Words, Meaning and Vocabulary
Words, Meaning and Vocabulary

Author: Howard Jackson

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2000-01-01

Total Pages: 230

ISBN-13: 9780826460967

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This work goes back to the sources of modern English words and studies the development of vocabulary over time. It examines what constitutes a word, with a discussion of words that look and sound the same, words that have several meanings, and "words" that are made up of more than one "word". As well as considering the borrowing of words from other languages throughout the history of English as a means of increasing the vocabulary, the book also outlines how English forms new words by exploiting the structure of existing words, through processes of derivation and compounding. The meaning of a word is composite of a number of relations: reference to external context, relations with other words of a similar or opposite meaning, collocational relations, and so on. The book grapples with the meaning problem, but then goes on to look at the contexts in which words are used and the purposes for which they are used, raising the question whether it is more sensible to talk about English "vocabularies" rather than English "vocabulary".

An Introduction to English Lexicology
An Introduction to English Lexicology

Author: Howard Jackson

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2021-10-21

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1350133396

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What are words? Where do words come from? How are they used? Answering these questions and more, this book guides you through the key concepts in the lexicology of modern English. Providing an overview which encompasses all aspects of English vocabulary, this book explains the sources of modern English words and shows how the vocabulary has developed over time. Thoroughly updated throughout to keep pace with recent developments in the field, this third edition features: - Enhanced chapters on vocabulary, dictionaries and investigative lexicology - New sections on contemporary topics such as internet language, social media and youth culture - Guides to new electronic resources and tools of analysis - Exercises throughout each chapter, with an updated answer key - A revised list of suggestions for further reading Assuming no prior knowledge of linguistics, and featuring exercises and a fully updated glossary of lexicological terms to support your learning, An Introduction to English Lexicology is the only book you need to understand the basics of English lexicology.

A Wrinkle in Time
A Wrinkle in Time

Author: Madeleine L'Engle

Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)

Published: 2010-04-01

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 1429915641

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NEWBERY MEDAL WINNER • TIME MAGAZINE’S 100 BEST FANTASY BOOKS OF ALL TIME • NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM DISNEY Read the ground-breaking science fiction and fantasy classic that has delighted children for over 60 years! "A Wrinkle in Time is one of my favorite books of all time. I've read it so often, I know it by heart." —Meg Cabot Late one night, three otherworldly creatures appear and sweep Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin O'Keefe away on a mission to save Mr. Murray, who has gone missing while doing top-secret work for the government. They travel via tesseract--a wrinkle that transports one across space and time--to the planet Camazotz, where Mr. Murray is being held captive. There they discover a dark force that threatens not only Mr. Murray but the safety of the whole universe. A Wrinkle in Time is the first book in Madeleine L’Engle’s Time Quintet.

Grammar and Vocabulary
Grammar and Vocabulary

Author: Howard Jackson

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 9780415231701

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This title covers the core areas of grammar and vocabulary such as: words and sentences, word structure, sentence patterns, clause and phrase, grammar rules and vocabularies.

Vocabulary Instruction
Vocabulary Instruction

Author: Edward J. Kame'enui

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2012-05-10

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 1462504000

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This highly regarded work brings together prominent authorities on vocabulary teaching and learning to provide a comprehensive yet concise guide to effective instruction. The book showcases practical ways to teach specific vocabulary words and word-learning strategies and create engaging, word-rich classrooms. Instructional activities and games for diverse learners are brought to life with detailed examples. Drawing on the most rigorous research available, the editors and contributors distill what PreK-8 teachers need to know and do to support all students' ongoing vocabulary growth and enjoyment of reading. New to This Edition*Reflects the latest research and instructional practices.*New section (five chapters) on pressing current issues in the field: assessment, authentic reading experiences, English language learners, uses of multimedia tools, and the vocabularies of narrative and informational texts.*Contributor panel expanded with additional leading researchers.

Words and Their Meaning
Words and Their Meaning

Author: Howard Jackson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-06-03

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1317887573

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In this book, the development of the English dictionary is examined, along with the kinds of dictionary available, the range of information they contain, factors affecting their usage, and public attitudes towards them. As well as an descriptive analysis of word meaning, the author considers whether a thematic, thesaurus-like presentation might be more suited than the traditional alphabetical format to the description of words and their meaning.

Smile: A Graphic Novel
Smile: A Graphic Novel

Author: Raina Telgemeier

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2014-07-29

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 0545780012

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Raina Telgemeier's #1 New York Times bestselling, Eisner Award-winning graphic memoir based on her childhood! Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after Girl Scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there's still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and friends who turn out to be not so friendly.

A Word a Day
A Word a Day

Author: Joseph Piercy

Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books

Published: 2019-09-19

Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13: 1789291674

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A treasure trove of fascination and fun for all language lovers.

Words, Words, Words
Words, Words, Words

Author: Janet Allen

Publisher: Stenhouse Publishers

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1571100857

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A teacher presents strategies for helping students in grades 4-12 retain vocabulary knowledge, discussing such topics as concept knowledge, word and structural analysis, context as a text support, lasting and meaningful word learning, and using reading as the key vocabulary teaching tool.