell Education
ISBN 13 : 1618137948
Total Pages : 265 pages
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Download or read book Greek and Latin Roots: Keys to Building Vocabulary written by Rasinski, Timothy and published by Shell Education. This book was released on 2017-03-01 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enhance instruction with an in-depth understanding of how to incorporate word roots into vocabulary lessons in all content areas. Suitable for K-12 teachers, this book provides the latest research on strategies, ideas, and resources for teaching Greek and Latin roots including prefixes, suffixes, and bases to help learners develop vocabulary, improve their comprehension, and ultimately read more effectively. Ideas on how to plan and adapt vocabulary instruction for English language learners are also included to help achieve successful results in diverse classrooms.
Author : Bathroom Readers' Institute
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 160710203X
Total Pages : 530 pages
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Download or read book Uncle John's Triumphant 20th Anniversary Bathroom Reader written by Bathroom Readers' Institute and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-07-15 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At a whopping 600 absorbing pages, Uncle John pulled out all the stops to make the behemoth Triumphant 20th Anniversary Bathroom Reader the epitome of Throne Room entertainment. Happy birthday, Uncle John! This 20th anniversary edition proves that some things do get better with age. Since 1987, the Bathroom Readers’ Institute has led the movement to stand up for those who sit down and read in the bathroom (and everywhere else for that matter). Uncle John’s Triumphant 20th Bathroom Reader is jam-packed with 600 pages of all-new articles (as usual, divided by length for your sitting convenience). In what other single book could you find such a lively mix of surprising trivia, strange lawsuits, dumb crooks, origins of everyday things, forgotten history, quirky quotations, and wacky wordplay? Uncle John rules the world of information and humor, so get ready to be thoroughly entertained as you read about: * The incredible (edible) history of bread * The secret congressional bomb shelter * Farts in the news * The history of the aloha shirt * The real Zorro * The worst city in America * How your taste buds work * It’s the Peanuts story, Charlie Brown And much, much more!
