Games 4 Education

Murder Mystery Party - A Murder on the Grill

2011-02-01T02:02:00.000-08:00

Murder Mystery Party - A Murder on the Grill
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Rock & Roll is here to stay until Tom Dooley is iced over his hot grill. Everyone's a suspect when murder is on the menu. Just invite 6 to 8 of your friends to dress up and play the roles of the devious suspects, serve up a meal or light snack, and you're ready for some drop dead fun! Comes with a complete party planner, invitations, costume and menu suggestions, clues and more! Mystery dinner party game for 6 to 8 players.

Murder Mystery Party - A Murder on the Grill

University Games Murder Mystery Party Game - Murder at Mardi Gras

2011-02-01T02:01:00.000-08:00

University Games Murder Mystery Party Game - Murder at Mardi Gras
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Pierre dupre king of krew was found strangled by mardi gras beads. Everyone must remove their masquerade masks and solve the mystery. Comes complete with recipes party planner and invitations for 8. Chocking hazard - contains small parts - not for children under 3.

University Games Murder Mystery Party Game - Murder at Mardi Gras

221B Baker Street Mystery Game

2011-02-01T02:00:00.001-08:00

221B Baker Street Mystery Game
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A favorite for nearly 25 years, this game is a mystery classic. Enjoy 20 original Sherlock Holmes adventures, written especially for this game by mystery writers. In this game, each player dons the symbolic hat and pipe to assume the identity of the famous detective and see whose deductive powers are the best. Travel the streets of London on the gameboard, picking up clues as you go. Once you

221B Baker Street Mystery Game

Murder Mystery Party - Pasta, Passion and Pistols

2011-02-01T02:00:00.000-08:00

Murder Mystery Party - Pasta, Passion and Pistols
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Pepi Roni served up a mean plate of pasta until someone did him in. Now there's big trouble in Little Italy. Comes with a complete party planner, invitations, costume and menu suggestions, clues and more! Mystery dinner party game for 6 to 8 players.

Murder Mystery Party - Pasta, Passion and Pistols

Murder Mystery Party - A Taste for Wine and Murder

2011-02-01T01:59:00.000-08:00

Murder Mystery Party - A Taste for Wine and Murder
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This annual wine-tasting festival is in full swing when the body of local vineyard owner, Barry Underwood, is found hidden beneath his wine cellar. Comes with a complete party planner, invitations, costume and menu suggestions, clues and more! Mystery dinner party game for 6 to 8 players.

Murder Mystery Party - A Taste for Wine and Murder

LEGO Agents Speedboat Rescue

2010-12-31T08:12:00.000-08:00

LEGO Agents Speedboat Rescue
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Agent Trace has been captured by Dr. Inferno's henchman Break Jaw? and he's about to feed her to his laser-guided cyborg sharks! As a LEGO Agent, it's your mission to save Trace with the help of your gadget-loaded super-spy speedboat. Detach the mini-sub and take Break Jaw by surprise! 340 pieces.

LEGO Agents Speedboat Rescue

Ty Tiptop Giraffe

2010-12-31T08:06:00.000-08:00

Ty Tiptop Giraffe
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We love giraffes and this one is perfect for our baby girl. She loves to chew on his antlers. We've washed it in the washing machine multiple times and he comes out of the dryer looking and feeling brand new. No loose fabric or parts that could choke a newborn (once you remove the TY tag). When this one wears out, if it ever does, we would definitely buy again.

Ty Tiptop Giraffe

Taggies Soft Plush Animal, Pink Giraffe

2010-12-31T08:05:00.000-08:00

Taggies Soft Plush Animal, Pink Giraffe
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Mary Meyer Baby is the exclusive source for Taggies plush toys. Taggies plush features an adaptation of the Taggies blanket with looped ribbon tags. This adorable & very huggable Giraffe holds custom printed fleece blanket. Great for nursery decor. Baby safe, embroidered face detail. Supper soft, custom printed fleece that is baby safe with embroidered details. 12" Tall.

Taggies Soft Plush Animal, Pink Giraffe

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether

2010-12-31T08:04:00.000-08:00

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether
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My 5 month old daughter LOVES her Sophie the Giraffe toy! This toy is absolutely wonderful in every way. Sophie is made of soft rubber and makes a pleasant-sounding squeak whenever any part of her body is squeezed, so even a young baby can elicit a reaction from the toy with minimal effort.

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether

Cloud B Gentle Giraffe Sound Machine with Four Soothing Sounds

2010-12-31T08:03:00.000-08:00

Cloud B Gentle Giraffe Sound Machine with Four Soothing Sounds
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I loved this when I saw it in a local maternity shop and registered for it. So much cuter than the sheep, I think. When we received it as a gift I couldn't believe how soft and adorable it is. The jungle sounds are different from most baby toys, and the womb sound is a bit creepy, but our little colicky baby is definitely soothed by the white noise(rainfall) sound.

Cloud B Gentle Giraffe Sound Machine with Four Soothing Sounds

Baby Gund Dog "Spunky" Comfy Cozy - Blue

2010-11-30T02:09:00.000-08:00

Baby Gund Dog "Spunky" Comfy Cozy - Blue

Baby Gund

$26.99

This is a great product! I bought it for my daughter's second birtday and she loves it. It is sooooo soft. She just loves to snuggle with it. I would recommend this for any kid who loves animals and snuggling.

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Gund Baby 15" Spunky Huggybuddy - Beige

2010-11-30T02:08:00.001-08:00

Gund Baby 15" Spunky Huggybuddy - Beige

Gund

$19.80

Gund Spunky Huggybuddy The Gund Spunky Huggybuddy is a 15 inch full body blanket in the shape of a puppy with full satin underside. Spunky Huggybuddy will be baby's first cuddly friend for naptime or anytime.

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Aurora Plush 12" Mimi, Aurora Babies Toy Maltese

2010-11-30T02:08:00.000-08:00

Aurora Plush 12" Mimi, Aurora Babies Toy Maltese

Aurora

$10.00

Aurora World is a premier manufacturer of gift plush, stuffed animals and soft toys. For 25 years, Aurora has brought you the latest trends and styles in the newest and softest fabrics. Whether you are young, or young at heart, you will love the soft and cuddly feel of Aurora's wonderful products. Give them as gifts to someone special for any occasion!

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Baby Gund Dog Spunky Plush Toy, Blue

2010-11-30T02:07:00.000-08:00

Baby Gund Dog Spunky Plush Toy, Blue

Baby Gund

$15.49

Baby Gund Spunky - Medium With big floppy ears and a signature spot around its eye, the Baby Gund Spunky Dog is a plush best friend your child will love. This absolutely adorable 10" dog is available in blue, pink, and light brown. Its eyes are embroidered for your baby's safety. Order the Baby Gund Spunky - Medium today!

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Manhattan Toy Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat - Large

2010-11-30T02:03:00.000-08:00

Manhattan Toy Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat - Large

Manhattan Toy Company

$29.00

I am a 47-year-old woman who still has the heart of a child. I absolutely love anything Dr. Seuss, but especially The Cat in the Hat. I searched Ebay and other sites and found suffed Cat in Hats but none matched the quality of this one. Fantastic buy - high-quality - GREAT FIND - HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

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Aurora Plush 12" Pumpkin, Aurora Babies Honey Color Persian Kitten

2010-11-15T04:26:00.000-08:00

Aurora Plush 12" Pumpkin, Aurora Babies Honey Color Persian Kitten
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Aurora Plush Persian Kitten. Aurora World is a premier manufacturer of gift plush, stuffed animals and soft toys. For 25 years, Aurora has brought you the latest trends and styles in the newest and softest fabrics. Whether you are young, or young at heart, you will love the soft and cuddly feel of Aurora's wonderful products. Give them as gifts to someone special for any occasion!

