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    Rev Up Your Writing in Opinion Pieces
    Rev Up Your Writing in Opinion Pieces
    Rev Up Your Writing in Opinion Pieces
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    Rev Up Your Writing in Opinion Pieces

    By Lisa M. Bolt Simons and Mernie Gallagher-Cole

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    Presents an overview of opinion pieces, including the form's purpose, elements, traits, and how it expresses ideas. Original examples illustrate how the writing genre works, and tips are provided to encourage young writers' creativity. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and introductions to both the author and illustrator.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherThe Child's World
    Release dateAug 1, 2015
    ISBN9781634071277
    Rev Up Your Writing in Opinion Pieces
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    Lisa M. Bolt Simons

    Lisa M. Bolt Simons has published more than 60 nonfiction children’s books, as well as four middle grade “choose your path” novels and an adult history book. She’s twice received an Honorable Mention for the McKnight Artist Fellowship for Writers in Children’s Literature. She’s also received two Minnesota State Arts Board grants and other accolades for her writing. Lisa is a proud mom to her science- and math-minded twin daughter and son. Originally from Colorado, Lisa lives in Minnesota with her husband, who also loves to read.

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