American Accent Training: Grammar (eBook+Audio)

Title: American Accent Training: Grammar
Author(s): Ann Cook
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
ISBN-10: 0764196510
ISBN-13: 9780764196515
Date: 2009
Pages: 314
Size: 235 Mb
Format: PDF + MP3
Quality: High
Language: American English

This book and audio compact disc program instructs students of English as a second language in the elements of grammar, presenting a grammar review that emphasizes speech and correct pronunciation. The compact discs include spoken dictations for each of the book's ten chapters. Students start by writing out what they hear, and then comparing what they have written with the book's printed version. In the process, they begin learning the elements of grammar, staring with the simple present tense of the verb "to be" and progressing to all other tenses and parts of speech. Students gradually learn how to use English words and pronounce them properly in grammatically correct sentences. [+/-]

Following each chapter's introductory sentence, they are given a brief story. A short test at the end of each chapter helps them determine their learning progress. The dictations start out quite simple and become progressively more difficult from one chapter to the next. The book is filled with charts and illustrations to facilitate students' learning progress.

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Vocabulary Expansion

Title: Vocabulary Expansion
Author(s): Dorothy Rubin
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 0024042455
Date: 2012
Pages: 83
Size: 1.08 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

This book gives you different words that you can use when you are writing or speaking about three important topics - those of communication, emotions and movement. Each section takes a 'core' word that you probably know well and gives you the most useful synonyms for it, as well as related words with a different part of speech. There are also notes that highlight some differences of register, grammar, and collocation. Some of the words are shown together with their opposites, e.g. satisfied and dissatisfied. [+/-]

C O N T E N T S
Words that describe communication
Answer Say Tell
Argue Speak
Ask Talk

Words that describe emotions
Angry Excited Satisfied/dissatisfied
Bored Feeling Shocked
Disappointed Frightened Surprised
Embarrassed Happy Worried/not worried
Enthusiastic/not enthusiastic Sad

Words that describe movement
Arrive Move Travel
Fast Run Walk
Leave Slow

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Grammar Lessons and Strategies that Strengthen Students’ Writing

Title: Grammar Lessons and Strategies that Strengthen Students’ Writing
Level: Grades 4-8
Author(s): Laura Robb
Publisher: Scholastic Professional Books
ISBN: 0439117585
Date: 2001
Pages: 128
Size: 1.18 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Engaging, explicit lessons using mini-excerpts from books and students’ writing show you how to teach grammar strategically. Zero in on the common grammar glitches, and model for students how to use nouns, verbs, and adjectives effectively, catch mismatched pronoun references; make prose lively with clauses and phrases, use the active voice, and more. From learning the parts of speech to the skill of paragraphing, this book covers it, and gives you what you need to teach grammar in the context of reading and writing. For use with Grades 4-8.

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Understanding Morphology, 2nd Edition

Title: Understanding Morphology
Author(s): Martin Haspelmath and Andrea D. Sims
Publisher: Hodder Education
ISBN: 9780340950012
Date: 2010
Pages: 383
Size: 2.5 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

This new edition of Understanding Morphology has been fully revised in line with the latest research. It now includes 'big picture' questions to highlight central themes in morphology, as well as research exercises for each chapter. Understanding Morphology presents an introduction to the study of word structure that starts at the very beginning. Assuming no knowledge of the field of morphology on the part of the reader, the book presents a broad range of morphological phenomena from a wide variety of languages. [+/-]

Starting with the core areas of inflection and derivation, the book presents the interfaces between morphology and syntax and between morphology and phonology. The synchronic study of word structure is covered, as are the phenomena of diachronic change, such as analogy and grammaticalization. Theories are presented clearly in accessible language with the main purpose of shedding light on the data, rather than as a goal in themselves. The authors consistently draw on the best research available, thus utilizing and discussing both functionalist and generative theoretical approaches. Each chapter includes a summary, suggestions for further reading, and exercises. As such this is the ideal book for both beginning students of linguistics, or anyone in a related discipline looking for a first introduction to morphology.

