Книги. Художественная литература. Учебники и пособия.

Sarah Philpot

The 39 activities in 'BUILDING BLOCKS for English' provide teachers with a systematic approach to the progression of study skills and language development in 9-11 year olds. Through a series of activities, learners move beyond simple repetition of words to generation of language through recognition of word partners and patterns.

Robert K. Barnhart

As all lovers of language know, words are the source of our very understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Often, however, our use of language is so automatic that we neglect to consider where those words came from and what they assume. What are the implications, beyond the simple dictionary definitions, of using words such as privilege, hysteria, seminal, and gyp? Browsing through the pages of The Barhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology is like exploring the historical, political, and rhetorical wonderland of our linguistic heritage. We see the evolution of ideas, as rootword connections that now seem arbitrary are traced to schools of thought from the past. We also find an opportunity to examine how the sometimes backwards, sometimes hilarious, and sometimes illuminating ideologies built into our language affect our modern thinking. Written in a fresh, accessible style, this book provides the derivations of over 21,000...

Judy West

Part of an ELT course which aims to help nurture children's confidence and enthusiasm for English through gently graded activities. The syllabus has built-in revision and pronunciation lessons, and involves pupils in the evaluation of their own progress.

Collins Cobuild

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David Adams

Key features of each book are: six complete practice tests for the Cambridge First Certificate in English; and, hints on how to approach each exercise type, with a special section on tips and teaching strategies in the Teachers book. It helps improve your vocabulary exercises which expose students to frequently tested topics and lexis. These cassettes provide listening practice with a variety of accents.

Mario Herrera, Barbara Hojel

Balloons is an imaginative three-level language course for three-, four-, and five-year olds that introduces children to English through play. Balloons uses the same pedagogy pioneered and proven in New Parade--from the Warm Up, Presentation, Practice, and Application through Assessment and Enrichment. Children learn English playfully through song, chants, games, TPR (Total Physical Response), and art projects.

National Geographic/Warin

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Mary Lee Wholey

This title contains stimulating readings and a communicative, integrated-skills approach that help students to develop fluency and accuracy in academic reading. Organized into thematic units, the readings feature high-interest, contemporary topics in fields such as culture, science, the environment, business, sports, and entertainment. Extensive practice exercises accompany the selections helping students to understand the purpose and nature of different texts, master vocabulary for academic and professional success, and learn how to access information in the media and on the Internet. The series also includes writing and speaking practice activities. It also includes a student website and a instructor website.

James Dean Brown

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Tessa Clark

"Surprise! Alphabet Book" has been specially written and designed to introduce children to the way English letters are formed and pronounced. Students are shown how to write the letters of the alphabet and at the same time learn valuable vocabulary that is used in primary course books. Towards the end of the book there is extra handwriting practice for each letter of the alphabet (lower and upper case). "Surprise! Alphabet Book" is accompanied by a pupil's cassette which provides clear examples of the pronunciation of each of the letters and vocabulary items, as well as lively songs. "Surprise! Alphabet Book" can be used as an introduction to all primary course books.