Giulio Maestro

An introduction to the first 32 years of the United States' history after the Revolutionary War, from the Treaty of Paris to the War of 1812.

Thirty popular expressions such as "straight from the horse's mouth" and "white elephant" are amusingly explained and illustrated.

Writing "The road was bumpy" is okay . . . but isn't it more fun to say "It felt like we were riding on square tires"? This lively guide shows kids how to make their writing more dramatic, more memorable, or just plain funnier-whether they're writing for school or for creative expression. It explains six techniques: Similes Metaphors Onomatopoeia Alliteration Hyperbole Personification . . . and provides guidelines for their use, plenty of examples,...