Homework Helpers: Essays & Term Papers

If you are a student, a writer, or just know a student or a writer, buy this book! Michelle McLean writes with authority but renders the sometimes scary subject of essay-writing accessible to all readers. Using examples like Harry Potter and the history of donuts, Michelle makes essay-writing fun. Every home would benefit from having Homework Helpers: Essays and Term Papers on its shelf.I was blown away by how useful this book is. I expected a great how-to after reading Michelle's Tutor Tuesdays on her blog. But I didn't know I was getting the quintessential guide on everything papers! This book covers everything you need to know about writing a paper, from inception of the idea to execution of the final sentence. And it's all told in Michelle's conversational voice.

This is a great accompaniment to prepare your child for good essay skills in English Language. The book has depth, current and easy to follow tasks and yet offers varied insights on essay writing styles and preparation techniques.

For my granddaughter - ask her

Great info

Good book as a reference.

It's a well written book, but not quite the tool I was hoping for to assist my developing young writers.

I cannot stress enough what a fantastic book this is. I'm not sure what I expected--a dry textbook-like foray into the land of the boring, maybe--but this book isn't that at all. This book is accessible, informative, interesting and very, very helpful.McLean details the different kinds of essays from basic (even helpful for me as my two fifth-graders are learning about essay writing this year) all the way up to the dreaded research/term paper that sends fourth year university students shaking in their boots. I learned things about the different essay types that I never once was taught, not in high school nor in university. Things I wish I'd been able to learn in such a friendly manner--rather than the fumbling in the dark way.Whatever the type of essay you're required to write, McLean teaches you how to brainstorm, research, outline, and write from the rough to the finished draft. She also teaches you how to research and site sources. And as an added bonus, provides tips on avoiding common grammar mistakes.HOMEWORK HELPERS: ESSAYS & TERM PAPERS is truly an exceptional resource for all your students. It should have a place on every student's shelf--right next to Webster's Dictionary and Roget's Thesaurus.

I have always dreaded writing papers and I have searched the Internet for information to assist me. I have read the APA guidelines and found them quite confusing at times. The book is written in plain English and included many sample essays from the rough draft to the finished draft. The information presented in the book was concise, easy to read and clearly explained all of the steps involved in writing the perfect paper. If you are planning to take the SAT/ACT this year, the book helps you prepare for the dreaded essay. I referred to the book before taking my SAT in June and my score increased from the first time I took the exam. The author described all of the different types of essays and papers from grade school classes to college level classes. Even the most experienced writer may need a little help at times and the book is a great resource for everyone. Check out my review of another book in the series Chemistry Helpers. It helped me ace the NY State Chemistry Regents.