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Ty Classic Cobbler Cat in Orange and White

2010-11-15T04:25:00.001-08:00

Ty Classic Cobbler Cat in Orange and White
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Cobbler is the perfect feline. It is soft and cuddly. Make sure you make enough time to cuddle up with this 13” orange and white kitty. Look for the familiar heart-shaped tag that means you’ve purchased an authentic Ty product. This is handmade with the finest quality standards in the industry.

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Nursing Nina Cat

2010-11-15T04:25:00.000-08:00

Nursing Nina Cat
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Children will adore this unique soft toy that helps celebrate the joys of caring for little ones. Kittens attach to their mother with magnets, but can also scamper off for their own adventures.

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Manhattan Baby Soft Activity Book, "Find the Bear"

2010-11-15T04:23:00.000-08:00

Manhattan Baby Soft Activity Book, "Find the Bear"
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A love of books is essential to a child's development. Engage them early with the Find the BearTM soft activity book. Adventure waits on every page as your child explores everywhere from the depths of the ocean to outer space and places in between on a quest to find where the Bear is. Bold, bright pages, simple sound effects, and peek-a-boo play will entertain and stimulate your child's senses.

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Kids Preferred Baby Kira Doll

2010-11-15T04:21:00.000-08:00

Kids Preferred Baby Kira Doll
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Meet Kira, she wants to be your baby's first doll! Kira is a super soft doll and is wearing a plush dress and hat in pink with blue, purple and yellow flower embroidery. She makes a great first toy for your little girl and is baby safe with embroidered eyes and mouth. Stands 11" tall.

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Buy Cheap North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Brunette Discount Review Shop

2010-10-30T01:06:00.000-07:00

Buy Cheap North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Brunette Discount Review Shop

Buy Cheap North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Brunette Discount Review Shop
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Santa brought this for my daughter this year (she's 1 1/2) and it was by far her favorite gift, and remains her favorite doll. The fabric is soft, and unbelievably-cute details (like her outie belly button, tuft of hair, cloth diaper, hospital name bracelet, butt cheeks!) are perfect. This is a perfect first doll. (Other than the ribbon in her hair, I can't imagine what could be a choking hazard). I plan to give this doll as a gift many times.

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Buy Cheap North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Tan Boy Discount Review Shop

2010-10-30T01:05:00.000-07:00

Buy Cheap North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Tan Boy Discount Review Shop

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The Rosy Cheeks Brunette boy doll in blue stripes by North American Bear features Super soft velour, embroidered facial features, ID bracelet for personalization and removable cotton jersey knit wrap top. Soft fleece diaper with Velcro closures for added play value. Adorable outie belly bottom and lifelike bottom enhances baby doll charm. Suitable for embroidered personalization. A wonderful gift idea to help an older sibling welcome a new baby home!

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Buy Cheap 500 Flash Cards of American Sign Language Boxed Set Discount Review Shop

2010-10-30T01:03:00.000-07:00

Buy Cheap 500 Flash Cards of American Sign Language Boxed Set Discount Review Shop

Buy Cheap 500 Flash Cards of American Sign Language Boxed Set Discount Review Shop
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In 500 Flash Cards of American Sign Language close up color photos show a model signing words in ASL Correct formation of hand shapes is emphasized to eliminate confusion and enable the reader to communicate more effectively Where needed photos include directional arrows to indicate proper hand or arm movements For added clarification the backs of the flash cards contain descriptions of hand and arm motions as well as cross references to related words and synonyms This boxed set is great for use by ASL students of any age and ability level Each flash card is hole punched and a metal ring is provided allowing readers to group related signs together practice forming sentences or separate words that they have difficulty signing for further review Box set measures 5 High x 5 Wide x 3 5 Deep About the Author Geoffrey S Poor is Associate Professor Department of Sign Language and Interpreting Education at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester NY Product dimensions imperial 5 inch H x 5 inch L x 3 5 inch W Product dimensions metric 127 00 mm H x 127 00 mm L x 88 90 mm W

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Buy Cheap Smethport Mind Your Manners Language Cards Discount Review Shop

2010-10-30T01:02:00.000-07:00

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These Manners Cards are a must for character education teaching. 40 different illustrated cards, depicting proper and improper manners, help children learn to distinguish between correct and incorrect behavior at an early age. Each card shows an improper manner on one side for kids and adults to discuss, with the correct behavior show on the reverse side. Large, colorful 6"L x 5.5"W cards make them perfect for small group activities.

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Buy Cheap The Language Builder Discount Review Shop

2010-10-30T01:00:00.000-07:00

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An absolute essential for home and center based programs, this set was created by a parent and a therapist both personally experienced in the program needs of Applied Behavioral Analysis. This set of 350 vivid, beautifully photographed noun cards is an invaluable tool for teaching key language concepts to children with autism or other speech and language delays. The set includes images in nine basic categories: Animals, Foods, Vehicles, Furniture, Clothing, Toys, Everyday Objects, Shapes and Colors. Stage One is comprised of 105 cards that present two identical images on non-distracting white backgrounds. These basic cards foster matching, labeling and categorization skills. The remaining cards round out Stage Two, which presents the images in their natural settings, enabling children to conceptualize and generalize. In addition to fostering receptive and expressive language, these cards are also ideal for higher learning, including functions, story telling and more. On the back of each card is an easy to use system for tracking your child?s progress, including a list of possible program uses, with the date that each is introduced and mastered. Each set includes 57 foods, 39 animals, 27 vehicles, 31 clothing items, 24 furniture items, 39 familiar toys, 15 basic stages sets, 13 colors with duplicates, 12 shapes with duplicates and 83 additional objects familiar to your child. Each card is 3 1/2" by 5".

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Smethport Photo Language Cards Nouns

2010-10-08T14:51:00.000-07:00

Smethport Photo Language Cards Nouns
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Our Language Cards are great teaching tools to help kids build early language skills. They increase vocabulary, promote language development and strengthen communications skills. An activity guide with each set offers lots of ideas, games and activities to make learning fun.

Smethport Photo Language Cards Nouns

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Smethport Photo Language Cards Nouns

2010-10-08T14:48:00.001-07:00

Smethport Photo Language Cards Nouns
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3 years & up. Easily recognizable everyday objects found around the home are depicted on 40 large, 6" x 5 1/2" cards. A good tool for expanding vocabulary and classifying skills. Includes a storage box and activity guide.

Smethport Photo Language Cards Nouns

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Language Builder: Emotion Cards

2010-10-08T14:48:00.000-07:00

Language Builder: Emotion Cards
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Product Description This is the newest addition to the popular Language Builder Series, depicting facial expressions and emotion provoking scenarios with men and women of various ages and ethnicities. This 80-Card set will help students identify and discuss different feelings and emotions. Half of the images are against a plain background, showing only the upper body and face, and clearly depicting a single emotion.

The remaining cards show people in real situations and activities with natural settings and contexts, inviting discussion about a range of emotions, why the people may feel that way, and possible responses to these feelings. For the convenience of the instructor, the back of each card is numbered, provides a label for the featured image, and lists suggested activities for which the card is targeted. An included activity booklet provides more detailed instruction ideas. Each hi-gloss card is 3 ½" x 5" and fits seamlessly into the rest of the Language Builder Program.

