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5 Kinds of Nonfiction: Enriching Reading and Writing Instruction with Children's Books
by Melissa Stewart Marlene CorreiaOnce upon a time...children's nonfiction books were stodgy, concise, and not very kid friendly. Most were text heavy, with just a few scattered images decorating the content and meaning, rather than enhancing it. Over the last 20 years, children's nonfiction has evolved into a new breed of visually dynamic and engaging texts.In 5 Kinds of Nonfiction: Enriching Reading and Writing Instruction with Children's Books , Melissa Stewart and Dr. Marlene Correia present a new way to sort nonfiction into five major categories and show how doing so can help teachers and librarians build stronger readers and writers. Along the way, they: Introduce the 5 kinds of nonfiction: Active, Browseable, Traditional, Expository Literature, and Narrative -;and explore each category through discussions, classroom examples, and insights from leading children's book authorsOffer tips for building strong, diverse classroom texts and library collectionsProvide more than 20 activities to enhance literacy instructionInclude innovative strategies for sharing and celebrating nonfiction with students.With more than 150 exemplary nonfiction book recommendations and Stewart and Correia's extensive knowledge of literacy instruction, 5 Kinds of Nonfiction will elevate your understanding of nonfiction in ways that speak specifically to the info-kids in your classrooms, but will inspire all readers and writers.
50 English Coffee Breaks: Short activities to improve your English one cup at a time (50 Coffee Breaks Series)
by Coffee Break LanguagesTransform your down time into 'do time'.The most successful language learners create a habit of studying a little bit, often. With 50 English Coffee Breaks, you can easily improve your English by combining it with your relaxing daily coffee - from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte.Organised by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagrams and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner to intermediate adult and young-adult learners. The activities are carefully designed to keep you motivated and build your skills in key areas.· Reading comprehension· Writing skills· Grammar confidence· Phrasal verbs practice · Vocabulary development· Cultural awarenessBy practising English in a fun and relaxed way - in the time you have - you will find time to achieve your language-learning goals. So, pick up your preferred drink and this practical book. Soon, studying English will be the most pleasant and productive part of your busy day.For 15 years Coffee Break Languages has helped millions of people to learn a language in a way that fits into their everyday life: while walking the dog, working out at the gym, or on their coffee break!Teach Yourself has collaborated with Coffee Break Languages to bring their brilliant method to a wider audience by producing their first-ever printed product. All the activities are written by long-time English teachers in Coffee Break's characteristically friendly and conversational style. It's the perfect complement to your studies.The activities are levelled for high-beginner to low-intermediate learners: CEFR A2-B1 and ACTFL Intermediate-low/mid
50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL (50 Fantastic Ideas)
by Natasha WoodEvery year, an increasing number of children enter the Early Years setting either new to English or with English as an additional language (EAL), which can be daunting, not just for the child but for the practitioner too. How can Early Years practitioners ensure that the right support is in place for the child and themselves? What practical ideas can be used successfully to enrich an EAL child's understanding of a new language, while, at the same time, allowing that child to bond with their peers? 50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is an invaluable resource to help integrate children with EAL into the classroom with fresh, exciting and engaging activities that are easy to resource, require little preparation and are fun to carry out. The activities include simple speak-and-repeat games, visual ideas to support learning new words and phrases and activities that evoke feelings of being at home, allowing the children to feel welcomed and part of the school's diverse community. Traditional games are also featured to help children with EAL play with their peers, as well as feel that they can contribute to the learning of others. Perfect for promoting inclusion and self-esteem, 50 Fantastic Ideas for Children with EAL is ideal for supporting children as they navigate the ups and downs of having English as an additional language.
50 Fantastic Ideas for Early Language Development (50 Fantastic Ideas)
by Mary ScanlanSupporting young children's language development has always been an important part of high-quality Early Years practice. Competency in language (written and spoken) is essential in ensuring children can access learning across the whole curriculum and simultaneously supports personal, social and emotional development. However, it is becoming increasingly clear that many children need additional support to meet age-related expectations in this area. 50 Fantastic Ideas for Early Language Development presents a range of flexible and adaptable ideas to help practitioners develop their practice in the area of speaking, listening and communication. The author, Dr Mary Scanlan, is a expert in Early Years education. She puts theory into practice in this dip-in book by introducing accessible activities that are underpinned by research and an understanding of best practice. This book covers all areas of the EYFS, including the needs of children with EAL or SEND.
