Perfect writing and grammar skills in everyday situationsStudents learn to apply the elements of effective writing—proper grammar, correct punctuation, standard spelling, and well-constructed sentences as they work their way up the career ladder of a Hollywood studio. This realistic context demonstrates how strong language skills can lead to success in life.

Curriculum Skills :

• Recognize parts of speech
• Master verb tenses and usage
• Learn proper punctuation and capitalization
• Identify common errors in word usage
• Recognize sentence fragments and run-on sentences
• Understand subject-verb agreement
• Build vocabulary and usage skills
• Use plurals and possessives correctly

Special Features :

• Six "real-world" activities with adjustable difficulty levels
• Text-to-speech technology supports the editing process
• Online grammar book assists students with writing activities
• A rich collection of extension activities printable for classroom use—includes units on creative and business writing