Sin fronteras


Book Description

Sin fronteras: Inclusive Spanish Grammar Guidebook is the first ever Spanish language text to teach non-binary and gender-neutral language. It is an invaluable resource for intermediate and advanced learners that offers concise explanations and exercises for the major clausal structures, tenses, and moods. Along with including non-binary and gender-neutral language, the volume also incorporates the voseo, or the use of vos as a second-person singular pronoun that is common in many Latin American countries. This book expands the scope of traditional grammar instruction by including tasks such as reading, writing, discussions, and independent research in order to support the development of the competencies necessary to thrive in the increasingly interconnected and diverse world. Sin fronteras is suitable for independent study or for supplemental use in conversation classes, classes for heritage speakers, classes with focus on the professions (e.g., medical Spanish, Spanish for business), and literature classes.




En tu medio


Book Description

En tu medio is a new program for intermediate Spanish that includes interactive and multimedia content, online tools and resources, and authentic short films to provide a contemporary and appealing learning experience. The course is designed to complement any course format, whether it be face-to-face, a hybrid/blended learning environment, or an online class. The course uses a task-based, student-friendly approach to build from the introductory level toward a higher-level proficiency. Each of 10 sequential course sections offers meaningful activities designed to motivate students and positively reinforce successful communication through pair and group interaction, negotiation of meaning, and the completion of real-world tasks within an engaging thematic and cultural context.




Spanish Made High School Simple


Book Description

This book was written by an experienced high school Spanish teacher who believes that the best way to teach a foreign language is in a simple, well-organized fashion. He believes that this approach works as well for adults as it does for teenagers, and thus the book you have before you now! This book is suitable for beginners as well as students at the intermediate to advanced levels. It contains basic to advanced grammar and basic vocabulary as well as useful conversational phrases. It also presents verb forms in more than one visual format which makes it more accomodating to different learning styles, especially to visual learners. All of the grammar is explained in English and there are English definitions and equivalents for all the Spanish words and phrases.




I Wrote a Book about You


Book Description

I wrote a book about you. (No, really. I did. Youre holding it.)




Spanish Grammar For Dummies


Book Description

The tools you need to master Spanish grammar Spanish Grammar For Dummies is a logical extension and complement to the successful language learning books, Spanish For Dummies and 500 Spanish Verb For Dummies. In plain English, it teaches you the grammatical rules of the Spanish language, including parts of speech, sentence construction, pronouns, adjectives, punctuation, stress and verb tenses, and moods. Throughout the book, you get plenty of practice opportunities to help you on your goal of mastering Spanish grammar. Grasp the grammatical rules of Spanish Benefit from plenty of practice opportunities throughout the book Use the Spanish language confidently and correctly Whether you're a student studying Spanish or a professional looking to get ahead of the pack by learning a second language, Spanish Grammar For Dummies is your hands-on guide to quickly and painlessly master the written aspect of this popular language.




Exacto!


Book Description

¡Exacto! is a student-friendly Spanish grammar aimed at intermediate-level learners and idea both for use in the classroom and as an invaluable reference for self-study. Tables and charts allow the learner to navigate easily and to view explanations, examples of usage any exceptions to the rule at one glance. Authentic quotations from Spanish and Latin American media and literature illustrate grammar in context while varied, graded practice exercises with answer keys enable learners to review their progress. The authors, all experienced teachers from the Open University, are adept at conveying complex ideas through clear explanations and examples, and at writing exercises that truly promote and consolidate learning. This makes ¡Exacto! ideal for learners with little knowledge through to advanced level.




Speed Up Your Spanish


Book Description

Speed Up Your Spanish identifies and classifies the common errors frequently made by students of Spanish. By explaining why these errors are made, the book enables students to learn from their mistakes and enhance their understanding and mastery of the Spanish language.




U.S. Army Special Forces Language Visual Training Materials - SPANISH - Plus Web-Based Program and Chapter Audio Downloads


Book Description

Now included at the end of the book is a link for a web-based program, PDFs and MP3 sound files for each chapter. Over 2,100 pages ... Developed by I Corps Foreign Language Training Center Fort Lewis, WA For the Special Operations Forces Language Office United States Special Operations Command LANGUAGE TRAINING The ability to speak a foreign language is a core unconventional warfare skill and is being incorporated throughout all phases of the qualification course. The students will receive their language assignment after the selection phase where they will receive a language starter kit that allows them to begin language training while waiting to return to Fort Bragg for Phase II. The 3rd Bn, 1st SWTG (A) is responsible for all language training at the USAJFKSWCS. The Special Operations Language Training (SOLT) is primarily a performance-oriented language course. Students are trained in one of ten core languages with enduring regional application and must show proficiency in speaking, listening and reading. A student receives language training throughout the Pipeline. In Phase IV, students attend an 8 or 14 week language blitz depending upon the language they are slotted in. The general purpose of the course is to provide each student with the ability to communicate in a foreign language. For successful completion of the course, the student must achieve at least a 1/1/1 or higher on the Defense Language Proficiency Test in two of the three graded areas; speaking, listening and reading. Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Lesson 1 People and Geography Lesson 2 Living and Working Lesson 3 Numbers, Dates, and Time Lesson 4 Daily Activities Lesson 5 Meeting the Family Lesson 6 Around Town Lesson 7 Shopping Lesson 8 Eating Out Lesson 9 Customs, and Courtesies in the Home Lesson 10 Around the House Lesson 11 Weather and Climate Lesson 12 Personal Appearance Lesson 13 Transportation Lesson 14 Travel Lesson 15 At School Lesson 16 Recreation and Leisure Lesson 17 Health and the Human Body Lesson 18 Political and International Topics in the News Lesson 19 The Military Lesson 20 Holidays and Traditions




Spanish Piggyback Songs


Book Description

"Easy songs with Spanish phrases sung to childhood favorites"--Cover




Piggyback Songs - Seasons & Holidays, Grades Toddler - K


Book Description

Created from previously-published material in the existing Piggyback Songs Series, this title features songs that focus on events and activities young children experience on a daily basis. Also features common early-childhood themes such as animals, transportation, family, and friends.