Larousse Active Dictionary for Beginners -- Spanish (Spanish Edition) [Hardcover]

Maria Elena Buria (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 15, 2001 | Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

Filled with fun, engaging characters and opportunities for spontaneous interaction this unique book-and-CD package offers beginners an enjoyable and effective introduction to basic Spanish and English.The lively and colorful spreads follow familiar themes in a day in the life of a family, while interactive puzzles, quizzes and activities thoughout the book encourage the novice to apply newly learned language skills. The melodic, hip soundtrack CD encourages repetition and reinforces the vocabulary, found in each section. Learning a language has never been so easy and this much fun. Special Features: Pronunciation guide. 40 page thematic dictionary section. 20 page bilingual dictionary section. Completely Bilingual. Includes Activities Poster and song lyrics. Pedagogically sound. 55-Minute Audio CD includes: Over 300 essential words pronounced in Spanish and English. 6 Spanish songs. 6 English songs. Music by former Rolling Stones producer, Steve Lamberg.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Maria Elena Buria is Early Childhood Coordinator at Barry University in Miami.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: Larousse Bilingual/French (April 15, 2001)
• Language: Spanish
• ISBN-10: 2035401704
• ISBN-13: 978-2035401700
• Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,956,574 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Developmentally Appropriate Dictionary, April 29, 2001

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Amanda Fumero (Miami, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Larousse Active Dictionary for Beginners -- Spanish (Spanish Edition) (Hardcover)

This dictionary is a wonderful resource for children ages 8-10 years old who want to learn English/Spanish. The vocabulary is introduced through 16 scenes, 6 songs, and 1 poster and is arranged to provide optimal learning. The scenes follow a logical progression and take the form of an ordinary day in the life of a child. Each scene pertains to a specific time of the day and all the vocabulary introduced in that scene is relevant to a specific topic. For example, scene one occurs at 6 o'clock in the morning and the vocabulary that is introduced pertains to the morning. This dictionary is also wonderfully illustrated. Each scene is appealing and attractive utilizing bright colors and detailed artwork. Children will surely enjoy looking at the scenes, which will increase the likelihood of them learning the vocabulary. All the vocabulary in the book is reinforced through a series of activities provided at the end of each section. These activities have many formats in which children will not get bored and tiresome.

The Larousse Active Dictionary for Beginners is a wonderful resource for parents, teachers, and children alike.

5.0 out of 5 stars an attractive and useful book, April 18, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Larousse Active Dictionary for Beginners -- Spanish (Spanish Edition) (Hardcover)

the pedagogy is efficient and the progression clearly stated. the illustrations are appealing to every kid. the poster is worth to sit on the wall, colorful and full of life. the songs style is awesome.