50 Fantastic Ideas for Early Writing Prompts (50 Fantastic Ideas)
by Alistair Bryce-CleggIf children are not interested or motivated by what they have been asked to write about, you can be sure that any writing you do get will be rushed, short and a bit half-hearted. In 50 Fantastic Ideas for Early Writing Prompts, Alistair Bryce-Clegg offers a collection of all of his favourite ideas and inspirations that have motivated the children he works with to pick up their pencils and get scribbling!
50 Fantastic Ideas for Mark Making (50 Fantastic Ideas)
by Alistair Bryce-CleggChildren are naturally drawn to mark-making. Long before they pick up a pencil or a paintbrush, they will experiment with making marks using their own bodies as well as various found objects that they come across in day-to-day life. By collecting together a whole host of ideas for different mark-making utensils, as well as exploring numerous substances and surfaces that children can mark-make on and in, this book supports both individual and group mark-making.
50 French Coffee Breaks: Short activities to improve your French one cup at a time (Coffee Break Series)
by Coffee Break LanguagesTransform your down time into 'do time'.The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 French Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your French by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual - from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte.Organised by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagrams and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner to intermediate adult and young-adult learners and designed to keep you motivated while building your skills in key areas. · Reading comprehension · Writing skills · Grammar confidence · Translation abilities · Vocabulary expansion · Cultural awareness By practising French in a fun and relaxed way in the time you have, you will stay on track to achieve your language-learning aspirations. So, pick up your preferred brew and this practical book, and make learning the most pleasant and productive part of your busy day. For 15 years Coffee Break Languages has helped make it possible for millions of people to learn a language in a way that fits into their everyday life: whether that's while walking the dog, at the gym, or on their coffee break!Teach Yourself has collaborated with Coffee Break Languages to bring their brilliant method to a wider audience by producing their first-ever printed product. All the activities are written by long-time teachers of the language in Coffee Break's characteristically friendly and conversational style. It's the perfect complement to your studies.The activities are levelled for high-beginner to low-intermediate learners: CEFR A2-B1 and ACTFL Intermediate-low/mid
50 German Coffee Breaks: Short activities to improve your German one cup at a time (Coffee Break Series)
by Coffee Break LanguagesTransform your down time into 'do time'.The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 German Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your German by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual - from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte.Organised by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagrams and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner to intermediate adult and young-adult learners and designed to keep you motivated while building your skills in key areas. · Reading comprehension · Writing skills · Grammar confidence · Translation abilities · Vocabulary expansion · Cultural awareness By practising German in a fun and relaxed way in the time you have, you will stay on track to achieve your language-learning aspirations. So, pick up your preferred brew and this practical book, and make learning the most pleasant and productive part of your busy day. For 15 years Coffee Break Languages has helped make it possible for millions of people to learn a language in a way that fits into their everyday life: whether that's while walking the dog, at the gym, or on their coffee break!Teach Yourself has collaborated with Coffee Break Languages to bring their brilliant method to a wider audience by producing their first-ever printed product. All the activities are written by long-time teachers of the language in Coffee Break's characteristically friendly and conversational style. It's the perfect complement to your studies.The activities are levelled for high-beginner to low-intermediate learners: CEFR A2-B1 and ACTFL Intermediate-low/mid
50 Hands-On Advanced Literacy Strategies for Young Learners, PreK-Grade 2
by Allison Bemiss50 Hands-On Advanced Literacy Strategies for Young Learners, PreK–Grade 2 is your go-to resource for lessons, strategies, and activities to foster the key skills and thinking strategies needed to excel in literacy. The hands-on, minds-on literacy explorations in this book are designed to feel a lot like play, but are rooted in the foundational literacy practices that all young learners need. Packed with engaging and helpful reproducibles, each activity is thoughtfully laid out with skill(s), materials, introduction, hands-on task, and reflection sections to maximize student learning. Instructions on how to scaffold experiences for a wider range of ages and developmental readiness levels make this resource imminently flexible. Ideal for learners in grades PreK–2, this book is for teachers, curriculum coaches, parents, librarians, and community educators looking to work on target literacy skills.
