Grammar Essentials For Dummies

by Geraldine Woods

For students competing for the decreasing pool of college scholarships, writing a stellar entrance essay can make all the difference. With discrete explanations of vital grammar rules, common usage errors, and the other key concepts people need to refer to most often, Grammar Essentials For Dummies provides crucial information to help students communicate accurately and effectively. This guide is also a perfect reference for parents who need to review critical grammar concepts as they help students with homework assignments or college entrance essays, as well as for adult learners headed back into the classroom and people learning English as a next language. The Essentials For Dummies Series
Dummies is proud to present our new series, The Essentials For Dummies. Now students who are prepping for exams, preparing to study new material, or who just need a refresher can have a concise, easy-to-understand review guide that covers an entire course by concentrating solely on the most important concepts. From algebra and chemistry to grammar and Spanish, our expert authors focus on the skills students most need to succeed in a subject.

Genres: Nonfiction

192 pages, Paperback

First published April 9, 2010

About the author

Geraldine Woods has taught English at every level from fifth grade through Advanced Placement, most recently at the Horace Mann School. She is the author of numerous nonfiction books for adults and children, including 25 Great Sentences and How They Got That Way. She lives in New York City.

Reviews

[Nazire · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is great! It's concise without all the technical terms and a great introduction to grammar without making it stuffy, shoving down information down your throat. If you're looking for a way to fix most common mistakes look no further. If you want to learn more there are obviously more detailed grammar books out there. But I think everyone can make use of this book. There are lots of examples and the examples are explained. Definitely going on my desk.

[Andina G · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book delivers a clear explanation of grammar rules. Moreover, it contains plenty of helpful tips for those who want to improve their everyday grammar, especially for IELTS preparation test or other careers benefit. However, I found it confusing in certain chapters because I have to turn back to the previous one in order to search the subject that I was looking for. Other than my holy grail grammar book, the Oxford English grammar book, I will also use Wood's book as my grammar guidance.

[Carl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Will always be a great source of reference and guidance. Plainly written, easily comprehensible.

[Terri's Dangerous When Reading · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was okay. I wouldn't miss all the chatter and lame jokes. I wanted just the fact, ma'am, just the facts.

[David Corbet · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well I am refreshed. Now let the writing begin! Again! Actually this is a great little review. Grammar is essential.

[Kelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is a well explained book, but not a holly Grail level of book you should keep in your bookshelf. It refreshed my memory about all the grammar rules though!

[Mary Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good for review or for help, for kid getting ready for ACT or SAT, but not much else. Borrowed from library.