Language Builder: Emotion Cards

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Photographic Learning Cards - Nouns, Verbs and Adjectives (275 cards)

2010-10-08T14:47:00.001-07:00

Photographic Learning Cards - Nouns, Verbs and Adjectives (275 cards)
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Large, full-color photographs are excellent language development tools for Speech-Language therapies, ESL programs, or other language interventions. Includes teacher resource cards filled with instruction suggestions, activity ideas, word lists in English, Spanish and French, and a sturdy storage box. Use to develop expressive and receptive language skills, stimulate conversation, support augmentative communication, build literacy skills, increase vocabulary, and more! Includes 275 photo cards of Nouns, Verbs and Adjectives.

Photographic Learning Cards - Nouns, Verbs and Adjectives (275 cards)

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Language Builder Photo Cards - Picture Nouns

2010-10-08T14:47:00.000-07:00

Language Builder Photo Cards - Picture Nouns
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This set of 350 cards is designed to teach receptive and expressive language, matching identical and similar cards, and sorting by category. The cards are divided into ten subjects with the word, activities, and a tracking system for the child's progress on the back.

Language Builder Photo Cards - Picture Nouns

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The Language Builder

2010-09-19T12:37:00.000-07:00

The Language Builder
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This set is expensive but worth the value for children with Autism or delayed speakers. It includes several categories for learning. The first is the object with a white background and then it builds to objects in a natural setting and then similar objects so your child can learn variety. There is also a section for shapes and color as well as matching items. My autistic son is 2 and is just learning to speak and these have been a wonderful tool to motivate his speech. This product is crucial to implementing Applied Behavior Anyalysis.

The Language Builder

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Smethport Photo Language Cards Go Togethers

2010-09-19T12:36:00.001-07:00

Smethport Photo Language Cards Go Togethers
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This set includes 20 pairs (40 cards, 6" x 5 1/2") of related objects designed to help children develop an awareness of relationships, build vocabulary, and strengthen communication skills. Storage box and activity guide.

Smethport Photo Language Cards Go Togethers

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Photographic Learning Cards - Early Learning Skills (227 cards)

2010-09-19T12:36:00.000-07:00

Photographic Learning Cards - Early Learning Skills (227 cards)
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This is a great product! This was recommended to me by a behavior therapist and I am very happy with these cards. My son who has autism loves looking at all of the pictures and he stays focused on these cards better than he has with others. The pictures are of real objects and not just drawings.This has been a great educational tool in our home.

Photographic Learning Cards - Early Learning Skills (227 cards)

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Smethport Photo Language Cards Opposites

2010-09-19T12:35:00.000-07:00

Smethport Photo Language Cards Opposites
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Includes 20 opposite pairs (40 cards total) for 10 different common antonyms. Each antonym is shown in two different contexts to help a child understand different situations. Large, colorful 6"L x 5.5"W cards make them perfect for small group activities.

Smethport Photo Language Cards Opposites

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Smethport Photo Language Cards Categories

2010-09-19T12:34:00.000-07:00

Smethport Photo Language Cards Categories
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Our Language Cards are great teaching tools to help kids build early language skills. They increase vocabulary, promote language development and strengthen communications skills. An activity guide with each set offers lots of ideas, games and activities to make learning f

Smethport Photo Language Cards Categories

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Calico Giraffe -- baby soft toy

2010-08-20T01:55:00.000-07:00

Calico Giraffe -- baby soft toy
Buy new: $6.60
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Made of soft cotton in different patterns
great for small hands to grab
measures 8"x4"x2"

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North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Blonde

2010-08-20T01:53:00.000-07:00

North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Blonde
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Rosy Cheeks Baby is 15" tall and made of soft velour with embroidered facial features, removable cotton jersey knit top, and fleece diaper. Adorable "outie" belly button and lifelike bottom enhances baby doll charm. Toy Tips Trusted and Creative Child Magazine awards. Outfits and accessories available separately.

Buy new: $19.87 North American Bear Company Rosy Cheeks Baby Blonde

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Gund Dog Spunky Plush Toy, Light Brown

2010-08-20T01:52:00.000-07:00

Gund Dog Spunky Plush Toy, Light Brown
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Baby Gund Spunky - Medium With big floppy ears and a signature spot around its eye, the Baby Gund Spunky Dog is a plush best friend your child will love. This absolutely adorable 10" dog is available in blue, pink, and light brown. Its eyes are embroidered for your baby's safety. Order the Baby Gund Spunky - Medium today!

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Aurora Plush 12" Teo, Aurora Babies White Tiger Cub

2010-08-20T01:50:00.000-07:00

Aurora Plush 12" Teo, Aurora Babies White Tiger Cub
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Aurora Plush White Tiger Cub. Aurora World is a premier manufacturer of gift plush, stuffed animals and soft toys. For 25 years, Aurora has brought you the latest trends and styles in the newest and softest fabrics. Whether you are young, or young at heart, you will love the soft and cuddly feel of Aurora's wonderful products. Give them as gifts to someone special for any occasion!

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Smethport Photo Language Cards Actions

2010-08-20T01:49:00.000-07:00

Smethport Photo Language Cards Actions
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Our Language Cards are great teaching tools to help kids build early language skills. They increase vocabulary, promote language development and strengthen communications skills. An activity guide with each set offers lots of ideas, games and activities to make learning fun.

Buy new: $12.14 Smethport Photo Language Cards Actions

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Smethport Mind Your Manners Language Cards

2010-08-09T03:08:00.001-07:00

Smethport Mind Your Manners Language Cards
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These Manners Cards are a must for character education teaching. 40 different illustrated cards, depicting proper and improper manners, help children learn to distinguish between correct and incorrect behavior at an early age. Each card shows an improper manner on one side for kids and adults to discuss, with the correct behavior show on the reverse side. Large, colorful 6"L x 5.5"W cards make them perfect for small group activities.
Buy new: $12.99 Smethport Mind Your Manners Language Cards

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Moco Babies Sign Language Flash Cards

2010-08-09T03:08:00.000-07:00

Moco Babies Sign Language Flash Cards
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Mocobabies flash cards are an incredibly fun way forboth baby and adult to play and learn. The set of 35 flash cards include babys first signs as well as other food, animal and around the house signs. The illustrations are fun and attention grabbing for baby while the signs are clearly explained through easy-tounderstand graphics and simple captions for adult. Mocobabies flash cards are laminated with rounded corners so they are safe for babys little hands and virtually droolproof! Our unique boldly coloured retro inspired tin packaging creates a striking display!
Buy new: $28.95 Moco Babies Sign Language Flash Cards

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Smethport Photo Language Cards Actions

2010-08-09T03:07:00.000-07:00

Smethport Photo Language Cards Actions
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976 Features: -Actions language cards. -Help kids develop an understanding of action verbs in addition to increasing their vocabulary. -Quality tin storage box. -40 cards and activity guide. -Full color photographs or illustrations. -Great for special needs children. -Ages 3 and up. Specifications: -Overall dimensions: 6'' H x 6'' W x 1'' D. -Cards dimensions: 6'' W x 5.5'' D.
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Ring Flash Cards Spanish/English