50 Hands-On Advanced Literacy Strategies for Young Learners, PreK-Grade 2
by Allison Bemiss50 Hands-On Advanced Literacy Strategies for Young Learners, PreK–Grade 2 is your go-to resource for lessons, strategies, and activities to foster the key skills and thinking strategies needed to excel in literacy. The hands-on, minds-on literacy explorations in this book are designed to feel a lot like play, but are rooted in the foundational literacy practices that all young learners need. Packed with engaging and helpful reproducibles, each activity is thoughtfully laid out with skill(s), materials, introduction, hands-on task, and reflection sections to maximize student learning. Instructions on how to scaffold experiences for a wider range of ages and developmental readiness levels make this resource imminently flexible. Ideal for learners in grades PreK–2, this book is for teachers, curriculum coaches, parents, librarians, and community educators looking to work on target literacy skills.
50 Italian Coffee Breaks: Short activities to improve your Italian one cup at a time (Coffee Break Series)
by Coffee Break LanguagesTransform your down time into 'do time'.The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 Italian Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your Italian by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual - from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte.Organised by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagrams and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner to intermediate adult and young-adult learners and designed to keep you motivated while building your skills in key areas. · Reading comprehension · Writing skills · Grammar confidence · Translation abilities · Vocabulary expansion · Cultural awareness By practising Italian in a fun and relaxed way in the time you have, you will stay on track to achieve your language-learning aspirations. So, pick up your preferred brew and this practical book, and make learning the most pleasant and productive part of your busy day. For 15 years Coffee Break Languages has helped make it possible for millions of people to learn a language in a way that fits into their everyday life: whether that's while walking the dog, at the gym, or on their coffee break!Teach Yourself has collaborated with Coffee Break Languages to bring their brilliant method to a wider audience by producing their first-ever printed product. All the activities are written by long-time teachers of the language in Coffee Break's characteristically friendly and conversational style. It's the perfect complement to your studies.The activities are levelled for high-beginner to low-intermediate learners: CEFR A2-B1 and ACTFL Intermediate-low/mid
50 Literature Ideas You Really Need to Know (50 Ideas You Really Need to Know series)
by John SutherlandLiterature suffers from appearing both deceptively easy and dauntingly difficult. We all like to think we can read a novel and understand what 'genre', 'style' and 'narrative' mean, but do we really understand them fully and how they can enrich our reading experience? How should we approach the works of great writers such as William Shakespeare, T.S. Eliot, Charles Dickens and Jane Austen? 50 Literature Ideas you Really Need to Know provides a clear, opinionated and thorough overview of literary theories from the apparently familiar to the decidedly unfamiliar. Packed with insights and examples from both classic and popular works, it is a book that will delight anyone who has ever been mystified by literary jargon and wants to gain a deeper enjoyment of reading and writing.
50 Literature Ideas You Really Need to Know (50 Ideas You Really Need to Know series)
by John SutherlandIn a series of 50 accessible essays, John Sutherland introduces and explains the important forms, concepts, themes and movements in literature, drawing on insights and examples from both classic and popular works.From postmodernism to postcolonialism, William Shakespeare to Jane Austen , 50 Literature Ideas You Really Need to Know is a complete introduction to the most important literary concepts in history.
The 50-Plus Market: Why the Future is Age-Neutral When it Comes to Marketing and Branding Strategies (1st edition) (PDF)
by Dick StroudChallenging marketing's core assumptions about the effects of ageing on consumer behaviour, The 50 Plus Market provides a fresh approach to the way companies interact with their older customers. It explains how the principles of age-neutral marketing will ensure companies capture the vast expenditure generated by this affluent group.This compelling book analyses all aspects of marketing to this age group. Supported by research from OMD, one of the largest and most influential media communications specialists in the world, The 50 Plus Market is essential reading for those wishing to refine their marketing strategies.