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A Girl Like You by John Locke

Title: A Girl Like You
Author(s): John Locke
Publisher: Smashwords
ISBN: 9781935670490
Date: 2011
Pages: 105
Size: 1.2 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

When Rachel Case goes to the doctor for a routine blood test, scientists are astonished to learn she possesses a gene no one else on earth seems to have—a gene that holds the key to protecting the world from the deadliest pandemic in history. When government operatives kidnap Rachel in order to develop a vaccine, her lover, Donovan Creed, realizes the only way he can find Rachel is to enlist the help of her current husband, Sam.

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The Familiars by Adam Jay Epstein & Andrew Jacobson

Title: The Familiars
Author(s): Adam Jay Epstein & Andrew Jacobson
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 9780062009630
Date: 2010
Pages: 132
Size: 2.2 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Magic isn't just for wizards anymore! Finally off the tough streets, Aldwyn thinks he’s got it made. He just has to convince the other familiars—the know-it-all blue jay Skylar and the friendly tree frog Gilbert—that he’s the telekinetic cat he claims to be. But when Jack and two other wizards in training are captured by a terrible evil, it will take all of Aldwyn’s street smarts, a few good friends, and a nose for adventure to save the day.

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English for Specific Purposes (Resource Book for Teachers)

Title: English for Specific Purposes (Resource Book for Teachers)
Author(s): Keith Harding
Publisher: Ox
ISBN: 9780194425759
Date: 2007
Pages: 179
Size: 42.2 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Gives teachers practical advice for teaching vocational English to any profession. This versatile book helps teachers identify and teach the language areas - such as health and safety, instructions, and customer relations - which are common to the majority of different vocations.

Key features:
• Over 80 generic classroom activities.
• Needs analysis helps teachers design a course that covers what students need for their working environment.
• Adaptable activities are transferable across different vocations.
• Suitable for teachers, teacher trainers, and new teachers.

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Reading for Every Child: Phonemic Awareness, Grades K-1

Title: Reading for Every Child: Phonemic Awareness, Grades K-1
Level: Grades K-1
Author(s): Anne L. Steele
Publisher: Frank Schaffer
ISBN: 9780742419575
Date: 2005
Pages: 82
Size: 2.70 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Based on national standards, No Child Left Behind legislation, and founded on the latest research, every teacher will be provided with instructional explanations and stimulating activities to facilitate and encourage life-long readers. Teacher tips help students auditorally recognize and identify phonemes.

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Reading for Every Child: Phonics, Grade K

Title: Reading for Every Child: Phonics, Grade K
Level: Grade K
Author(s): Linda Armstrong
Publisher: Frank Schaffer
ISBN: 9780742420601
Date: 2005
Pages: 82
Size: 3.74 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Based on national standards, No Child Left Behind legislation, and founded on the latest research, every teacher will be provided with instructional explanations and stimulating activities to facilitate and encourage life-long readers.
Students develop phonics skills by concentrating on beginning and ending sounds, blends, and vowel combinations. Reproducible.

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Reading for Every Child: Fluency, Grade K

Title: Reading for Every Child: Fluency, Grade K
Level: Grade K
Author(s): Anne Vander Woude
Publisher: Frank Schaffer
ISBN: 9780742420502
Date: 2005
Pages: 82
Size: 1.8 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: British American English

Drawing from nationally recognized research in fluency, Reading for Every Child: Fluency gives you the tools you need to develop fluent readers in your classroom. Incorporating a wide variety of techniques, including partner reading, repeated reading, choral reading, and readers’ theaters, this book will keep your students motivated as they make that all-important bridge between word recognition and comprehension. Activities provide opportunities for listening and reading out loud to encourage students to read with confidence and appropriate rhythm and paceing.

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It's True! Crime Doesn't Pay

Title: It's True! Crime Doesn't Pay
Author(s): Beverley MacDonald
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 174114275X
Date: 2004
Pages: 96
Size: 2.05 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: English

This history of criminals and how to catch them is full of crazy but true stuff. From torch-bearing vigilantes to hi-tech crime scene investigators, this book joins thief-trackers in action. It journeys back to the time when a crook had to be caught red-handed to be proven guilty, to the present and how we use science to solve crimes. Even so, mysteries remain, like the Shocking Shark Arm Murder.

