Word by Word Basic with WordSongs Music CD

Word by Word Basic Picture Dictionary, Second Edition, by Steven J. Molinsky and Bill Bliss, is the only truly communicativevocabulary development program. Word by Word Basicis famous worldwide for its ease-of-use, lively spirit, and active conversational approach.The program's unique interactive methodology makes vocabulary learning come alive as a dynamic, communicative experience! Outstanding features of the second edition: Vibrant illustrationsand simple accessible lesson pageswith large typeare designed for clarity and ease-of-use with learners at low-beginning and literacy levels. Word by Word Basicis the most learner-friendly picture dictionary. More than 2,500 essential wordsprepare students for success using English in everyday life, in the community, in school, and at work. A careful research-based sequence of lessonsintegrates students' development of grammar and vocabulary skills through topics that begin with the immediate world of the student and progress to the world at large. Expanded discussion questionsencourage students to relate vocabulary topics to their own lives, experiences, and opinions. Innovative supplements provide effective instructional tools for teachers and multilevel options for students: The Teacher's Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROMincludes lesson-planning suggestions, community tasks, Internet web links, and reproducible masters. A Vocabulary Workbookfeature motivating vocabulary, grammar, and listening practice (Audio CDs included). A Lifeskills Workbookprovides standards-based activities and reading tied to major curriculum frameworks. A Literacy Workbookoffers fundamental practice with the alphabet and basic reading and writing skills for pre-Beginners (Audio CD included). The Audio Programincludes all words and conversations for interactive practice and 17 WordSongs in vocal and sing-along versions for entertaining vocabulary practice through music. Color Transparenciesand Vocabulary Game Cardsare ideal picture resources for introducing, practicing, and reviewing vocabulary. The Testing Programand ExamView CD-ROMprovide effective tools for assessment of student progress. Bilingual Editionsare also available: English/Haitian Kreyol English/Japanese English/Spanish