50 Schlüsselideen Architektur
by Philip WilkinsonEine Entdeckungsreise durch die Ideenwelt der Baukunst von der griechischen Antike bis heute _____ Worin besteht der Unterschied zwischen einer dorischen und einer ionischen Säule? Welche Funktion hat ein Strebebogen? Was sind die Leitmotive der modernen Architektur? Wie unterscheidet sich Restaurierung von Konservierung? Wann ist ein Bauwerk bloß ein Bauwerk, wann ist es Kunst? Wenn Sie sich schon einmal solche Fragen gestellt haben oder sich allgemein für Baustile und Kunstepochen, Fassadengestaltung und Stadtplanung interessieren, dann bietet Ihnen 50 Schlüsselideen Architektur den perfekten Einstieg. Philip Wilkinson erklärt klar und präzise die Leitgedanken und Schlüsselkonzepte der Architektur und zeigt, auf welch unterschiedliche Weise die bebaute Umwelt in den verschiedenen Epochen der Geschichte gestaltet wurde. In 50 anregenden und spannenden Essays stellt er die einflussreichsten Architekturbewegungen wie auch die wichtigsten und berühmtesten Werke der größten Baumeister aller Zeiten vor. Das Buch spannt einen weiten Bogen von der Antike bis zur Gegenwart – von den frühesten Anfängen der Architektur im antiken Griechenland über die revolutionären Entwicklungen im späten 19. Jahrhundert und die skulpturalen Formen der Expressionisten bis hin zu den reduzierten Beton-Glas-Bauten des Internationalen Stils und, in jüngerer Zeit, der Eisen- und Glasarchitektur der Postmoderne sowie den aktuellen Trends der grünen Architektur heute – und verhilft so zu einem neuen und tieferen Verständnis für die Architektur und ihre tiefgreifenden Auswirkungen auf die Welt, in der wir heute leben.
50 Schlüsselideen Kunst
by Susie HodgeEine Entdeckungsreise durch die Epochen, Stile und Richtungen der Kunst - von der Höhlenmalerei bis zur GegenwartEin Besuch in einer Kunstgalerie kann einen überwältigen – eine erstaunliche Parade von rätselhaften Bildern, Gegenständen und Installationen, von Künstlern und Kunstrichtungen, die uns kaum einen klaren Blick dafür vermitteln, wie das, was da alles zusammenhängt, auch zusammenpasst. Die 50 Schlüsselideen Kunst helfen, den Überblick zu behalten. Für alle, die Schwierigkeiten haben, Degas von Dalí oder Monet von Mondrian zu unterscheiden, bietet dieser informative Ratgeber Hinweise auf 50 der wichtigsten und einflussreichsten Grundkonzepte in der Kunst – von den Ideen der alten Griechen bis zu solchen der Gegenwart. Aufgenommen sind dabei einerseits Stilepochen wie Barock, Renaissance, die niederländische Malerei des 17. Jahrhunderts, altägyptische Kunst oder klassische Antike, andererseits werden unterschiedliche Stilrichtungen betrachtet wie Romantik, Kubismus, Minimalismus, Surrealismus, Pop-Art, Konzeptkunst und Medienkunst. Die wichtigsten Schlüsselbegriffe werden in einem Glossar, das dem klaren, kompakten und auch kunstvollen Text von Susie Hodge beigegeben ist, sowie durch Mini-Essays und Kurzbiografien von epochemachenden Künstlern vertieft. Mit einer instruktiven Auswahl von Bildern, die beispielhaft Stilmerkmale und künstlerische Ideen zeigen, und mit einer übersichtlichen historischen Zeitleiste wird jede Kunstrichtung in ihren Kontext gestellt und insgesamt ein breiter Überblick über die weltweit bedeutendsten Entwicklungen von Kunst und Design vermittelt. Wem die künstlerische Ausdrucksweise jemals ein Rätsel war und wer sich einen groben Überblick verschaffen möchte, der wird bei diesem Buch voll auf seine Kosten kommen.
50 Schlüsselideen Literatur
by John Sutherland50 Schlüsselideen Literatur ist eine grundlegende Einführung in alle wichtigen Formen, Begriffe, Themen und Strömungen der Literatur. Der erfolgreiche Autor und Literaturkritiker John Sutherland stellt Literaturkonzepte und -theorien auf frische und zugleich anspruchsvolle Weise vor – von scheinbar vertrautem Terrain bis hin zu unbekannten Gefilden. Randvoll mit klugen Einblicken und Zitaten aus klassischen wie aus populären Werken, zieht dieses Buch alle in seinen Bann, die jemals fragend vor dem Fachjargon der Literaturkritik standen und die das Lesen und Schreiben auf eine tiefere und bewusstere Weise genießen möchten.