2010-08-09T03:06:00.000-07:00

Ring Flash Cards Spanish/English
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Children enjoy Sarah Wilkins' illustrations while learning 26 nouns in English or Spanish with Mudpuppy's Basic Words Spanish-English on-the-go ring flash cards. Use as flash cards, practice sorting by color or type, or separate and hang as decorations in a playroom or classroom.
Buy new: $10.64 Ring Flash Cards Spanish/English

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Animal ABC's Ring Flash Cards

2010-08-09T03:05:00.000-07:00

Animal ABC's Ring Flash Cards
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Children and adults enjoy Clare Beaton's fun illustrations while practicing their ABCs with Mudpuppy's on-the-go Animal ABCs Ring Flash Cards. Use as flash cards, practice sorting by color or type, or separate and hang as decorations in a playroom or classroom. Tip for adults: Each letter of the alphabet is paired with an animal and the back of the cards show the upper- and lowercase letters, as well as other words that start with the featured letter. Ask the child to find a certain letter, or put the cards into alphabetical order. These Animal ABCs Alphabet flash cards were created in association with Barefoot Books.
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eeBoo French Flash Cards

2010-08-09T03:04:00.000-07:00

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I had the great fortune of parents who made sure I learned three other languages as a kid. They started very early with me and I distinctly remember them making their own flashcards. It's too bad that they didn't have access to these beautiful, affordable, and very easy to use flashcards to aid them! Now, as a parent, teacher, and a nanny, I work hard to teach my kids the basics of French and Spanish, and I stumbled across these. They have been well worth the price and they were highly affordable. Best of all, my kids that I teach love the cards and enjoy using them too. I would recommend them to both the beginner and the advanced speaker as they embark on teaching others.
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TESOL teachers enjoy a sociable career while teaching English

2008-04-01T18:18:00.000-07:00

TESOL is an acronym for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This is an internationally recognized qualification that enables you to be an English language educator in countries where the native language is not English.
The main purpose of this diploma is to equip you, as a teacher, with the principal approaches to teaching and learning the English language. At the end of this course, you will have the necessary tools for teaching English to people who speak different languages, and you will learn to apply different teaching techniques based on different student needs and profiles. - Header
TEFL and TESOL
The acronyms TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) can often be confusing. Both terms are used interchangeably and effectively mean the same thing. In both cases, the aim is teaching English to those whose first language is not English, worldwide.
A TESOL Qualification adds to your worth
Most countries consider a TESOL certification a pre-requisite to securing a job as a teacher in the English language. The TESOL training program familiarizes you with systematic lesson plans, effective classroom management and efficient teaching techniques. Your fundamental knowledge of the language and grammar skills is further strengthened before facing a classroom of learners.The program brings out your best teaching skills, and the training imparted gives you hands on teaching experience.There is a great demand worldwide for TESOL teachers and this opens a whole new vista of career opportunities.
Teaching Prospects after TESOL
Although the requirements for TESOL teachers vary from location to location, the general opportunities for you as a TESOL teacher could be any of the following:
If you are a new TESOL teacher, a private language school, where children and adults attend English classes (usually conversational), would be the best environment to kick start your career.
Primary Schools, High Schools, Colleges & Universities around the world need qualified English teaching professionals, and a TESOL certificate will add weight to your resume.
You may have the fortune to teach one or two-hour lessons once or twice a week in businesses.
Private Tutoring entails one-to-one interaction with your student and is also very lucrative once you have successfully set up a group of students. - Body
The icing on the cake is that you can travel and see the world while you earn. The countries that you can visit and teach English with your TESOL qualification include Japan, Vietnam, South Korea , China, Hong Kong, Thailand and Taiwan in Asia; Turkey, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, Poland in Europe; and Chile, Peru, Brazil and Argentina in South America, amongst others.
Other TESOL Advantages
As a TESOL teacher, you will be able to avail continuous guidance, support and information long after you graduate from your course. You have unrestricted access to worldwide job databases, recruitment services, discussion forums and country guides. Internet chat rooms allow you to interact with the teaching fraternity, and share views and seek guidance. You also have access to a vast pool of resources and dynamic lesson ideas that you can download and use in the classroom. - Footer
Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Nia

Teaching English Tips to Stay in Control of a Large Class

2008-03-30T22:23:00.000-07:00

Teaching English with games is becoming standard through out ESL classrooms of the world. And this is good news, because children love to learn through games, and become much more motivated students as a result. However games often make children excited, and if you have a large class you need a few things up your sleeve to bring the class into line immediately if things get a little over-heated.
Here are some tips and ideas to help you contain your pupils’ enthusiasm and manage your large class. There are three sections. Essential basics, useful tips, and attention grabbers.
1. Some essential basics to manage a large class
Together with your pupils define the rules in the first lesson, and post them on the classroom wall for reference. Knowing WHY a rule is in place makes it easier to keep. You must establish the rules on day one and stick to them!
Be consistent in applying your rules. If you are arbitrary about how you dish out your rewards or ’consequences’, or punishments you will undermine the rules themselves.
Praise good behavior to generate love and self-esteem. Whatever you do, avoid being like so many parents who spend their whole time telling their children, "don’t do this", and "don’t do that". By focusing on the positive in order to draw more attention to it you apply the universal law of "you attract what you focus on"
If you are working in a school know the law and rules of your institution before you go into the classroom for the first time, and work in harmony with the school.
Start out strict and fair - and stay that way! Being strict is not about looking stern and being bossy. It is about making sure the rules are kept, in a firm but fair way. You can still be a really fun, loving teacher and be strict with your class at the same time.
2. Useful Tips
Don’t break your own rules by raising your voice to be heard. Instead talk quietly or stop and wait. Your class should know that for every minute you are kept waiting they will receive extra English homework, or whatever consequence you have designated.
Children love the sound of their own name more than anything else. So use an individual’s name for praise and avoid using it when telling someone off.
Create teams and deduct or reward behavior points to a team’s score during a game. Your class will respond naturally by using peer pressure to keep the naughty children from misbehaving.
Empower your children with choices. For example, ask a naughty child, "Do you want me to speak to your Dad?" By asking a question you give the child the power to choose, whereas if you use a threat such as, "I’ll call your Dad if you don’t behave", you take the initiative away and seem tyrannical.
You can also say things like, "you can either play the game properly or you can sit in the corner". The child will probably choose to play the game properly, and you make them responsible for their behaviour.
Prevention is better than cure, so try giving boisterous children an important task BEFORE they start to play up. They may respond well to the responsibility.
It is important, especially with a large class, to hand things out quickly or use a system to have this done, such as giving the well-behaved children the task as a reward. Sing a song together or do some counting or a quick game to occupy the class while materials are handed out.
Play a mystery game and, before you start your fun game say that during the activity you will be watching the whole class for 3 well-behaved children who will be rewarded.
Only play games where you know you can keep a handle on the situation. For example there is no point playing a boisterous game with a lot of movement if you have more than around 20 children. With large classes, including classes of up to 60 children, you need special games where the children have limited movement - such as standing up or making gestures but while remaining in their seats. You can sign up to receive free games in the resource box below, and some of the free games given out are suitable for very large classes.
Attention grabbers
Start an English song the children know and love – they will all join in with you and at the end you’ll have their attention.
Clap out a pattern which the class must clap back, or start a rhyme they know with actions.
Use quiet cues such as heads down or lights off. Vary these with other fun quiet cues such as "Give me five".1--on your bottom, legs crossed; 2--hands folded in your lap; 3--face the speaker; 4--eyes and ears open; 5--mouths closed.
You teach this repeatedly in the first lessons and after a few weeks, you only have to say "Give me five:1,2,3,4,5", and the children will do it.
You can also use the Magic 1 2 3 idea. When a child does not comply start counting 1, 2,…The child knows that if you get to 3 there will be some sort of consequence, such as missing out on the next game. If you use this and you reach 3, you must follow through with an appropriate consequence consistently.
To summarise, establish the rules and consequences for good and bad behavior, apply them consistently, set a good example, use peer pressure and points, and use attention grabbing cues such as favorite songs, English rhymes with actions and countdowns. Above all play suitable games where you know you can keep in control of your class.
You can be firm and fun at the same time, and if you cannot manage your class, you should realize that, although it sounds harsh to say it, you are wasting their time.
Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Shelley Vernon

Can you learn Spanish without a formal education?

