Teach Me Italian (Paperback and Audio Cassette): A Musical Journey Through the Day [Audio Cassette]

Judy Mahoney (Author, Creator)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1996 | Series: Teach Me Tapes

This title is suitable for ages 2 to 12 years. It includes a 45-minute cassette and 20-page colouring book that includes all lyrics and translations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The most innovative preliminary foreign language introductory course for children that we have ever seen."

Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Teach Me Tapes (1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0934633576
• ISBN-13: 978-0934633574
• Product Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,671,623 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #13 in Books > Books on Cassette > Languages > Italian
  • #20 in Books > Books on Cassette > Children's Books > Music
  • #37 in Books > Books on Cassette > Children's Books > Languages

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable nursery rhyme style story and songbook, February 5, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Teach Me Italian (Paperback and Audio Cassette): A Musical Journey Through the Day (Audio Cassette)

This was the perfect introduction to Italian for my one year old. With a simple story of one girls day, numbers 1 - 10, the days of the week, and other basic vocabulary are introduced in a format that is completely entertaining. Childrens songs are sung in both English and Italian with a companion coloring book. At 18 months of age this was my son's favorite cassette to listen to in the morning.

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!, October 3, 2005

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Detra Fitch (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Teach Me Italian (Paperback and Audio CD): A Musical Journey Through the Day (Audio CD)

This says it is for ages 2-12. However, I do not care how old you are. I'm in my thirties and I am loving this thing! I always wanted to learn some Italian, French, Chinese, German, and Spanish. Oh, not fluently. Just so I can say that I know "some". Thanks to this, I can now sing in Italian. It does not matter if you want to learn a little bit, "some", or become fluent. This small work/coloring book and CD combination is the perfect way to begin.

Now, about those children aged 2-12 years ... Let us say you live in America and have kids. They are going to learn English in school. However, you are proud of your family heritage and want your kids to learn that language too. Then I am here to tell you that you have GOT to give this a try!

This "Teach Me" book teaches Italian in a way kids can enjoy, through song and coloring. There are twenty children's songs on the CD. Between songs a young child speaks in Italian. Every single uttered word is in the book, so you can follow along. If you do not recognize a tune, then look in the back of the book. Everything is translated to English for you. Turn the CD on and let your kids color in the work book. Each page is made with children in mind and they beg to be colored. Here is a tip for you, make copies of the pages. This way your children may color to their hearts' content. It is also perfect for home schooling.

Here are just a few of the songs you will hear on the CD:

Are You Sleeping?

Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes

The Wheels on the Car

Alphabet

Oh! Susanna

Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars don't buy it!, June 21, 2007

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Italian Mom (Madison. WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Teach Me Italian (Paperback and Audio Cassette): A Musical Journey Through the Day (Audio Cassette)

I agree with Lorena from Milan. I am Italian as well and if you want your kid to learn Italian in the right way, especially pronunciation, stay away from this book. The leading singer has a very strong accent that makes it hard for me at times to understand what she is singing (and I am a NATIVE Italian and I teach Italian in the US so I am used to bad accents...)
Also, the songs are translated in a way that does not match the music, so when I listen to it, it gives me the chills. You can find much more authentic material around done and sang by real Italians!!