50 Schlüsselideen Politik
by Ben DupréEine Entdeckungsreise durch die Welt der politischen Theorien und Strömungen, Staatsformen und gesellschaftlichen Herausforderungen _____ In einer Zeit weitverbreiteter Politikverdrossenheit und vielfältiger internationaler Verwerfungen ist die Notwendigkeit, die grundlegenden politischen Konzepte zu verstehen, größer denn je. 50 Schlüsselideen Politik ist der ideale Einstieg in dieses Themenfeld. Die Welt ist zusammengewachsen – und zugleich unüberschaubar komplex geworden. In allen Sphären der Politik wirken vielfältige Einflüsse, auf regionaler wie globaler Ebene. Fundamentalistische Kräfte bedrohen unsere Freiheit und Sicherheit – und provozieren Gegenreaktionen von Regierungen, die ihrerseits Persönlichkeits- und Menschenrechte wie auch die Demokratie insgesamt einschneidend gefährden können. Kriege und diktatorische Regime, Betrug und Korruption lösen Proteste und öffentliche Entrüstung aus, die oftmals durch Propaganda, parteipolitische Einflussnahme und interessengeleitete Medienaktivitäten geschürt wird. Die angemessenen Handlungsgrenzen des Staates, die Legitimität von Revolution und politischer Gewalt, die ideologischen Gegensätze und Spannungen zwischen Sozialismus, Liberalismus und Kapitalismus, die Herausforderungen, vor die uns Armut, Kriminalität und Rassismus stellen: Solche und andere Mechanismen sind grundlegend für das Verständnis aktueller politischer Debatten und staatlicher Handlungsweisen. Klar und prägnant geschrieben, veranschaulicht 50 Schlüsselideen Politik Vorstellungen und Konzepte, die uns alle betreffen. Ben Dupré wendet sich mit diesem Buch an Leser, die wissen wollen, wie das fortwährende Ringen um Macht die Welt und unseren Alltag prägt.
50 Schlüsselideen Religion
by Peter StanfordEine Entdeckungsreise zu den Religionen der Welt und in die Sphäre von Glauben und SpiritualitätDas gottförmige Vakuum - Heilige Texte - Gut und Böse - Leben und Tod - Die Goldene Regel - Riten und Rituale - Das Leben Jesu - Gott und Mammon - Reformation - Das Papsttum - Schuld und Frauenfeindlichkeit - Der Heilige Geist - Heilige und Sünder - Orthodoxie - Luther und seine Nachfolger - Die Anglikanische Kirche - Die Methodisten - Die Baptisten - Reformierte Kirchen - Sekten und Kultgemeinschaften - Entrückung - Das Jüdischsein - Jüdische Durchgangsriten - Die Kabbala - Antisemitismus - Die Geburt des Islam - Die Säulen des Islam - Sunniten und Schiiten - Das Herz des Islam - Der militante Islam - Die vielen Gesichter des Hinduismus - Anbetung im Hinduismus - Samsara - Der Jainismus - Sikhismus - Buddha und der Bodhi-Baum - Schulen des Buddhismus - Das buddhistische Lebensrad - Konfuzianismus - Konfuzius und die Kommunisten - Der Taoismus - Der Schintoismus - Moderne Glaubensrichtungen - Religion und Naturwissenschaft - Atheismus - Verwalter der Schöpfung - Der gerechte Krieg - Der Missionsdrang - Spiritualität - Die Zukunft der Religion_____Religionen und ihre Rolle in der Welt zu verstehen, erscheint heute – mehr denn je – unverzichtbar. Die Glaubensüberzeugungen von etwa 2 Milliarden Christen, 1,2 Milliarden Muslimen, 800 Millionen Hindus und 700 Millionen Anhängern anderer Religionen beeinflussen den Lauf der Weltgeschichte in vielen Aspekten: Krieg und Frieden, Ethik, Politik, Fortpflanzung, Familie und gesellschaftliche Strukturen über sämtliche Zivilisationen und Kontinente hinweg.50 Schlüsselideen Religion widmet sich den zentralen Fragen der Religion und rückt falsche Vorstellungen über die verschiedenen Glaubenssysteme zurecht.Was ist die „Goldene Regel“ und wie verbindet sie gläubige Menschen? - Welche Rolle spielen Riten und Rituale für den Zusammenhalt der Glaubensgemeinschaften? - Wie kam es zur Spaltung zwischen Katholiken und Protestanten, und was bedeutet dies für uns heute? - Was bedeutet Jüdischsein? - Was trennt Sunniten und Schiiten? - Welche Antworten geben verschiedene religiöse Traditionen auf die ewigen Rätsel von Leben und Tod und auf die Frage, wie man leben soll? - Welche Zukunft hat die Religion?Mit solchen und vielen weiteren Fragen befasst sich der preisgekrönte Autor Peter Stanford in dieser verständlich geschriebenen und lehrreichen Einführung. Das Buch setzt sich zunächst mit den heiligen Texten, dem Prinzip des Göttlichen und dem Problem von Gut und Böse auseinander und beleuchtet dann die verschiedenen Traditionen in Christentum, Islam, Judentum und den vielfältigen asiatischen Religionssystemen. Es wird jeden ansprechen, der eine der wirkmächtigsten und dauerhaftesten Kräfte im Zusammenleben der Menschen besser verstehen möchte._____Weitere Bände der Reihe:50 Schlüsselideen Mathematik (Tony Crilly) - 50 Schlüsselideen Physik (Joanne Baker) - 50 Schlüsselideen Genetik (Mark Henderson) - 50 Schlüsselideen Philosophie (Ben Dupré) - 50 Schlüsselideen Psychologie (Adrian Furnham) - 50 Schlüsselideen Management (Edward Russell-Walling) - 50 Schlüsselideen Wirtschaftswissenschaft (Edmund Conway)
