Visual Guide to Writing, with CD-ROM

The Visual Guide to Writing motivates readers to connect with the writing process through an engaging and often humorous writing style as well as visual prompts and cues that make instruction more appealing. Taking a unique visual approach, this book includes nearly 300 photos, charts, graphs, and pieces of line art. A Four-Color Design is used effectively throughout the book to meet the specific needs of visual learners. Visual summaries, photos, charts, and graphics appear in every chapter offering many visual opportunities for learning. A series of exploration and critical thinking questions includes writing prompts and essay ideas that give readers an opportunity to examine themselves and their beliefs, helping them generate topics for future writing assignments. 15 full-length readings with comprehension questions and writing prompts and additional mastery tests provide extra opportunities for practice. Proofreading cards provide readers with a handy, highly portable reference while writing. For those seeking a visual guide to develop their writing skills at the paragraph/essay level.