Books with author Kristine K. Kershul

Traveling to Japan? Then learning the language is at the top of your list and "JAPANESE in 10 minutes a day" is the best way to prepare for your trip! This complete program combines the ever-popular "JAPANESE in 10 minutes a day" Book with interactive software—it's the perfect blend of education and entertainment. Computer activities such as interactive Sticky Labels, Flash Cards and games add a playful twist to learning the language. With your new skills, you'll be able to shop the Ginza, see the sights and make reservations—all in Japanese! Now you're ready for the trip of a lifetime! Perfect for students, international executives and inspired travelers wishing to participate in this rich and ancient culture. The “10 minutes a day” Program: The “10 minutes a day” proven methodology guarantees success—all you have to do is set aside 10 minutes and you’ll be on your way. Why 10 minutes a day? Because 10 minutes is doable, it fits easily into your life and it’s not overwhelming. The program is created so that you can work at your own pace. You set the pace and you decide when you’re ready to move to the next Step. The book is purposely designed to look like a child’s workbook—it’s not intimidating or overwhelming. Instead, it’s approachable and engaging for everyone at any age. The book covers material equivalent to more than a year of high school Japanese or the 1st quarter of Japanese at university. The vocabulary hones in on key essential words that you’ll actually use when traveling. You’ll learn Key Question Words so you can ask for what you need; money and numbers so you can shop and pay bills; directions so you can get to your destination smoothly, and so much more that will make your experience abroad enjoyable. Study aids and fun activities such as word games, puzzles and interactive modules are academically designed and strategically interwoven into the program to help you succeed. Contents include: The 132-page illustrated workbook: Use the book to guide you, step-by-step, through learning and speaking Japanese. Full color throughout: Visually engages you and is conducive to learning quickly. Digital download of “10 minutes a day” language learning software: Use the interactive modules to hear the words, practice and play, track your score and have fun! (PC and Mac friendly) 150 Sticky Labels (both in the book and for your computer): Place the Sticky Labels around the house and office to learn new words without any extra time or effort. Use the interactive Sticky Labels module on your computer to hear the words, review, keep track of your score and improve. Ready-made Flash Cards (both in the book and for your computer): Take the ready-made flash cards with you and review your vocabulary on the go. Use the interactive Flash Card module on your computer to hear the words, practice and test yourself. R&#333maji is used throughout the book. Cut-out Menu Guide: Practice at your local restaurant and take it on your trip. Pronunciation Guide: With the Guide and simple phonetics above each Japanese word, it’s easy for native English speakers to begin speaking Japanese with the correct pronunciation. Over 300 "Free Words:" Sounding similar to their English counterparts, these Japanese words take no extra effort to add to your vocabulary. Glossary of over 2,000 new words, definitions, and pronunciation: So you can quickly look up a Japanese word, its pronunciation and definition.

A trip to China is magical, especially when you can speak the language. So before you visit the Great Wall, take the first step here. This book with its new digital download is a complete and fun, hands-on language learning experience. Useful study tools, fun interactive computer games and easy-to-use English phonetics make learning Chinese effortless and enjoyable. And with a focus on practical words and phrases, you’ll be able to order a meal, shop for those incredible bargains and find your way around town, with absolute ease. Spend just “10 minutes a day” with this program and you’ll be speaking Chinese in no time!The “10 minutes a day” Program:The “10 minutes a day” proven methodology guarantees success―all you have to do is set aside 10 minutes and you’ll be on your way. Why 10 minutes a day? Because 10 minutes is doable, it fits easily into your life and it’s not overwhelming. The program is created so that you can work at your own pace. You set the pace and you decide when you’re ready to move to the next Step.The book is purposely designed to look like a child’s workbook―it’s not intimidating or overwhelming. Instead, it’s approachable and engaging for everyone at any age. The book covers material equivalent to more than a year of high school Chinese or the 1st quarter of Chinese at university. The vocabulary hones in on key essential words that you’ll actually use when traveling. You’ll learn Key Question Words so you can ask for what you need; money and numbers so you can shop and pay bills; directions so you can get to your destination smoothly, and so much more that will make your experience abroad enjoyable. Study aids and fun activities such as word games, puzzles and interactive modules are academically designed and strategically interwoven into the program to help you succeed.Contents include:The 132-page illustrated workbook: Use the book to guide you, step-by-step, through learning and speaking Mandarin Chinese.Full color throughout: Visually engages you and is conducive to learning quickly. Digital download of “10 minutes a day” language learning software: Use the interactive modules to hear the words, practice and play, track your score and have fun! (PC and Mac friendly)150 Sticky Labels (both in the book and for your computer): Place the Sticky Labels around the house and office to learn new words without any extra time or effort. Use the interactive Sticky Labels module on your computer to hear the words, review, keep track of your score and improve.Ready-made Flash Cards (both in the book and for your computer): Take the ready-made flash cards with you and review your vocabulary on the go. Use the interactive Flash Card module on your computer to hear the words, practice and test yourself.Cut-out Menu Guide: Practice at your local restaurant and take it on your trip.Pronunciation Guide: With the Guide and simple phonetics above each Chinese word, it’s easy for native English speakers to begin speaking Chinese with the correct pronunciation.Glossary of over 2,000 new words, definitions, and pronunciation: So you can quickly look up a Chinese word, its pronunciation and definition. -- Kershul