50 Spanish Coffee Breaks: Short activities to improve your Spanish one cup at a time (Coffee Break Series)
by Coffee Break LanguagesTransform your down time into 'do time'.The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 Spanish Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your Spanish by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual -from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte.Organised by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagrams and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner to intermediate adult and young-adult learners and designed to keep you motivated while building your skills in key areas. · Reading comprehension · Writing skills · Grammar confidence · Translation abilities · Vocabulary expansion · Cultural awareness By practising Spanish in a fun and relaxed way in the time you have, you will stay on track to achieve your language-learning aspirations. So, pick up your preferred brew and this practical book, and make learning the most pleasant and productive part of your busy day.The Spanish used in this book includes a variety of sources and contexts including both Peninsular Spanish and Latin American Spanish, making the book a valuable tool for learners of both.For 15 years Coffee Break Languages has helped make it possible for millions of people to learn a language in a way that fits into their everyday life: whether that's while walking the dog, at the gym, or on their coffee break!Teach Yourself has collaborated with Coffee Break Languages to bring their brilliant method to a wider audience by producing their first-ever printed product. All the activities are written by long-time teachers of the language in Coffee Break's characteristically friendly and conversational style. It's the perfect complement to your studies.The activities are levelled for high-beginner to low-intermediate learners: CEFR A2-B1 and ACTFL Intermediate-low/mid
50 Swedish Coffee Breaks: Short activities to improve your Swedish one cup at a time (50 Coffee Breaks Series)
by Coffee Break LanguagesTransform your down time into 'do time'.The most successful language learners create a habit of studying on a regular basis. 50 Swedish Coffee Breaks makes it easy to master a simple routine of improving your Swedish by effortlessly integrating it with your calming daily ritual - from a 5-minute espresso to a 15-minute latte.Organised by 5, 10 and 15 minutes, these 50 varied and lively activities - from anagrams and idiom challenges to recipes and quotations - are created for high-beginner to intermediate adult and young-adult learners and designed to keep you motivated while building your skills in key areas.· Reading comprehension· Writing skills· Grammar confidence· Translation abilities· Vocabulary expansion· Cultural awarenessBy practising Swedish in a fun and relaxed way in the time you have, you will stay on track to achieve your language-learning aspirations. So, pick up your preferred brew and this practical book, and make learning the most pleasant and productive part of your busy day.For 15 years Coffee Break Languages has helped make it possible for millions of people to learn a language in a way that fits into their everyday life: whether that's while walking the dog, at the gym, or on their coffee break!Teach Yourself has collaborated with Coffee Break Languages to bring their brilliant method to a wider audience by producing their first-ever printed product. All the activities are written by long-time teachers of the language in Coffee Break's characteristically friendly and conversational style. It's the perfect complement to your studies.The activities are levelled for high-beginner to low-intermediate learners: CEFR A2-B1 and ACTFL Intermediate-low/mid
50 Years of DNA
by J. Clayton C. DennisCrick and Watson's discovery of the structure of DNA fifty years ago marked one of the great turning points in the history of science. Biology, immunology, medicine and genetics have all been radically transformed in the succeeding half-century, and the double helix has become an icon of our times. This fascinating exploration of a scientific phenomenon provides a lucid and engaging account of the background and context for the discovery, its significance and afterlife, while a series of essays by leading scientists, historians and commentators offers uniquely individual perspectives on DNA and its impact on modern science and society.