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The Christmas Bus by Melody Carlson

Title: The Christmas Bus
Level: Grades K-3
Author(s): Melody Carlson
Publisher: Fleming H. Revell
ISBN: 0800718798
Date: 2006
Pages: 93
Size: 1.26 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

The people of Christmas Valley always celebrate Christmas to the fullest extent. The mayor plays Santa, every business is holiday themed, and there's a nativity for the kids each Christmas Eve. This town knows Christmas. But this year nothing goes according to plan. Shepherd's Inn is full of strangers, Mad Myrtle is causing problems, and a young couple with a baby due any minute rolls in to the middle of town in their Partridge Family-style bus. It's hardly the holiday Christmas Valley wanted--but it may be just what they need. This charming novella is sure to become a new Christmas tradition for readers who love a great holiday story.

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It's True! You Eat Poison Every Day

Title: It's True! You Eat Poison Every Day
Author(s): Peter Macinnis
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 1741146267
Date: 2006
Pages: 96
Size: 4.09 MB
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: English

Psst! It's true! This is the best book on POISONS you'll ever read! There's poison in pips, harm in herbs and definitely death in dyes. Poison is everywhere! Read about toxic wallpaper that killed even bedbugs. Find out why buns were bad for bun-buyers and how a poison might cure cancer. Bone up on murder mysteries, including the one about glow-in-the-dark soup. But don't tell anyone how much you know, or they might lock you up. WARNING contains toxic tales and putrid potions DO NOT SWALLOW

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Christmas: Its Origin and Associations

Title: Christmas: Its Origin and Associations
Author(s): W. F. Dawson
Republished: GALE Research Company
ISBN: N/A
Date: N/A
Pages: 329
Size: 10.06 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

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A Christmas Promise by Thomas Kinkade and Katherine Spencer

Title: A Christmas Promise
Author(s): Thomas Kinkade and Katherine Spencer
Publisher: Berkley Publishing
ISBN: 0786561734
Date: 2005
Pages: 303
Size: 2.09 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

James Cameron, a minister who runs a mission in Central America, has decided to spend the holidays in Cape Light. But when his car collides with another car, a hint of trouble befalls this close-knit community. No one is hurt, but out-of-towner Leigh Baxter is forced to stay in town until her car is fixed. What she doesn't expect, however, is that the charm of this beautiful seaside hamlet and its citizens will soon win her over-and that she will fall in love with James, who has so generously welcomed her into his life.

But will James accept Leigh in his heart once her dark secrets come to light? In the meantime, Jessica and Sam Morgan's relationship is put to the test. More than anything else this Christmas, they want a baby to call their own. But soon they'll discover that life's most precious gifts often come in unexpected packages.

Join the entire town of Cape Light for a Christmas to remember.

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Christmas, Ideology and Popular Culture

Title: Christmas, Ideology and Popular Culture
Author(s): Sheila Whiteley
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
ISBN: 9780748628094
Date: 2008
Pages: 233
Size: 1.78 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: English

How do we understand Christmas? What does it mean? This book is a lively introduction to the study of popular culture through one central case study. It explores the cultural, social and historical contexts of Christmas in the UK, USA and Australia, covering such topics as fiction, film, television, art, newspapers and magazines, war, popular music and carols. Chapters explore the ways in which the production of meaning is mediated by the social and cultural activities surrounding Christmas (watching Christmas films, television, listening or engaging with popular music and carols), its relationship to a set of basic values (the idealised construct of the family), social relationships (community), and the ways in which ideological discourses are used and mobilised, not least in times of conflict, terrorism and war. [+/-]

Packed with examples ranging from Charles Dickens' seminal text, A Christmas Carol, Coca-colonisation and Santa Claus, Victorian cartoons and Christmas cards, to Dr Who, The Office, 'A Fairy Tale of New York', 'Happy Christmas (War is Over)', and such dystopian films as Jingle All the Way and All I Want For Christmas, the case studies offer an incisive account of the ways in which Christmas relates to social change, and how such recent events as 9/11 and the continuing conflict in Iraq focus attention on traditional themes of community and family. Christmas, Ideology and Popular Culture offers students and scholars alike an opportunity to explore the hidden agendas of the world's most popular festival and what it means to the outsider looking in.

