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Why Q Needs U

A history of our letters and how we use them

by Danny Bate ...

'A breathtaking adventure through the alphabet... An absolutely delightful read, filled with jewels of lightly worn scholarship and dazzling insight. I just couldn't recommend it more highly.' Stephen Fry'An excellent read.' Susie Dent'You'll never look at a keyboard the same way after reading Danny Bate's fascinating linguistic history.' Sunday TimesWhy does 'W' sounds like 'doubl... ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

'A breathtaking adventure through the alphabet... An absolutely delightful read, filled with jewels of lightly worn scholarship and dazzling insight. I just couldn't recommend it more highly.' Stephen Fry'An excellent read.' Susie Dent'You'll never look at a keyboard the same way after reading Danny Bate's fascinating linguistic history.' Sunday TimesWhy does 'W' sounds like 'doubl...
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Level 1 Sight Words: 50 Pre-School Flash Cards

by Chris DiPaolo ...

Series Book 1 - Easy-Peasy Reading & Flash Card Series
These sight word flash cards include 50 Pre-School (or Pre-Primer) sight words. Sight words can be known by many names including high-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, instant words or even Star words. This list includes 40 of the most common sight words, plus 10 common sight nouns.To make it fun and easy to practice reading with your child, these flash cards have been designed especially ... Read more

$0.99 CAD

These sight word flash cards include 50 Pre-School (or Pre-Primer) sight words. Sight words can be known by many names including high-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, instant words or even Star words. This list includes 40 of the most common sight words, plus 10 common sight nouns.To make it fun and easy to practice reading with your child, these flash cards have been designed especially
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Linguistics: A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself

by David Hornsby ...

Written by David Hornsby, who is a current Linguistics lecturer and researcher at theUniversity of Kent, Linguistics - The Essentials is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear jargon-free English, and then providing added value features like summaries of key books, ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

Written by David Hornsby, who is a current Linguistics lecturer and researcher at theUniversity of Kent, Linguistics - The Essentials is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear jargon-free English, and then providing added value features like summaries of key books,
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L'éthique pour tous ...même vous!

by René Villemure ...

Series series NON CLASSE
Connue pour son côté sombre que sont les manquements et les scandales qui la propulsent dans les manchettes, l'éthique est pourtant bien plus que cela: un outil précieux pour se réapproprier l'art de réfléchir et d'interagir avec les autres. «Quoi faire pour Bien Faire?» Comment trouver le «Juste» dans un monde en perpétuel changement et dans lequel les repères traditionnels ne tiennent plus? À ... Read more

$21.99 CAD

Connue pour son côté sombre que sont les manquements et les scandales qui la propulsent dans les manchettes, l'éthique est pourtant bien plus que cela: un outil précieux pour se réapproprier l'art de réfléchir et d'interagir avec les autres. «Quoi faire pour Bien Faire?» Comment trouver le «Juste» dans un monde en perpétuel changement et dans lequel les repères traditionnels ne tiennent plus? À
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Phonology

A Coursebook

by Robert Kennedy ...

This practical and accessibly written textbook provides a thoughtfully ordered introduction to a wide range of phonological phenomena. It contains many exercises combining classic datasets with newly compiled problems. These help the student learn to discover sound patterns nested in complex linguistic data, beginning with concrete introductory examples and stepping through a series of ... Read more

$44.99 CAD

This practical and accessibly written textbook provides a thoughtfully ordered introduction to a wide range of phonological phenomena. It contains many exercises combining classic datasets with newly compiled problems. These help the student learn to discover sound patterns nested in complex linguistic data, beginning with concrete introductory examples and stepping through a series of
... Read more
Level 2 Sight Words: 72 Kindergarten Flash Cards

by Chris DiPaolo ...

Series Book 2 - Easy-Peasy Reading & Flash Card Series
This sight word list includes 52 Kindergarten level sight words and 20 sight nouns. Sight words can be known by many names including High-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, Instant words and Star words. To make it easy and fun to practice reading with your child these flash cards have been designed especially for the kindle: - Words are Ordered by Frequency - The list is ordered by the ... Read more

$0.99 CAD

This sight word list includes 52 Kindergarten level sight words and 20 sight nouns. Sight words can be known by many names including High-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, Instant words and Star words. To make it easy and fun to practice reading with your child these flash cards have been designed especially for the kindle: - Words are Ordered by Frequency - The list is ordered by the
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Introducing Phonetic Science

by Michael Ashby, John Maidment ...

