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A magical fantasy, an allegorical cautionary tale, a feast of language, a celebration of creativity--this dazzling debut novel is poised to become a story for the ages! Penelope is running out of time

Features graphic artwork and simple questions that prompt language learning, arranged by topic and narrated by Little Mouse, who can be found with his periscope in every scene. Topics include: First T

The text consists of 14 units, each illustrating the language used in a particular situation. The topic-based units cover the language learners need in everyday situations, but also language for more formal situations, such as a seminar or business meeting.Each section contains a list of the most useful phrases, with information on where and when they should be used, and a short sample of a conversation, showing the learner how a typical conversation flows in English.An audio CD contains all the conversations from the book, and allows the user to practice what they have learnt. In addition, the supplement contains all the everyday expressions and language structures that learners need to speak in natural English, organized by function.Each section also contains a glossary of useful vocabulary, making Collins Easy Learning English Conversation: Book 2 an indispensible resource for students who want to build on their conversation skills so that they can speak English fluently and with co

In Europe and throughout the world, competence in English is spreading at a speed never achieved by any language in human history. This apparently irresistible growing dominance of English is frequent

Despite its impressive size and population, economic vitality, and drive to upgrade its military, China remains a vulnerable nation surrounded by powerful rivals and potential foes. Understanding Chin

This volume discusses methodological issues in conducting elicitation on semantic topics in a fieldwork situation. In twelve chapters discussing 11 language families from four continents, authors draw

Create effective text-dependent questions to increase students' understanding of text through in-depth examinations. This teacher resource enables students to study broad concepts such as text structu

The Student's Book Premium Pack contains the Student's Book and webcode access to online components. The Online Workbook allows students to practise language online and on the move and see their progr

Each of the 21 Little Books highlights important sight words and high-frequency vocabulary to help build oral language skills. Patterned text and clear illustrations make learning words simple and fun

Build your second grader’s understanding of physical, life, and earth science! Engaging activities and hands-on projects will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most c

Build your preschooler’s understanding of physical, life, and earth science! Songs, rhymes, and engaging activities will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most curren

Build your child’s understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book! Engaging activities and hands-on projects will motivate your fifth grader to learn science con

Build your child’s understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book! Engaging activities and hands-on projects will motivate your sixth grader to learn science con

Build your kindergartner’s understanding of physical, life, and earth science! Songs, rhymes, and engaging activities will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most curr

Each Student Book in the three-level Listening Point series features twelve units accompanied by Workbook and Teacher's Guide. Features•Language presented through familiar themes and contexts in fun a

Larry and Friends is a captivating story about immigration and integration told in both English and Spanish language versions. The protagonist, Larry the Dog, is a juggler from Brooklyn and his

Build your child’s understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book! Engaging activities and hands-on projects will motivate your fourth grader to learn science co

No matter how much experience you have with JavaScript, odds are you don’t fully understand the language. As part of the "You Don’t Know JS" series, this compact guide focuses on the new asynchronous

In this book, authors Swift and Greenberg examine the phenomenon of premature termination in psychotherapy, focusing on understanding the scope of the problem and providing strategies for reducing ear

Grammar Goals is a six-level grammar series for young learners, and an ideal supplement to any primary English course. Lively, appealing contexts ensure that language use is purposeful and reflects st

Understanding critical rail vehicle design issues and associated dynamic responses is fundamental to guarantee safe and cost-effective operations of modern railways. With the increasing demands for sa

What makes us human?How did we develop language, thought and culture?Why do we need them? The past 12,000 years represent the only time in the sweep of human history when there has been only one human

The Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics readers uses simple language and engaging, humorous stories to help children develop their phonics skills. The series has been carefully written to give gradua

A cheerful story sure to entertain young children with its irresistible illustrations.Uses phonic repetition and simple rhyming text, specially designed to help develop essential language and early re

Available for the first time in the U.S. in a Spanish-language edition, renowned chef Alice Waters’s bestselling book The Art of Simple Food.Perhaps more responsible than anyone for the revolution in

These workbooks are designed to help students express themselves through written language, both inside and outside the classroom. By studying writing samples and practicing different styles, young wr

Young readers will be exposed to figurative language, rhyming, and countless facts as they read these imaginative, inventive, original poems about space. This book is sure to encourage readers to expl

Anne Frank will be among the first of many National Geographic Reader titles that highlight important historical figures. This National Geographic Reader will bring an understanding of her historical

This new paperback edition of the Oxford School Dictionary of Word Origins gives an engaging insight into the origins of the everyday language we use. It provides additional language support and infor

A New York Times Notable BookAn NPR Best Book of 2012These eight powerful stories, dazzling in their display of language and imagination, show a celebrated short-story writer and novelist grappling wi

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK“Part love story, part history, this novel is a tour de force [told] in language that soars and sears.”—More? St. Petersburg, 1917. After Rasputin’s body is pulled from th

In today’s world, where religious divides and cultural differences so often have tragic consequences, a sound understanding of the belief systems and practices of other peoples and cultures is essenti

In today’s world, where religious divides and cultural differences so often have tragic consequences, a sound understanding of the belief systems and practices of other peoples and cultures is essenti

In today’s world, where religious divides and cultural differences so often have tragic consequences, a sound understanding of the belief systems and practices of other peoples and cultures is essenti

In today’s world, where religious divides and cultural differences so often have tragic consequences, a sound understanding of the belief systems and practices of other peoples and cultures is essenti

Conklin (human performance and safety integration, Los Alamos National Laboratory) outlines a road map for understanding how to manage safety in the workplace and solve problems before they become acc

"You will put down this insightful book with a much deeper understanding of two of the more indispensable topics of the twenty-first century: China and sound financial practices." -- Jon Huntsman, Jr.

Like its predecessor, the third edition of Academic Writing for Graduate Students explains understanding the intended audience, the purpose of the paper, and academic genres; includes the use of task-

Understanding how the Chinese writing system illustrates universal design features of writing and literacy learning, as well as how it differs from alphabetic literacy, has become one of the cutting e

Reading Skills Builder provides practice in the three essential strategies for learning to read ? phonics, word families and sight words. The understanding of phonics sound patterns leads to knowledge