Is That a Word?
From AA to ZZZ, the Weird and Wonderful Language of SCRABBLE
1 of 1 copy available
Scrabble® aficionados may know that both "Brr" and "Brrr" are legitimate plays, but what about everyday names like Peter, Carl, and Marge? They're not listed as proper nouns, but they are certainly playable. For lovers of Scrabble®, Bananagrams®, and Words with Friends®, this lively guide helps readers get the most out of word games.
Is That a Word? is packed with new ways to remember the best words alongside tips for improving game play and much more. Part strategy guide and part celebration of all things wordy, this collection of facts, tips, and surprising lists of playable words will instruct and delight the letterati.
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Release date
October 12, 2021 -
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781452116105
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781452116105
- File size: 4120 KB
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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May 1, 2013
Gr 6-9-Bukszpan begins with a well-researched history of the origins and evolution of Scrabble and then moves on to discuss words that can be used when playing the game. While admitting that the official Scrabble dictionary is the final authority, the author provides some unusual words and their backgrounds. The illustrations are few but are quaint and antique looking, as in old pen-and-ink sketches. The book describes mutations of the game as well as records that have been set and includes useful lists, curious facts, and a Scrabblish dictionary. Because of the amount of information to be taken in, the book is best digested slowly and used alongside the Scrabble board.-Cynde Suite, Bartow County Library System, Adairsville, GA
Copyright 2013 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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