Learning Italian has never been this easy! This complete language learning kit includes the 10 minutes a day® audio CDs, the book and the interactive CD-ROM. ITALIAN in 10 minutes a day® AUDIO CDs 8 hours of audio instruction with personal tutors to guide you through each step Easy to use on their own or with the 10 minutes a day® book ITALIAN in 10 minutes a day® Book 132-page illustrated workbook 150 Sticky Labels, Flash Cards, Cut-out Menu Guide, Pronunciation Guide ITALIAN in 10 minutes a day® CD-ROM See and hear the words as you play with them on your computer Interactive Sticky Labels, Flash Cards, Colors and Numbers PC and Mac friendly The 10 minutes a day® program provides step-by-step personalized instruction—introducing a new word and practicing it with you. You’ll learn the building blocks of the language so you may expand your conversational ability for any situation and enhance your travel experiences abroad. The focus is on success, practicality and fun!

RUSSIAN in 10 minutes a day® Book132-page illustrated workbookFull color throughoutOrganized in 25 easy steps, by essential categories150 Sticky Labels for home and officeReady-made Flash CardsCut-out Menu GuidePronunciation GuideOver 300 Free WordsGlossary of over 2,000 new words, definitions and pronunciationRUSSIAN in 10 minutes a day® CD-ROMIncluded with the 10 minutes a day® BookSpecial language learning software features interactive Sticky Labels, Flash Cards, Colors and NumbersSee and hear the words as you play with them on your computer screenPC and Mac friendlyRUSSIAN in 10 minutes a day® is a complete, hands-on language learning experience! Interactive computer Sticky Labels, Flash Cards and special activities add a fun new twist and you ll learn faster than ever! Whether you re exploring St. Petersburg, marveling at the architecture in Moscow, or taking a journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway, all your language needs are covered. This book/CD-ROM combo has everything you ll need for your adventures in Russia!

The book walks you through your language in 23 easy steps. Almost automatically you will acquire a large working vocabulary that will suit your needs. As you work through the steps, use the sticky labels (included). At the back of the book, you will also find cut-out flash cards to make learning fun. When you have completed the book, cut out the menu at the back and take it along on your trip.

Learning German has never been this easy! This complete language learning kit includes the "10 minutes a day" audio CDs, the "10 minutes a day" book and the interactive software. GERMAN in 10 minutes a day AUDIO CD8 hours of audio instruction with personal tutors to guide you through each stepEasy to use on their own or with the 10 minutes a day bookGERMAN in 10 minutes a day Book132-page illustrated workbook150 Sticky Labels, Flash Cards, Cut-out Menu Guide, Pronunciation GuideGERMAN in 10 minutes a day softwareSee and hear the words as you play with them on your computerInteractive Sticky Labels, Flash Cards, Colors and NumbersPC and Mac friendlyThe 10 minutes a day program provides step-by-step personalized instruction - introducing a new word and practicing it with you. You'll learn the building blocks of the language so you may expand your conversational ability for any situation and enhance your travel experiences abroad. The focus is on success, practicality and fun!

CHINESE in 10 minutes a day® Book132-page illustrated workbookFull color throughoutOrganized in 25 easy steps, by essential categories150 Sticky Labels for home and officeReady-made Flash CardsCut-out Menu GuidePronunciation GuideOver 300 Free WordsGlossary of over 2,000 new words, definitions and pronunciationCHINESE in 10 minutes a day® CD-ROMIncluded with the 10 minutes a day® BookSpecial language learning software features interactive Sticky Labels, Flash Cards, Colors and NumbersSee and hear the words as you play with them on your computer screenPC and Mac friendlyA trip to China is magical, especially when you can speak the language. Before you visit the Great Wall, take the first step here. This book and interactive CD-ROM combo is a complete, and fun, hands-on language learning experience. Useful study tools, fun interactive games and easy-to-use English phonetics make learning Chinese effortless and enjoyable. And with a focus on practical words and phrases, you ll be able to order a meal, shop for those incredible bargains and find your way around town, with absolute ease! Spend just 10 minutes a day® with this program and you ll be speaking Chinese in no time!