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Book Synopsis: The go-to bestselling guide to help young people navigate from a middle school book report to English Comp 101.
In How to Read Literature Like a Professor: For Kids, New York Times bestselling author and professor Thomas C. Foster gives tweens the tools they need to become thoughtful readers.
With funny insights and a conversational style, he explains the way writers use symbol, metaphor, characterization, setting, plot, and other key techniques to make a story come to life.
From that very first middle school book report to that first college course, kids need to be able to understand the layers of meaning in literature. Foster makes learning this important skill fun and exciting by using examples from How the Grinch Stole Christmas to The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, from short stories and poems to movie scripts.
This go-to guide unlocks all the hidden secrets to reading, making it entertaining and satisfying.
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Unlock the secrets of reading literature with How to Read Literature Like a Professor: For Kids! Bestselling author Thomas C. Foster equips young readers with essential tools to delve into the hidden meanings behind stories. From symbol and metaphor to plot and characterization, this book is the key to understanding literature from middle school book reports to college coursework.
With a delightful blend of humor and insights, Foster navigates young minds through the complexities of literary analysis. By exploring examples from beloved classics like The Grinch and Huck Finn, kids will discover the magic of storytelling in various forms - from short stories to movie scripts.
Make literature come alive with How to Read Literature Like a Professor: For Kids! This engaging guide transforms the learning process into an enjoyable adventure filled with aha moments and enlightening discoveries. Foster's conversational style will captivate young readers, making it a must-have for every aspiring literary enthusiast.
Ready to explore the fascinating world of literature? Get your hands on How to Read Literature Like a Professor: For Kids today and embark on an exciting journey of discovery and enlightenment!
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