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A chartreuse leotard in a magenta limousine
and other words named after people and places
By Graham-Barber, Lynda & Lehman, Barbara A.
- ISBN
- 978-0-78682-002-3
- Publisher
- New York : Hyperion Books for Children, c1994.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on April 1, 1995
Gr 3-6 Etymology is not usually thought of as an exciting topic for children, but Graham-Barber has worked magic and presents it in an amusing, informative, and accessible format. The introduction clearly explains the differences between toponyms and eponyms and why it is fun to learn about where words in everyday use come ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