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Christmas Recipes (Cookbook)

Title: Christmas Recipes (Cookbook)
Author(s): Various
Publisher: Sify Food
ISBN: N/A
Date: N/A
Pages: 56
Size: 1.29 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: English

Christmas Recipes:
Turkey Fry
Chicken Curry
Chicken Masala
Turkey Biryani
Potato Dumplings
Baked Seafood Au Gratin
Lamb Pepper Steak
Potato & Mushroom Gratin
Fish Molee
Cheese Cookies
Fudgy Brownie Cookies
Microwave Chocolate Cake
Carrot Cake
Date-nut Fruit Cake
Christmas Cake [+/-]

Luscious Apple Pie
Bebinca
Sweet Potato Pone
Christmas Fudge
Cheese Soup
Meatballs
Christmas Eggnog
Neoris
Kulkuls
Rum Doughnuts
Nankaties
Crab Salad
Pineapple Wine
Lemon Cheesecake
Christmas Fruitcake
Strawberry Pie
Sugar Cookie
Christmas Pudding Truffles
X-mas Porridge
Crispy Cheese Rolls
Rosemary Roast Potatoes
Almond Fried Fish
Nutty Top Chocolate Cake
Date Filled Cookies
Apricot Bars
Christmas Pudding
Fruit Cake
Goan Bibinca
Kul Kul
Carrot Cake
Chocolate Spread
Banana Salad
Christmas Salad
Christmassy Sponge
Walnut Crunchies
Chocolate Goodie
Party Sandwich
Chocolate-cheese Balls

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50 Activities for Coaching/Mentoring

Title: 50 Activities for Coaching/Mentoring
Level: All
Author(s): Donna Berry, Charles Cadwell and Joe Fehrmann
Publisher: HRD Press
ISBN: 0874252180
Date: 1993
Pages: 299
Size: 1.35 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

The 50 activities in this resource book have been tested with hundreds of participants to ensure their appropriateness and effectiveness for a variety of diversity training needs. Employees at all levels will be stimulated by interactively learning about cultural and gender differences, and mastering new skills for communicating more effectively in our diverse workplaces. Each activity is ready to use and includes trainer's notes and all necessary handouts and overhead transparency masters. They each take between 15 and 45 minutes to complete.

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Essential Survival Skills

Title: Essential Survival Skills: Key tips and techniques for the great outdoors
Author(s): Bob Bridle
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 0756659981
Date: 2011
Pages: 177
Size: 14.3 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Perfect for all ages and skill levels, the Essential Skills series is at-a-glance reference packed with instant-access, easy-to-understand tips to help you improve your game, your technique, and your creativity.

Remember, no matter how good your survival equipment, or how extensive your knowledge and skills, never underestimate the power of nature. If things aren’t going as planned, never hesitate to stop and reassess your situation and priorities, and never be afraid to turn back and try again later—the challenge will always be there tomorrow. Finally, you must always remember that the most effective method of dealing with a survival situation is to avoid getting into it in the first place. [+/-]

Essential Survival Skills is a step-by-step guide to surviving and thriving in the wilderness. Whether you are hiking or camping, learn everything you need to know to build a shelter, apply first aid, and treat various types of insect bites. The book progresses from the very basics for beginners, through all the elements essential to becoming adept at wilderness survival.

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The Teachers' Animation Toolkit

Title: The Teachers' Animation Toolkit
Author(s): Britta Pollmüller and Martin Sercombe
Publisher: Continuum
ISBN: 9781441131072
Date: 2011
Pages: 181
Size: 1.68 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: British English

This toolkit, together with an extensive companion website, will give you the confidence to use animation in your classroom. From teaching basic flip book animation right through to producing an animated film, there are drawing templates for the less confident teacher artists and tried-and-tested schemes of work, plus advice on how to use animation equipment and what technology and software is available. This practical, cross-curricular resource is particularly suitable for use with students aged 11-16, although many of the activities can be adapted for older or younger students. It can be used in Art, Media Studies, ICT and many other subjects to engage learners of all styles and abilities.

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