Caro Clarke
The Art of the Unspoken: Saying More by Describing Less
This is the thirteenth article in a series that was developed to help the new novel author. This article focuses on how good descriptions aren't necessarily connected with a lot of words, good descriptions are clean and to the point.
Kinder Art
Kinder Art: Emily Carr's Trees (Lesson Plan)
The objective of this art project from KinderArt is to learn about flowing lines and form. Follow the lesson plan to see how it is done.
Other
Starry Skies: How Do Fossils Form?
Directions and materials needed to make a modern day fossil.
Other
Art in Canada: Art Talk: Composition Glossary
A definition of composition with other terms and how they relate to composition. This site shows an example and also explains the terms provided.
BBC
Bbc: Bitesize: Use of Structure in to Kill a Mockingbird
Understand the author's use of structure in the classic text To Kill a Mockingbird.
abcteach
Abcteach: Similes [Pdf]
This printable worksheet tutorial tests your knowledge of writing snow similes.
Other
Article: Learning Tunes Efficiently: Part One: Song Form
This article deals with skills needed by musicians, that is, being able to learn tunes efficiently by using the form of the song.
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Universals
Discusses the theory of universals, or forms. Provides an explanation of universals, reasons to have them, problems they present and its relationship to realism and nominalism.
abcteach
Abcteach: Student Writing Checklist
Excellent printable writing checklist that helps students proofread their pieces and pay attention to elements of strong writing.
Robin L. Simmons
Grammar Bytes: Identifying Verbs
Identifying and understanding verbs is discussed at this site. Word function, action verbs, linking verbs, and verbs that have more than one part are included.
ArtLex
Art Lex: Shape
This online dictionary of art from Artlex provides terms is a valuable tool. Shape is on the Sg-Sh page. Just scroll down to Shape and read a definition with links to other important terms.
Other
Esl Blue(s): Grammar/double Quiz/simple Present
An interactive "double quiz" over the simple present forms of verbs and trivia questions. Answers and hints are provided.
Other
Esl Verbs: Present Simple Negative
Examples of some troublesome verb forms using the present simple negative.
Other
Esl Verbs: Present Simple Questions
This site has examples of some common mistakes when forming questions using the present simple verb tense. The correct form is given along with some of the more common errors.
Other
Music Theory First Aid for Struggling Students
This site provides music theory information on such topics as rhythm, intervals, scales, chords, etc. Also, there is a fine section which describes the basic concepts of form and structure.
University of Maryland
University of Maryland/grammar/subject Verb Agreement
This site offers fundamental explanation of subject-verb agreement, additional information, and examples of exceptions to the general rules. Good information at this site, but does not link to other information.
Curated OER
Vat Theories Progressive or Regressive Who Pays What?
Explains progressive, regressive, and proportional taxes and applies them to the value added tax (VAT).
Quia
Quia: Elements of Art: Games
These Java applet review games help students with art vocabulary terms by matching, concentration, flashcards, and word-search games.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign: Learning Musical Elements Through Listening
This is a site created for teaching children the art of listening to music. Includes sections on the elements of music, composers, and genres with more under construction.
Other
Bob's Byway: Glossary of Poetic Terms
Calling itself "unique," Bob's is easy to use, with cross-links throughout, phonetic pronunciation guides when necessary, and many examples and quotations. Click on the letter and scroll for the word.
Caro Clarke
Caro Clarke: Writing Advice: Beginner's Four Faults
This site is a personal site from Caro Clarke. The third installment in this series looks at the four major mistakes made by beginning authors. The main idea of this article is that the author needs to be able to combine dialogue with...
Other
Esl Verbs: Present Progressive Forms
Examples, common mistakes are discussed at this ESL website. Some basic information that gives the student a good starting point.
Other
Esl Blue(s): Troubleshooting: There Is vs. There Are
Examples are given that help the student understand when to use "there is" and when to use "there are."