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French First Year, second edition by Gail Stein & Eli Blume is designed to give students a comprehensive review and understanding of the elements taught in level-one French along with a wealth of varied practice and an overview of the culture of France and la francophine- French as it is spoken and used around the world. Thoroughly revised and updated, the Second Edition is designed to incorporate and reflect the national Standards for Foreign Languages Learning in the 21st Century. Some features of this book are: Parts One, Two, and Three are organized around related grammatical topics. Each chapter is complete in itself for use in any order in accordance with the needs of the students and deals fully with a grammatical topic. Clear and consise explanations of structures are provided with many examples and a great variety of exercises; Part Four provides a comprehensive review of synnonyms and antonyms, and vocabulary presented thematically; Written in English, Part Five offers an upd

Purpose: To develop reading skill and build vocabulary through an interesting and original mystery story in authentic French contexts. The book can be read by students who have completed a first-level course in French. Story material holds the student reader in suspense from beginning to end. Provides cultural information about Paris, the Louvre, and the Mona Lisa. Uses conversational indicative tenses. Carefully controlled vocabulary, with maximum use of cognates and words that students normally learn in the first year. Marginal glosses define unusual expressions. Wide range of exercises for practice in all skills. Paperback, 6" x 9", 138 pages

GRAMMAR IN PRACTICE - 3 PART SERIES. IT'S THE STRESS-FREE WAY TO LEARN WRITING AND SPEAKING SKILLS! *ALL THE BASICS OF GRAMMAR YOUR STUDENTS NEED TO SUCCEED. *CONCISE, VARIED LESSONS MAKE LEARNING ENGAGING AND FUN. *PERFECT PREPARATION FOR THE SAT, THE ACT, AND STATE TESTS. FOUNDATION: ISBN: 56765-133-X - R 017 W THE FIRST BOOK IN THE SERIES AND FOCUSES ON THE PARTS OF SPEECH, GRAMMAR RULES, PUNCTUATION, CAPITALIZATION, AND SPELLING.

Purpose: To give students a comprehensive review and thorough understanding of the elements of the Spanish language, highlights of Hispanic culture, and many varied exercises to help students master each phase of the work. The book is designed to prepare students for various types of comprehensive examinations. Topical organization into parts and chapters for maximum flexibility of use by teachers and students. Each grammatical chapter devoted to one major grammatical topic or several closely related ones. Clear and concise explanations of structures with many examples. In-depth treatment of special grammatical elements. Exercises of great variety and learning techniques following directly points of grammar to which they apply, providing both communicative and written practice. Directions in Spanish. Practical vocabulary recycled throughout the book. Overview of Spanish and Spanish American civilization: language, geography, history, life-style, science, literature, music, art, and architecture. Mastery exercises in each chapter. Materials for practice and testing in speaking, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and writing. Appendix of complete verb tables, rules of Spanish punctuation, and syllabication. Comprehensive grammatical index for ease of reference. Softbound Workbook, 73/4" x 101/4", 534 pages

Purpose: To provide a comprehensive review and thorough understanding of the elements of the French language and culture. Thoroughly revised and updated, this edition is designed to strengthen students' skills and prepare them for various types of comprehensive examinations in proficiency and achievement. Topical organization into parts and chapters for maximum flexibility of use. Each grammatical chapter devoted to one major grammatical topic or several closely related ones. Clear and concise explanations of structures accompanied by copious examples. In-depth treatment of special grammatical elements, including special uses of verbs, expressions with prepositions, comparative and superlative expressions, and fractions and multiple numbers. Exercises of great variety and learning techniques following directly points of grammar to which they apply, providing both communicative and written practice. Directions in French. Practical vocabulary recycled throughout the book. Narrative overview of French civilization: language; geography; history; agriculture, industry, commerce; life-style, literature; art; music; science. Mastery exercises in each chapter. Materials for practice and testing in speaking, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and writing. Appendix of complete verb tables, rules of French punctuation, and syllabication. Comprehensive grammatical index for ease of reference. Review Text, Softbound, 6" x 9", 480 pages.