Books with author Laurie Rozakis

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.Explore how generational and cultural differences can divide—and then unite—immigrant mothers and their American-born daughters as you study CliffsNotes on The Joy Luck Club.This novel describes the lives of four women, who fled China in the 1940s, and their contentious relationships with their four very Americanized daughters. Through the love of their mothers, each of these young women learns about her heritage and so is able to deal more effectively with her life.CliffsNotes provides detailed plot summaries, critical commentaries, and a helpful character list to help you uncover all the insight this novel has to offer. Make studying easier with CliffsNotes on The Joy Luck Club. Other features includeCritical essaysA review section that tests your knowledgeBackground on the author, including career highlightsClassic literature or modern-day treasure—you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.Explore how generational and cultural differences can divide—and then unite—immigrant mothers and their American-born daughters as you study CliffsNotes on The Joy Luck Club.This novel describes the lives of four women, who fled China in the 1940s, and their contentious relationships with their four very Americanized daughters. Through the love of their mothers, each of these young women learns about her heritage and so is able to deal more effectively with her life.CliffsNotes provides detailed plot summaries, critical commentaries, and a helpful character list to help you uncover all the insight this novel has to offer. Make studying easier with CliffsNotes on The Joy Luck Club. Other features includeCritical essaysA review section that tests your knowledgeBackground on the author, including career highlightsClassic literature or modern-day treasure—you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

A new series of companions to well loved and often read middle-grade novels.Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls is a favorite middle grade novel. This companion gives background on the author, questions to guide reading, clues to themes, plot, characters, and setting of the book, a glossary, writing and other activities, and more. If you loved Where the Red Fern Grows, you need this reading companion

A new series of companions to well loved and often read middle-grade novels.Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred Taylor is a favorite middle grade novel. This companion gives background on the author, questions to guide reading, clues to themes, plot, characters, and setting of the book, a glossary, writing and other activities, and more. If you loved Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, you need this reading companion

For most middle school students around the country, standardized tests have become commonplace. Now, students, parents, and teachers will finally have a guide for all they need to succeed.With Dr. Rozakis's concrete, experienced advice, middle school students will learn how to get themselves into the "test mind-set." Whether the issue is deciding exactly what they need help on, building up their vocabulary, reviewing their math skills, or writing essays--Get Test Smart! has the answer. In a lucid, yet comprehensive fashion, middle grade students will have all they need to know in one easy go-to source.

Schoolwork doesn't have to be something to dread! Super Study Skills gives kids the tools they need to study and take tests more successfully.Super Study Skills shows students how to: Make the most of their time by getting organized Read more effectively Prepare for a test without last-minute panic Take tests with confidence and skill . . . and study smarter for the grades they want.It also provides short answer and essay test hints so kids will be prepared for any test they have to take.

Standardized tests have become a common feature in elementary schools. With Be a Super Test Taker!, students, parents, and teachers will finally have the one resource they need to succeed.Throughout the country, standardized tests in elementary schools have never been more common. Unfortunately, parents, teachers, and students are often left feeling helpless and unprepared. Dr. Rozakis's Be a Super Test Taker! is the answer to these anxieties. Through child-friendly writing, appropriate content, and welcoming design, there is now one "go-to source" that will provide students with all the information they need to ace the test!

Schoolwork doesn't have to be something to dread! Super Study Skills gives kids the tools they need to study and take tests more effectively.Super Study Skills shows students how to: Make the most of their time by getting organized Read more effectively Prepare for a test without last-minute panic Take tests with confidence and skill . . . and study smarter for the grades they want.It also provides short answer and essay test hints so kids will be prepared for any test they have to take.