2008-03-26T03:02:00.000-07:00

A question I get quite a lot is "Can I really learn a language properly without going to formal classes?". And it is a fair question. Traditional thinking would suggest that in order to learn something like a language, you must go to school-like classes. And before the internet became so wide spread, I would have agreed to a certain extent. These days though, you can learn a language just using your computer and a little nouse.
One thing that has improved is the amount of high quality books and audio products that are available these days. Wander into any bookstore and you will be amazed with the amount and quality of what’s available. As far as books goes, I really only recommend a dictionary and perhaps a phrase book. They are tools that complement other things, I don’t really think learning 100% from a book is that effective.
What I do think is very effective is using the combination of software and audio programs. Not only do you learn what you would learn in a book, but you actually get to experience the language. Hearing and speaking the language you are learning is so much more effective than just reading it in a book and imagining it in your head. And in recent times, the quality has just risen and risen. There are some that are definitely better than others (You can see the best ones at my site) and products for all budgets. For a full review of what I think are the best 3 products, you’ll have to visit my site.
Something else thats able to take your language learning to the next level is Myspace. In the "olden days", people would often grab a penpal from overseas and send letters back and forth. But this wasn’t very effective for learning a new language. These days, with the invention of the internet and the rise of Myspace, meeting native speakers for language learning is a real possibility. All you need to do is create your own profile in Myspace, which is free, then look for speakers of your language of choice that also speak English. And considering there are over 100 million users worldwide, it is not hard to do this at all. It’s just a matter of sending a message to possible partners and within days I guarantee you will have more than enough people willing to help you out. And this isn’t a one way street. You can also help them improve their English, which is great fun as well.
While I may be a bit biased here, I also think that content based internet sites can be very beneficial. It’s not just my site either, there are tons of high quality sites out there, offering you all sorts of learning benefits. These sites are especially helpful if you don’t have the funds to purchase one of the software/audio products. Most of the time, they really can get you through.
So, next time someone asks me if they really need to go to classes to learn a language, instead of listing all the reasons why not, I’m simply going to send them this article.
Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Anthony Dwyer

Spanish Love: Spanish Poets and Their Spanish Poems

2008-03-24T09:01:00.000-07:00

Love and its attendant passions has been the favorite subject of Spanish poetry since the time of the troubadours, medieval poets who earned their keep by singing for the people at the village square or for the nobility during royal gatherings at the palace. Composers in their own right, these court poets sang about courtly love and the bittersweet pain of unattained love for an idealized woman using the jarchas, a form of love song that was actually poetry written in very short stanzas.

It is important in the study of Spanish love poems to differentiate between poems that originated from countries outside of Spain including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Mexico, Nicaragua, Peru, The Philippines, Puerto Rico, The United States, Uruguay and Venezuela which were written in Spanish but whose authors were not from Spain. All these poets and their respective poems have contributed in some way to the development of Spanish Poetry as a genre because they all wrote their work in Spanish albeit in the form of Spanish common to their country of origin. Although some of them wrote patriotic poems about their motherland, most of them utilized images of love to depict the sorrow of a country that has lost its freedom.

Some of these well-known Spanish poets and their popular poems are:

Carlos Alberto Garcia – Amor
Que soy
Quisiera
Yo te conozco
Olvidarte
Nestor Oscar Morris – Quiero decirte algo
Pienso solo en ti
Jorge E. Diaz Leyton – Tu
Manuel M. Mendez – Pertenencia

Focusing attention on Spanish poets who trace their origins to Spain, however; poets who lived, loved and wrote their best work within the Spanish Peninsula or the so-called ‘Poetas de Espa?a’, we come up with a list of illustrious writers whose works contributed to the development of Spanish Literature as it is today.

* Rafael Alberti - La Amante
* Vicente Aleixandre ( Nobel Laureate 1977) – Destruction of Love
* D?maso Alonso – Hijos de la Ira
* Gustavo Adolfo B?cquer – Rimas y leyendas
* Saint John of the Cross - Dark Night of the Soul
* Luis Cernuda - La realidad y el deseo
* Francisco Domene - Arrabal?as
* Le?n Felipe – Drop a Star
* Federico Garc?a Lorca - Sonetos del amor oscuro
* Luis de G?ngora - Soledades
* Jorge Guill?n - C?ntico
* Miguel Hern?ndez - Nanas de cebolla
* Santa Teresa de Jes?s - Laughter Came From Every Brick
* Juan Ram?n Jim?nez (Nobel Laureate 1956) – La Poetica
* Antonio Machado - Nuevas canciones
* Jorge Manrique - Coplas por la muerte de su padre
* Emilio Prados - Veinte poemas en verso
* Francisco de Quevedo - Flores de poetas ilustres
* Ana Rossetti – Where is My Man
* Pedro Salinas - Ayer Te Bes? en los Labios
* Garcilaso de la Vega - Hora de Nuestra Se?ora
* Lope de Vega - La Arcadia
* Esteban Manuel de Villegas - Las Er?ticas
* Leopoldo Mar?a Panero – Dedicatoria

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Philip Nicosia

Selecting The Best Language School For Your Needs

2008-03-23T08:01:00.000-07:00

Some people decide to work abroad, some decide to study abroad, some just want to learn a foreign language, or just need to brush up on their current skills. There are any number of reasons that people what to learn a second language.

When it comes to choosing a school, the choices can be overwhelming. Here a few things to consider before you select a Language School.

School Reputation:
There’s no better way to judge a school than by its past successes. Any reputable school will be able to refer you to previous students that were happy with their service. If a school can’t supply a list of testimonials, you have to ask yourself, why not?

Class size:
Class size is definitely one of the most important considerations in choosing a language school. As with any type of education, people tend to learn quicker in small groups. Look for a school that will specify a maximum class size. Individual attention quickly disappears in classes of more than 10 – 12 students.

One on One Instruction:
Whilst one on one tuition can work very well for intense periods of revision or to work on a specific area of weakness. In a general learning situation, especially with beginners, students tend to learn quicker when mixed with students on roughly the same level.

Small Group Classes:
In small groups of say, six to eight students, each student gets the benefit of learning from each others triumphs and failures. Plus the chances of getting individual attention when it may be required are much improved. Smaller groups tend to bond better, and assist each other to a much higher degree than happens in larger groups.

As in any other learning situation, repetition and reinforcement are the tried and tested methods that bring the fastest results. In small groups each student benefits from the opportunity to interact with others in the group more regularly than they would have the opportunity to in a larger group.

Private Tuition
Private tuition can be advantageous where a student has a particular problem such as with syntax, grammar or structure, that would benefit from some personal one on one attention. Another instance where private classes would help are when an advanced student needs some intensive coaching in a particular area, eg. in relation to the specific needs of a particular profession.

