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The BIG Problem (and the Squirrel Who Eventually Solved It): Understanding Adjectives and Adverbs
By Nancy Loewen and Kevin Sherry
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The squirrels have a problem. A BIG, POLKA-DOTTED problem. And they're watching NERVOUSLY, CURIOUSLY to see what it will do next. This goofy little story, complemented by informational back matter, teaches readers the differences between adjectives and adverbs.
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Nancy Loewen
Nancy Loewen is an award-winning author who has written more than 130 titles for children. She holds an MFA in creative writing and lives in the Twin Cities.
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