Word By Word Basic Picture Dictionary - International (2nd Edition) - Softcover

MOLKINSKY & BLISS

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0131956043 ISBN 13: 9780131956049

Publisher: Pearson Education ESL, 2006

Synopsis

The famous Word by Word Basic Picture Dictionary! This favorite by Stephen Molinsky and Bill Bliss accompanies all levels of the Side by Side all skills ESL series. It is also an excellent stand-alone resource for learners of any language background to master vocabulary using visual and literary clues. Vocabulary separated by categories to improve retention using context. Includes questions to spur discussion and application of vocabulary throughout.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Word by Word Basic Picture Dictionary, Second Edition, by Steven J. Molinsky and Bill Bliss, is the only truly communicative vocabulary development program.  Word by Word Basic is famous worldwide for its ease-of-use, lively spirit, and active conversational approach. The program's unique interactive methodology makes vocabulary learning come alive as a dynamic, communicative experience!

 

Outstanding features of the second edition:

• Vibrant illustrations and simple accessible lesson pages with large type are designed for clarity and ease-of-use with learners at low-beginning and literacy levels. Word by Word Basic is the most learner-friendly picture dictionary.
• More than 2,500 essential words prepare students for success using English in everyday life, in the community, in school, and at work.
• A careful research-based sequence of lessons integrates students’ development of grammar and vocabulary skills through topics that begin with the immediate world of the student and progress to the world at large.
• Expanded discussion questions encourage students to relate vocabulary topics to their own lives, experiences, and opinions.

Innovative supplements provide effective instructional tools for teachers and multilevel options for students:

• The Teacher’s Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM includes lesson-planning suggestions, community tasks, Internet web links, and reproducible masters.
• A Vocabulary Workbook feature motivating vocabulary, grammar, and listening practice (Audio CDs included).
• A Lifeskills Workbook provides standards-based activities and reading tied to major curriculum frameworks.
• A Literacy Workbook offers fundamental practice with the alphabet and basic reading and writing skills for pre-Beginners (Audio CD included).
• The Audio Program includes all words and conversations for interactive practice and — as bonus material — an expanded selection of WordSongs for entertaining vocabulary practice through music.
• Color Transparencies and Vocabulary Game Cards are ideal picture resources for introducing, practicing, and reviewing vocabulary.
• The Testing Program and ExamView CD-ROM provide effective tools for assessment of student progress.
• Bilingual Editions are also available:
  • English/Haitian Kreyol
  • English/Japanese
  • English/Spanish

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson Education ESL
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0131956043
• ISBN 13: 9780131956049
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 272