Standard versus Intensive Classes
Many schools offer both Standard and Intensive courses. A Standard Class will typically run for 4 hours per day, and an Intensive Class for up to 6 hours.

Both classes will cover the same syllabus, with the only difference being the extended time available for coaching. The Standard class is best suited to the requirements of most students, as it provides a good blend of class time and revision time.

This information should serve as a list of basic things for you to think about when you are looking to choose the language school that will best suit your individual needs. The single smartest thing you can do before making your final decision is to ask lots of questions, particularly about testimonials from people that speak your native language.

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: David Neehly

By degrees: The different German dialects

2008-03-22T03:36:00.000-07:00

German is one of the most popular languages in the world. In fact, the Guinness Book of World Records has listed the German language as one of the three languages that are learned the most by people. It is also included in the ten most spoken languages in the world. In the European Union it is the second most known foreign language.German is also one of the agreed upon official languages of the EU and is also chosen, along with English and French, as one of the three working languages used in the European Commission.

German is also considered as a pluricentric language much like English and French. With the wide scope of usage for this language, it would be quite expected to think that a person who knows German would be able to go to any part of Germany and be expected to communicate effortlessly. Unfortunately, this is quite far from the truth. In reality, the German language has many dialects that are spoken in a large part of the country (and even in other countries).

The German dialects are not mutually intelligible to each other. This means that people who only know the different German dialects and not the common German language will not be able to understand each other.

How did the dialects evolve into this? Each dialect has evolved to contain typical words that are not considered as cognates of the words used in standard German this makes it quite difficult to understand in areas where the dialect is not spoken or an area where a different dialect is used.

There is a so-called dialect continuum in countries where German is spoken. During normal situations the dialect that is used by a neighbouring region is understood quite well even if it is also distinctly different from the dialect that is used in the adjacent region.

The so called Low German dialects that are used in the Northern part of Germany are considered mutually intelligible but it still remains not understood in other parts of the country. Of the other remaining dialects, the German dialects used in Switzerland, Southern Bavaria, Austria, and the West Bank of the Rhine are notoriously known for being very hard to understand outside the regions in which these dialects are used. On the other hand, the so called Central and Eastern German dialects are seen to be more understandable in other parts of the country.

Low Germanic dialects are those dialects that were not affected by the High German consonant shift. The Low Germanic dialect is comprised of two subgroups – Low Franconian and Low German.

The High Germanic dialects are broken down into Central German and Upper German subgroups. The Central German dialects include Ripuarian, Moselle Franconian, Hessian, Thuringian, South Franconian, Lorraine Franconian and Upper Saxon. Upper German dialects include Alemannic, Swabian, East Franconian, Alsatian and Austro-Bavarian. The Upper German dialects are also used in certain parts of the Alsace, as well as in southern Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, and in certain parts of Switzerland and Italy where German is spoken.

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Philip Nicosia

Dutch progression: The changes in the Dutch language in the 20th century

2008-03-20T04:25:00.000-07:00

The Dutch language is spoken by more than 22 million people, most of them in countries like the Netherlands and Belgium. Given this statistic, Dutch can be considered as one of the more popular languages in Europe.

Before the 17th century the Dutch language was not yet standardized. There were many dialects in existence that it was beginning to pose a problem.

After the 17th century, after the standardization of the Dutch language has taken place, it became so much easier to identify the distinctions between the standard Dutch language and its dialects. But the developments surrounding the Dutch language has continued well into the 19th and 20th century. Because of the influences being exerted by other languages like German, French, and English, the standard Dutch language is undergoing a change.

One of the more noticeable change in the Dutch language over the past century is with regards to pronunciation. The voiceless pronunciation of certain letters or syllables are now entering the standard language and is a unique feature that was more commonly heard from a dialect found in a province in Holland. These voiceless pronunciations commonly revolve around “v” as “f”, “z” as “s” and “g” as “x”. This current trend mirrors the desire for a change in spelling Dutch as near to its phonological sound as possible. This would mean that each particular sound is represented by a single letter or that a grapheme is only made in one particular way.

There is also a shift in how three diphthongs are being pronounced. The diphthongs in reference are ei, ui, and ou. The current shift for these are now moving towards aai, ou, and aau. This change was first seen among women who are middle aged and well educated and who come from the upper middle class. These women are identified with the world of the academia, politics, arts and literature.

From these beginnings the practice eventually spread out to women from other demographics. But lately even men have started employing this language change. It is also becoming employed by children, even those under the age of ten years and from very diverse backgrounds.

Already, this change can be heard in large parts of the Netherlands, but most especially among women of Turkish or Moroccan descent.

There are also some changes being seen in the area of morphology. One very significant change is inclusion of plural endings ( -s) even for nouns. This change is mostly seen in words that end in –e – for example, hoogte – de hoogtes, which was usually hoogten.

Even the suffix –baar is becoming more and more prevalently used in modern Dutch usage more often in the use of neologisms. In turn, the suffix -(e)lijk is becoming less and less used and in fact is being ignored in favor of the aforementioned –baar.

There is even a rising use of “concentrations” in modern Dutch. This is most commonly seen when using multi part compound nouns.

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Philip Nicosia

Why Learn Swedish?

2008-03-19T06:38:00.000-07:00

Aside from the possibility of living in Sweden or Finland (where Swedish is an official second language), or meeting someone important who knows to speak only in Swedish, you’re probably looking for other reasons to convince you to go through the trouble of learning it as a second language. After all, Swedish is not as widely used as Chinese, Spanish or English—it’s not even among the top 10 languages in the world—but knowing how to speak the language does have its perks.

If surviving in a foreign land is not enough of a reason for you, then it should be of interest that the Swedish language is one of the easiest to learn to those who fluently speak English. It is worth noting that Swedish has borrowed a lot from other, more popularly used and studied languages, such as French, German, and English, which may lend to the initial familiarity of the words to a first-time learner of the language.

Before borrowed words were included, however, Swedish has long enjoyed commonalities with most other Indo-European languages, particularly its closest kin—Norwegian, Danish, and Icelandic. It is even said, that by knowing how to read in Swedish, one is also instantly able to read Danish and Norwegian text, as probably the main difference between the three languages is in the pronunciation.

Another good reason to learn Swedish, particularly if you plan to stay in Sweden for a long period of time and want to get on the native’s good side is that knowing their language will make it easier for them to open up to you, with you being a stranger to the country. Learning the native language is important if you find it important to make many friends while you’re there, as it is seen as a means of showing respect to the natives in many countries.

Convinced yet? Here’s another good reason: with enough practice and reviewing, you’ll be able to gain expertise of language rules within a year of studying Swedish. Also, even if you’re studying the language outside of Sweden, you’re sure to find others to speak in Swedish with for practice, with tens of thousands of Swedish language students enrolled at any given time. However, nothing can introduce you to the language’s melodic and expressive quality quite like a regular conversation with a native Swede. It is a language best acquired for more than just deciphering the manual of an imported car.

Ready to join the bandwagon? Before you sign up for Swedish classes, be sure to browse for aids on how to make learning a second language easier for you. One such resource is provided at http://learnmylingo.com/freeguide.htm, which offers “Eight Ways to Learn a Language Quickly and Easily” for free! Later on, when you’re just about ready, click on the Swedish tab so that you’ll be prompted to start your journey to learning the Swedish language. Other language courses provided by the site are Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch and Japanese.

