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Comments for Backcover Copy[Viewable in GHEPM only]Post a Comment Word by Word Basic English/Japanese 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 English/Japanese Edition presents the second language in blue next to each English word. A monolingual English version is also available. 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.

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Student Book and eText Skill-integrated units focusing on all communication skills Variety of grammar, vocabulary, listening, pronunciation, reading, writing, and communication activities Expanded grammar sections with new Grammar Focus Picture dictionary lessons introduce unit vocabulary Built-in assessment for each unit includes a check-up test and skill checklists that enable students to assess their level of achievement How to Say It! activities help students develop key communication strategies Talk About It! and Think About It! activities stimulate free conversation practice through classroom discussion of interesting topics Gazette magazine sections engage students with high-interest material that they can use in class or on their own, building a bridge between the classroom and home eText Use this digital tool to complement the program’s dynamic conversational approach. The eText supports students’ independent practice for self-paced learning. Pages of the Student Book, with the complete audio program in embedded links, provide conversation, listening, pronunciation, reading, and Gazette practice Notes and Bookmark tools enable students to add, receive and share notes, and bookmark pages to revisit them later FunZone activities, games, videos, music, and animations reinforce each unit’s objectives: Vocabulary flashcards Skill building activities for vocabulary, grammar, and reading GrammarToons animations with activities GrammarRaps, GrammarSongs, and video segments with activities (Levels 1 and 2 only)

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The Foundations Audio Program for the Student Book includes word practice with vocabulary in the unit-opening photo dictionary lessons, speaking practice with all conversations, and recordings for all listening activities (on Audio CDs and Cassettes) Foundations is an all-skills, standards-based program for beginning-literacy and low beginning learners of English. Its simple format, easy-to-use photo dictionary lessons, and dynamic communication activities offer students a lively and motivating introduction to basic English for essential life skills. The program builds a language foundation to prepare students for future success at the Book 1 level of instruction.

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With the proven methodology of the Side by Side series, Side by Side Extra enhances learning and instruction with the all new eText. Side by Side Extra features new grammar activities and self-assessment skills checks. The eText activities complement the program’s dynamic conversational approach and support students’ independent practice for self-paced learning, including complete audio. • eText connects point-of-use audio to Student Book pages for lively and effective language learning. • eText FunZone with skill-building activities, eFlashcards for vocabulary practice, engaging videos, and games reinforces each unit’s objectives. • Built-in assessment and vocabulary and skills checklists enable students to assess their progress. • Expanded Activity Workbooks with Digital Audio CDs provide supplementary Gazette activities, listening activities, and “Can-Do” reviews. • Mapped to the Global Scale of English

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The Word by Word Picture Dictionary is the centerpiece of the complete Word by Word Vocabulary Development Program. The program’s unique interactive methodology makes vocabulary learning come alive as a dynamic communicative experience that prepares students at all levels for success using English in everyday life. Program Highlights More than 4,000 vocabulary words are presented through vibrant illustrations and easy-to-use lessons. Extensive coverage of important lifeskill competencies meets standards-based curriculum objectives. A careful research-based sequence of lessons integrates development of grammar and vocabulary skills. Expanded discussion questions encourage students to share their backgrounds, experiences, and opinions. New WordSongs Music CD included with dictionary extends learning outside the classroom through motivating musical practice. New bilingual editions for speakers of Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Haitian Kreyol, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese Teacher’s Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM saves countless hours of planning, with instructional support materials in two convenient formats – as reproducible masters and on a CD-ROM.

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The Word by Word Basic Vocabulary Workbook features motivating vocabulary, grammar, and listening practice (Audio CDs included). The Word by Word Basic Picture Dictionary is famous worldwide for its ease-of-use, lively spirit, and active conversational approach. The Teacher’s Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM provides the most complete set of teaching tools imaginable for effective lesson planning, instruction, and assessment.

