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An introductory language course to teach young learners the Dominican Spanish dialect. Learning is split over six sessions and games and activities are included to promote understanding. Topics covered include numbers, greetings, colors, foods and many other commonly used topics that can be put to daily use. This is the ideal way for younger learners to build an understanding of Dominican Spanish.

Esme tells us about the night she and her mother became "egg vigilantes" against an illegally parked car; her freewheeling first school, where kids sat on sofas instead of at desks and could choose disco dancing instead of math; her dangerous neighborhood, which her father made seem friendly and wondrous; the Passover dinner when she stole a matzoh right out from under a rabbi; the awe-inspiring, life-threatening Chicago snowstorms; and lessons about love from tea-reading gypsies and Popeye cartoons.

En esta ocasión, viajaremos al Jurásico, donde conoceremos las antiguas especies de dinosaurios y otras criaturas que pululaban por la Tierra. Aprenderemos sobre la evolución mientras surcamos los cielos junto con pterosaurios y cazamos al lado de temibles carnívoros. ¿Viajaréis con nosotros?

Spelling can be very challenging for kids, especially when more videos are being watched than books are being read these days.nLuckily, spelling and reading comprehension are two things that can still be taught in a fun and interactive way that people of all ages can enjoy.

John Comenius: The Bohemian Educator Who Changed the World invites listeners to explore the rich heritage of the Czech Republic and learn about the remarkable figures who have left an indelible mark on history. Delve into the transformative life of John Amos Comenius, whose legacy continues to inspire educators and learners around the globe. Discover how Comenius' ideas on identity, imagination, and the human condition influenced his approach to education, leaving an indelible mark on the field and shaping the minds of countless individuals.

French Club is packed with songs, rhymes, jokes and tongue twisters designed to be engaging, memorable and enjoyable. Children as young as 3 and as old as 12 will enjoy singing along to the catchy rhythms of French Club. Learning language from a young age should be a fun, stress-free activity. By listening and joining in as native speaking French children have fun in French, your child will be learning without even realising it.

Each fairy tale starts in English, then slowly "morphs" into Hebrew! Learn 20 words in a new language! This audio file contains narration, pronunciations of new words, sound effects, and fully orchestrated original music composed, arranged, and performed by "Slangman" David Burke. By the end of the story, 20+ new words have been learned! Slangman's method is progressive! Start with Level 1 and continue through Level 3 to gain a strong foothold in a new language.

A guide to the Bambara language for 5- to 15-year-olds. Sound effects, games, and repetition of vocabulary in different ways are used to create engaging content for young learners. Vocabulary is focused on words and phrases that can be used daily. Bambara is spoken by about sven million people, primarily in Mali, where French is also spoken, but also in Guinea, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Niger, Ivory Coast, Mauritania, and Gambia. It is mutually understandable by Manding and Dyula speakers. This is an ideal way for your child to build a basic understanding of the Bambara language.

This is a simple audio guide to Ukrainian for children incorporating songs, music, and games. Topics covered include core words and phrases that can be put to daily use, including numbers, colors, greetings, foods, animals, places, and many other topics. This is an ideal way for a young learner to get exposure to the Ukrainian language including hearing Ukrainian songs to improve their pronunciation. Sound effects are also used to make words and phrases more memorable.

What are the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights, and the US Constitution? They're important documents that helped to shape our country. But what's the story behind how these documents were created? And what exactly do they say? Listen to this audiobook to find out.

How to Be a Writer is peppered with nuggets of practical advice for every person who is aspiring to write and be published, all told in Ruskin Bond's characteristic understated, tongue-in-cheek, humorous style. So, what is it that a person requires the most to become a writer? A love of books, of language, of life, an observant eye and a good memory, along with enthusiasm, optimism, and persistence. This book is an exclusive glimpse into the writing credo of Ruskin Bond, an author who has had an incredibly successful writing career spanning over 70 years.

Are you relatively new to learning Polish or need to brush-up on your language skills? You wish to not only talk like a native, but also understand them clearly? Welcome to Polyglot Planet. We provide you with the right tools, energy and motivation for you to understand and speak Polish confidently.

Librarians help people find the information they need. They work both in the public eye and behind the scenes. Give listeners the inside scoop on what it's like to have the job of a librarian. Listeners will learn about different types of librarians, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting, fast-paced job.

When Lydia was five years old, she and her family had to leave their home. They hopped from Grandma's house to Aunt Linda's house to Cousin Alice's house, but no place was permanent. Then one day, everything changed: Lydia's mom took her to a new place - not a house but a big building with stone columns and tall tall steps. The library. In the library, Lydia found her special spot across from the sunny window at a round desk. For behind that desk was her new friend, the librarian.

Presidential politics has always been a minefield of competition, excitement, and even scandal. Learn about the evolution of presidential politics from the election of George Washington, the nation's first president, to the election of Barack Obama, the nation's first black president. Learn which elements have stood the test of time, such as the Electoral College, and other elements, such as voting rights and processes, that have evolved with the changing times.

Learning Spanish with our parallel text is the most rewarding and effective method to learn a language. Existing vocabulary is refreshed, while new vocabulary is instantly put into practice. Recommended for beginners or intermediate level learners of Spanish and as a refreshers course. It is so easy and enjoyable even absolute beginners with no prior knowledge can start learning.

This audio guide to Brazilian Portuguese is targeted at three-to-six-year-olds, focusing on key words and phrases that can be put to daily use. Songs, games, and all sorts of sound effects are included to make learning more fun and interactive. This is an ideal resource for younger beginner learners. Topics covered include greetings, questions, answers, places, colors, animals, vehicles, numbers, parts of the body, and many other topics that can be put to use daily. This is a fun way for young children to start speaking Brazilian Portuguese.

Die Vorschul-Lernreihe zum Hören. Die "Lernraupen"-Hörspiele vermitteln spielerisch Bildungsinhalte und fördern Lernlust, genaues Zuhören, Ausdrucksfähigkeit, Ausdauer, Konzentration und Selbstvertrauen. Der fünfjährige Finn wäre so gerne schon ein Schulkind wie seine große Schwester Mia. Zum Glück hat er eine kleine Freundin, die Lernraupe Lilo, die sehr wissbegierig und lustig ist. In jedem Hörspiel entdecken Finn und Lilo ein neues spannendes Thema mit einfachen Mitmach-Rätseln, Spielen, Reimen und Mitsing-Liedern.

This audiobook helps kids learn French through easy-to-follow instructions for lessons on various topics such as the alphabet, common expressions, culture and community, and more. Each lesson is followed by a short review section to ensure that the child has mastered what they learned.

This audiobook explores the reasons of the terrorist attack of 9/11 and how the U.S. has responded.