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Kesterson, David B. – 1973
Designed for use by the general reader, the college student, and the teacher, this book analyzes the life and literary career of Josh Billings (Henry Wheeler Shaw), emphasizing his literary ventures and artistic talents. The analysis reveals Billings' talents as a subtle humorist, homespun philosopher, and artist of the essay. Chapters include…
Descriptors: English Instruction, Higher Education, Humor, Literary Criticism
Kiester, Jane Bell – 1993
This teaching guide is built around a method (called the "Caught'ya" method) of teaching grammar and mechanics with humor. The guide contains story ideas and three sets of 100 Caught'ya sentences, as well as a chapter which discusses specific ways to use the Caught'ya at home. Following an introduction, the guide is divided into the…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Secondary Education, English Instruction, Grammar
Kiester, Jane Bell – 1998
This book transforms William Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night,""A Midsummer Night's Dream," and "Much Ado about Nothing" into adaptable "Caught'ya" sentences that appeal to high school students at any level--from basic skills and dropout prevention through high honors and advanced placement. The book makes…
Descriptors: Comedy, English Instruction, Grammar, High School Students