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Philip Nicosia

Japanese Pronunciation Vs. Katakana

2008-03-18T11:03:00.000-07:00

As a native English speaker hearing non-natives (especially Asians) trying to speak the English language I sometimes can’t help but chuckle, or cry, over the way they slaughter the words. As I presently reside in Japan and understand the Japanese writing system I have come to understand, in one word, why they tear apart the English language... Katakana!

Katakana is one of the four Japanese writing systems. The other systems being Kanji (the characters ((not cartoon)) you see on tattoos), Hiragana, and Romaji (the Roman alphabet). The early Japanese written language came from China. This system is called Kanji. Through the development of the Japanese language it became necessary to implement Hiragana which is used for words of Japanese origin and Katakana to help in the pronunciation of Kanji.

Still further into the evolution of the Japanese written language, Katakana started being used to help Japanese people pronounce borrowed words from other languages. At this time, the language which has the most borrowed words transcribed into Japanese is English. It is important to note that the Japanese language does not contain the sounds “L”, “R”, “V”, “Si” (as in “See”), “Hu” (as in “Hoop”), “Th” (as in “Thank”), and “Zi” (as in Zebra). There are a few other phonetic sounds that are not originally contained in the Japanese language, but through the further development of the Katakana writing system the Japanese people are able to pronounce the foreign sounds almost like a native speaker.

Another point worth noting is that the Japanese system phonetically combines two of our English sounds per character with the exception of the “N” sound. As an example of this let’s take my name “Scott” and assault it with the Katakana system. “Su Ko Tto” is the basic end result of my name in Japanese. You can see the extra “U” and “O” have been added because of the two sounds per character from the Katakana writing system. Actually if I am to say my name as it should be pronounced the Japanese perceive it as the word “Skirt”. Yes, many young children have had their fun with my name in this respect.

You may think that the Romaji system would save the Japanese from needlessly abusing the English language but it does not. Though Japanese children are taught the Roman alphabet at a fairly young age, their school teachers almost always teach them the alphabet’s pronunciation utilizing Katakana because 1: it is easier to teach the children that way and 2: the Japanese teachers are not able to make the correct distinction and pronunciation themselves.

As children grow up without knowing the correct phonetic pronunciation of the English words they gradually lose the ability to hear and differentiate between them. Soon enough words like “Rice” and “Lice”, “Sip” and “Ship”, “Than” and “Dan”, become the same to the Japanese ear. Though the famous tongue twister may be difficult for us, hearing a Japanese person saying “She shells she shells by the she shore” over and over again (and thinking they are saying it properly) is quite humorous.

What should we do about this? Put an end to English words being transcribed by the Katakana writing system. Have well qualified and preferably native English speakers teach Japanese children the actual sounds of the Roman alphabet. If we work together we may just be able to put a stop to the Japanese abuse of the English language.?S.B.

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Scott Brady

Learn The Korean Language

2008-03-17T03:41:00.000-07:00

The Korean language is spoken by more than 70 million people, primarily in North and South Korea. There are a number of native Korean language speakers in several countries, including the United States Australia, Canada, and Japan. The Korean language is made up of an alphabet of 28 characters that have been in used for hundreds of years. These characters are in no way similar the western alphabet that makes up the English, French, Spanish, and other languages. This can prove to be intimidating for someone interested in learning the Korean language. If you are a soldier, a diplomat, or just someone planning a trip to South Korea, learning the language will help you to break down cultural and communication barriers.

There are several ways you can learn the Korean language, to varying degrees. If you study Korean at a college or University, you will receive an intensive education on the alphabet, reading, writing, and speaking the language that will give you a leg up on communicating with Korean citizens and work associates. If you are planning a career in as a United States diplomat, for example, there is a chance that your job will take you to Korea. Being able to communicate with native Koreans will help you make the most of your job and experience in a new land. You will be a better representative of your country if you are able to demonstrate your willingness to learn the indigenous language. Your cultural sensitivity will be appreciated. Also, if you plan to be a teacher of English as a second language, being fluent in Korean will make your experience living there more pleasant. As an instructor of English, you will be teaching Korean students, but you will also be learning from them.

Another way to learn the Korean language is by enrolling in one of many accelerated courses that are available through community colleges and even online. An accelerated course in Korean will provide you with a basic knowledge of the language, which will allow you to understand basic phrases, and ask basic questions. You will also be introduced to the Korean alphabet, which might seem daunting. There is language instruction available for purchase, as well. You do not learn the language by memorization. Rather, native Korean speakers provide real-life scenarios that provide you the opportunity to “learn as you go”, using voice technology over your computer. You get immediate feedback, which is a less stressful way for you to learn. When the learning process is less stressful, you are more apt to take the information in and retain, thus learning the Korean language with greater ease than you thought possible.

Whether you are interested in learning the Korean language for your own intellectual development and enjoyment, or you are inclined to do so for a job such a international diplomacy or teaching, learning to speak, read, and write Korean gives you the knowledge to communicate with people of a different culture, and if you are working abroad, helps you to have a less worrisome experience communicating with native Koreans. There is nothing more stressful than being unable to communicate with people while in a foreign country. Learning Korean will alleviate that stress, as well as make a good impression with your overseas associates. Learning the Korean language will enhance your travels and work experiences in that you will be appreciate the lives and culture of the Korean people, a people that seem mysterious to us. Learning a second language such as the Korean language is an intellectually and personally improving achievement that will provide many benefits to you professionally and intellectually. http://www.foreign-languages-school.com

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Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: John Davison

Immerse Yourself In The Japanese Language

2008-03-16T00:06:00.000-07:00

Japanese is a language spoken by more than 120 million people worldwide in countries including Japan, Brazil, Guam, Taiwan, and on the American island of Hawaii. Japanese is a language comprised of characters completely different from the western alphabet that makes up such languages as English, French, Italian, and German. If you are required to learn Japanese for business reasons, or if you are planning a vacation to the Asian island, it might seem intimidating to learn a language so different for your own.

If you are required to learn the Japanese language for your job, consider jumping into an immersion program. There are immersion programs that are available for enrollment that do not require you to travel to Japan, but are held in the United States. Master instructors who are native Japanese speakers will provide a short and highly intensive program in which you will live and breathe Japanese. Do not be intimidated. Immersion programs are known to be highly effective in very short periods of time. You might surprise yourself with how much you learn in such a short period of time. Not only will you come away with a firm grasp of conversational Japanese, but you will also understand the alphabet, and gain a little insight into Japanese culture. At the end of your course, you might be tested on your newly acquired knowledge. The Japanese government provides standardized tests that measure written and conversational understanding, the most common known as the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). There is also a test available that measures comprehension of the language in business situations. It is known as the Business Japanese Proficiency Test (BJPT).

Learning the Japanese language will certainly help to enhance your career. If your organization has offices in Japan, or you do business with other Japanese firms, you will not only will be able to communicate with your Japanese business associates, but you will also be able to better represent your organization in your business travels there.

If you want to learn Japanese in order to vacation on the island, and if you have the time and the financial resources, you might opt to learn the Japanese language through an immersion program where you travel to Japan. This way, you will not only learn the Japanese language, but you will also experience the fascinating Japanese culture. Learning Japanese where the language has its origins, you will plunge yourself into the life and culture, and you will learn the language quickly. You will learn the conversational and colloquial styles of the language. You will interact on a daily basis with indigenous Japanese people, who probably won’t be willing or able to communicate with you in English. You will be immersed into the everyday life of the island nation. You will grow to understand and appreciate the Japanese culture, including the history, the art, the architecture, the food, and the people. You will attend courses in which you will learn the alphabet, how to write it and read it. Learning the Japanese language through immersion is a fun and ideal way to go.