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Program Highlights More than 4,000 vocabulary words are presented through vibrant illustrations and easy-to-use lessons. Extensive coverage of important lifeskill competencies meets standards-based curriculum objectives. A careful research-based sequence of lessons integrates development of grammar and vocabulary skills. Expanded discussion questions encourage students to share their backgrounds, experiences, and opinions. New WordSongs Music CD included with dictionary extends learning outside the classroom through motivating musical practice. New bilingual editions for speakers of Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Haitian Kreyol, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese Teacher’s Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM saves countless hours of planning, with instructional support materials in two convenient formats – as reproducible masters and on a CD-ROM.

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The Word by Word Picture Dictionary is the centerpiece of the complete Word by Word Vocabulary Development Program. The program’s unique interactive methodology makes vocabulary learning come alive as a dynamic communicative experience that prepares students at all levels for success using English in everyday life. Program Highlights More than 4,000 vocabulary words are presented through vibrant illustrations and easy-to-use lessons. Extensive coverage of important lifeskill competencies meets standards-based curriculum objectives. A careful research-based sequence of lessons integrates development of grammar and vocabulary skills. Expanded discussion questions encourage students to share their backgrounds, experiences, and opinions. New WordSongs Music CD included with dictionary extends learning outside the classroom through motivating musical practice. New bilingual editions for speakers of Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Haitian Kreyol, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese Teacher’s Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM saves countless hours of planning, with instructional support materials in two convenient formats – as reproducible masters and on a CD-ROM.

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Program Highlights More than 4,000 vocabulary words are presented through vibrant illustrations and easy-to-use lessons. Extensive coverage of important lifeskill competencies meets standards-based curriculum objectives. A careful research-based sequence of lessons integrates development of grammar and vocabulary skills. Expanded discussion questions encourage students to share their backgrounds, experiences, and opinions. New WordSongs Music CD included with dictionary extends learning outside the classroom through motivating musical practice. New bilingual editions for speakers of Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Haitian Kreyol, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese Teacher’s Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM saves countless hours of planning, with instructional support materials in two convenient formats – as reproducible masters and on a CD-ROM.

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With the proven methodology of the Side by Side series, Side by Side Extra enhances learning and instruction with the all new eText. Side by Side Extra features new grammar activities and self-assessment skills checks. The eText activities complement the program’s dynamic conversational approach and support students’ independent practice for self-paced learning, including complete audio. • eText connects point-of-use audio to Student Book pages for lively and effective language learning. • eText FunZone with skill-building activities, eFlashcards for vocabulary practice, engaging videos, and games reinforces each unit’s objectives. • Built-in assessment and vocabulary and skills checklists enable students to assess their progress. • Expanded Activity Workbooks with Digital Audio CDs provide supplementary Gazette activities, listening activities, and “Can-Do” reviews. • Mapped to the Global Scale of English

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The standards-based Side by Side Plus series prepares students for their roles in the community, school, and at work. The updated Side by Side Plus develops students' career and academic readiness skills and promotes students' independent practice using the eText. Highlights Standards-based lessons develop competencies aligned with CCRS, CASAS, BEST Plus, and other curriculum frameworks and assessment systems. eText connects point-of-use audio to Student Book pages for lively and effective language learning. eText FunZone includes standards-based activities, eFlashcards for vocabulary practice, engaging videos, and games that reinforce each unit's objectives. Teamwork, critical thinking, and community activities promote cooperative learning, problem-solving, and civics connections. New expanded reading comprehension activities and writing lessons develop students' basic academic and career readiness skills. Expanded Workbooks with Digital Audio CDs include new Gazette activities, standards-based life skills activities, standardized test practice, and content relating to the College and Career Readiness Standards. Use the eText to: "Flip" the lesson plan by moving some of the core conversation practice outside of class. Work on a whiteboard in class. Work through the lesson and activities together in class, in the lab, or assigned with the audio as homework for out-of-class practice on computers and tablets.

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