500 Beautiful Words You Should Know
by Caroline TaggartCRESTFALLEN at CHICANERY and CIRCUMLOCUTION? Have no TRUCK with TOMFOOLERY and TRUMPERY? Or OMNISCIENT about OBLOQUIES and OPSIMATHS?Whether you’ve answered yes, no or ‘sorry, I didn’t catch that’, 500 Beautiful Words You Should now is for you. It offers words that flow EXQUISITELY off the tongue; words that are just perfect for their meaning, like the lazy-sounding SLOTH and the heavy-footed GALUMPH; words that will make you sound clever, like DEUTERAGONIST and LETHOLOGICA; and words that are just fun to say, like LIQUEFACTION and LUXURIATE.It’ll tell you where they come from, how to use them and whether you’re likely to BAMBOOZLE anyone who’s listening to you. With occasional special features on great words for colours, words from the Classics and words that make you laugh, this is a book to delight BIBLIOPHILES and BLATHERSKITES alike.
500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions: An Annotated Frequency Dictionary
by Liwei Jiao Benjamin Stone500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions is a dictionary of key Chinese proverbs or suyu. Suyu are vivid and colourful expressions widely used in Chinese language. The smooth use of chengyu in Chinese writing and of suyu in spoken Chinese not only makes communication more effective, it is also an indicator of mastery of the language. This dictionary will provide an ideal resource for all intermediate to advanced learners of Chinese. Concise and practical, it draws upon a large corpus of authentic language data to present 500 of the most commonly used Chinese suyu. The suyu are listed and organised according to their frequency, enabling easy and convenient access for the reader. Each proverb listing: is given in both simplified and traditional characters offers an English translation, followed by English equivalents is followed by two examples, written in Chinese, Pinyin and English, plus explanations and usage notes. Examples are given in the form of dialogues reflecting typical situations, and helpful cultural annotations are provided throughout. A Pinyin index, a stroke index and a Chinese word index are presented at the back of the book and accompanying audio is also available for free download at www.routledge.com/9780415501491. Recorded by native speakers and covering the whole range of proverbs, expressions and example sentences featured in the book, this invaluable resource will help students to build up strong comprehension and communication skills. This dictionary is suitable both for class use and independent study and will be of keen interest to students and teachers of Chinese alike.
500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions: An Annotated Frequency Dictionary
by Liwei Jiao Benjamin Stone500 Common Chinese Proverbs and Colloquial Expressions is a dictionary of key Chinese proverbs or suyu. Suyu are vivid and colourful expressions widely used in Chinese language. The smooth use of chengyu in Chinese writing and of suyu in spoken Chinese not only makes communication more effective, it is also an indicator of mastery of the language. This dictionary will provide an ideal resource for all intermediate to advanced learners of Chinese. Concise and practical, it draws upon a large corpus of authentic language data to present 500 of the most commonly used Chinese suyu. The suyu are listed and organised according to their frequency, enabling easy and convenient access for the reader. Each proverb listing: is given in both simplified and traditional characters offers an English translation, followed by English equivalents is followed by two examples, written in Chinese, Pinyin and English, plus explanations and usage notes. Examples are given in the form of dialogues reflecting typical situations, and helpful cultural annotations are provided throughout. A Pinyin index, a stroke index and a Chinese word index are presented at the back of the book and accompanying audio is also available for free download at www.routledge.com/9780415501491. Recorded by native speakers and covering the whole range of proverbs, expressions and example sentences featured in the book, this invaluable resource will help students to build up strong comprehension and communication skills. This dictionary is suitable both for class use and independent study and will be of keen interest to students and teachers of Chinese alike.