Language Learning Materials

Languages learning titles include but are not limited to the following languages: ASL, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese (Mandarin), and English for non-native English speakers. Note: for foreign languages lots of titles are from the children's section

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Whatever your reason for learning the richly expressive language of American Sign Language (ASL), this book will guide you through the initial stages of your signing journey. It's filled with everything you need to master more than 800 essential vocabulary words, including detailed directions that make it simple to develop your ASL skills.
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"The unique feature of this dictionary is that it is organized by handshape rather than by alphabetical order. An American Sign Language learner can look up an unfamiliar sign by looking for the handshape rather than by looking up the word in an alphabetical English glossary. At the same time, an English speaker can look up a sign for a specific word by looking at the Index of English Glossaries located at the end of the dictionary. The introduction...
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Features more than 2,000 common words in subject areas that are relevant to children, like school, friends, pets, and sports. Each word is accompanied by a photo, encouraging visual learning, and also the correct pronunciation, breaking the words down.
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"Each sign illustration, including depictions of fingerspelling when appropriate, incorporates a complete list of English synonyms. A full, alphabetized English index enables users to cross-reference words and signs throughout the entire volume. The comprehensive introduction lays the groundwork for learning ASL by explaining in plain language the workings of ASL syntax and structure. [The book] also offers examples of idioms and describes the antecedents...
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"Perfect for students studying Chinese, this newly updated bilingual dictionary features comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of essential current vocabulary"--
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Joining Merriam-Webster's best-selling line of bilingual dictionaries. 28,000 headwords, 38,000 references and 55,500 translations. Developed in cooperation with Collins Publishers; c. Harper Collins Publishers Ltd 2010.
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