Whether you want to learn the Japanese language for pleasure, or you are inclined to do so for work, learning to speak, read, and write Japanese gives you the potential to further develop you career by working abroad and make a good impression with overseas associates. Learning Japanese will also enhance your travels in that you will be able to appreciate the lives and culture of the Japanese people. Learning the Japanese language is an intellectually and personally enriching pursuit that will provide you with career opportunities as well as an awareness of a culture other than your own.

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Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: John Davison

Teach Kids A Second Language

2008-03-14T22:21:00.000-07:00

It is not easy teaching your child a second language. But it is a rewarding experience teaching them and you can open their young to explore a new world of sights and sounds. Even if you’re not entirely fluent in another tongue, here are 5 simple ways you can help your child learn to speak a second language confidently and easily.

1. Remember the earlier, the better. By the age of two, a child’s brain is sucking up and processing all the information he or she comes in contact with, so it’s an ideal time to start learning a second language. You may think, “But he hasn’t even mastered ENGLISH yet!” That’s okay! Believe it or not, children can easily juggle two (or more) languages at once without the difficulty that their adult counterparts may have if they try to learn the same language when they’re older. Learning two separate languages will also not hinder your child’s reading or speaking ability. In fact, it will actually improve and broaden their vocabulary as they get older, since many foreign language words are used in English as well.

2. It is better to teach your child with some simple words and basic greetings first. Learning a language does take time and repetition, so only move on when your child feels comfortable and confident in using what he or she has already learned. If you’re not completely fluent yourself, but still want your child to have the benefit of a second language, purchase a good dictionary and work book to reinforce what you already know so that you can teach it to your child.

3. You can try to make studying language to be a fun time by setting aside a special “Language-Only” time. Practice the language together with your child through music, books or videos and use this time to speak and play together using only the second language. It’s a great way to build up the child’s interest in another culture and will help him learn the language more completely and thoroughly.

4. If your significant other speaks a foreign language, consider having him or her speak only in the foreign language to the child, while you speak to them in English. This will quickly help the child understand each language’s structure and differences, and he won’t be as likely to get confused. Remember though, language learning is a slow by steady process. Let your child know not to worry about making a mistake or sounding silly. That’s the only way he or she will become confident enough to speak the language on a regular basis.

5. Whenever possible, immerse your child in the second language as often as you can. Taking trips to the place where the language is spoken is a great way to make a language feel “real” to a child. Children mimic what they see, so seeing others speak and use the language in their day-to-day lives will show him that he can do the same!

The most important thing of all is to treat learning a second language like a fun “adventure” rather than a tedious chore. If you keep these tips in mind, it won’t be long before your child is equally comfortable and proficient in both languages! Good luck!

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: George Williams

Study The Italian Language Abroad

2008-03-13T20:24:00.000-07:00

The Italian language is one of ancient and historic roots. Today, it is spoken by approximately 70 million people, and is the official language of several nations, including Italy, Slovenia, and Vatican City. If you are interested in learning to speak, read, and write another language, consider the romantic Italian language. You could study at a college or University and receive your degree in Italian. You could take one of many online accelerated courses. Or you could experience the beauty, history, and culture of the Italian language firsthand. You could attend one of the many Italian immersion programs available in Italy.

Earning a degree in Italian from a college or University will provide you with a thorough knowledge of written and conversational Italian. If you earn a college degree in the Italian language, you will most likely be fluent in it. This can lead you to several interesting career options. For example, you can find employment as a foreign language translator, either in the United States or aboard. You can also work as a teacher of English as a second language to students in Italy. If you are already established professionally, and find that you must learn Italian as a job requirement, you can enroll in accelerated courses in Italian online. There are several reputable programs offered via the Internet that are convenient and fun. Learning Italian in this manner will give you a very basic foundation in the language.

If you have the time to devote (a few weeks to a month) and the financial resources, an ideal opportunity is to learn the Italian by enrolling in an immersion program. By doing this, you will not only learn Italian, but you will get a taste of the exciting Italian way of life. Learning Italian in the beautiful country of Italy, where the language has its ancient roots, you will be thrust into the life and culture, and you will learn to speak and understand the language quickly and with surprising ease. You will learn the conversational and colloquial styles of the Italian language. You will interact on a daily basis with native Italian, and they probably won’t be willing or able to communicate with you in English. You will be absorbed into the everyday life of Italy. You can choose to study in historic Rome, Florence, Milan, or even Venice. You will learn to understand and appreciate the mythic Italian culture: the art, the architecture, the food, and the people. You will also attend courses in which you will learn how to read and write Italian. Can you think of a more fun and interesting way to learn a foreign language?

Knowing how to communicate in more than one language (such as English and Italian) can be advantageous to your career. If the business you are in demands international travel, being able to communicate with your associates in Italy will make your work easier and less stressful. If you are fluent in Italian, you can be certified as a foreign language translator for example (as mentioned previously). This is a challenging career opportunity. You can work full-time for a foreign language translation firm, translating important business documents or web pages for global corporations. Or you can do freelance translation work, where you make your own work schedule. You might also have the skills to teach English to students in Italian speaking countries. By knowing English and Italian, you would be able to live and work in Italy.

By learning to speak, read, and write the Italian language, you possess the potential to develop you career by working in Italy, or you can set out on a new career as a translator or English instructor. Learning Italian will also enhance your travels to Italy. Learning the Italian language is an intellectually and personally achievement that will broaden your scope professionally open your eyes to a new culture.

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Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: John Davison

Learning English In Four Easy Steps

2008-03-12T20:44:00.000-07:00

So, you want to learn to speak English. That is great. There are a ton of great resources out there that can help including over 49,000 ESL websites.
Now if you are like most other ESL students reading this article then you already have a fairly good notion of the English language. You most likely are looking for a place to practice and enhance your English skills. So, here are four easy steps to do just that.
Step Number One: Preparation
Since you already have a fairly good notion of English you don't need to start all over with the ABC's and the verb "to be". Take stock of your current skills and find out where you are weak. Once you know what you need to learn...all you have to do is learn it.
So, pick out something from your list of things that you know you need/want to learn. Take a few minutes to analyze why you want learn this information, and make sure you focus on that particular point while studying. It is super easy to get side-tracked onto other topics.
If you do see something of interest while you are on your search for information...make sure to take note of it so you can come back at a later time. But for now...FOCUS on the task at hand!
Step Number Two: Practice
Now that you know what you know what you want to learn, jump over to Google or Yahoo and do a quick search on your chosen topic of interest. From there you should be able to find sites that will provide you with tools and resources such as audio files, video files, exercises, and tests to practice what you want to learn.
Step Number three: Use
Alright! You are rip, raring, and ready-to-go! You studied what it was you wanted to learn, and now you need to put it into use in real life situations. Use what you just learned on your friends and acquaintances. Hit the forums and try out what you now know. Try to use it at least thirty times to really assimilate it well and make it a part of you.
Step Number four: Evaluate
Once you are done for the day, sit down for a few minutes and evaluate how you did. Did you learn everything that is required? Are you still weak in certain areas of this topic?
Take note of these things, and use them in your planning time tomorrow as you restart the cycle. Make sure to do these four steps everyday, and you will steadily see your skills progressing. So now...just go do it!
Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com - By: Travis Waack