Series series Cambridge Introductions to Language and Linguistics
This accessible new textbook provides a clear and practical introduction to phonetics, the study of speech. Assuming no prior knowledge of the topic, it introduces students to the fundamental concepts in phonetic science, and equips them with the essential skills needed for recognizing, describing and transcribing a range of speech sounds. Numerous graded exercises enable students to put these ... Read more

$49.99 CAD

This accessible new textbook provides a clear and practical introduction to phonetics, the study of speech. Assuming no prior knowledge of the topic, it introduces students to the fundamental concepts in phonetic science, and equips them with the essential skills needed for recognizing, describing and transcribing a range of speech sounds. Numerous graded exercises enable students to put these
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Collins Rhyming Dictionary

by Rosalind Fergusson ...

If it’s time for a rhyme, or you need a satiric lyric, the Collins Rhyming Dictionary is the fastest and easiest way to refine your line.The most accessible way to find the rhyme you need. Other rhyming dictionaries are characterised by the use of obscure words for padding, subsections for disyllabic and trisyllabic rhymes, and reverse phonetic order – but we avoid such complications and, as a ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

If it’s time for a rhyme, or you need a satiric lyric, the Collins Rhyming Dictionary is the fastest and easiest way to refine your line.The most accessible way to find the rhyme you need. Other rhyming dictionaries are characterised by the use of obscure words for padding, subsections for disyllabic and trisyllabic rhymes, and reverse phonetic order – but we avoid such complications and, as a
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How to Use Decodable Books to Teach Reading

DOG ON A LOG Parent and Teacher Guides, #2

by Pamela Brookes ...

Series Book 2 - DOG ON A LOG Parent and Teacher Guides
Sixty-five percent of U.S. fourth graders are not proficient readers because their teachers have not been taught how to teach reading using evidence-based methods. Up to 20% of children have dyslexia. Few receive the individualized teaching they need from their schools.To help parents and teachers who want to teach their children using an evidence-based, effective method, Pamela Brookes, the ... Read more

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Sixty-five percent of U.S. fourth graders are not proficient readers because their teachers have not been taught how to teach reading using evidence-based methods. Up to 20% of children have dyslexia. Few receive the individualized teaching they need from their schools.To help parents and teachers who want to teach their children using an evidence-based, effective method, Pamela Brookes, the
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Phonetics For Dummies

by William F. Katz ...

The clear and easy way to get a handle on the science of speechThe science of how people produce and perceive speech, phonetics has an array of real-world applications, from helping engineers create an authentic sounding Irish or Canadian accent for a GPS voice, to assisting forensics investigators identifying the person whose voice was caught on tape, to helping a film actor make the transition ... Read more

$22.99 CAD

The clear and easy way to get a handle on the science of speechThe science of how people produce and perceive speech, phonetics has an array of real-world applications, from helping engineers create an authentic sounding Irish or Canadian accent for a GPS voice, to assisting forensics investigators identifying the person whose voice was caught on tape, to helping a film actor make the transition
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Level 3 Sight Words: 61 First Grade Flash Cards

by Chris DiPaolo ...

Series Book 3 - Easy-Peasy Reading & Flash Card Series
These sight word flash cards include 61 First Grade sight words - 41 of the most common sight words - Plus 20 common sight nouns Sight words can be known by many names including high-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, instant words or even Star words. These flash cards have been designed to make learning sight words fun! - Skip Around Feature! - To keep your little one on his or her toes, ... Read more

$0.99 CAD

These sight word flash cards include 61 First Grade sight words - 41 of the most common sight words - Plus 20 common sight nouns Sight words can be known by many names including high-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, instant words or even Star words. These flash cards have been designed to make learning sight words fun! - Skip Around Feature! - To keep your little one on his or her toes,
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The Sounds of Language

An Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology

by Elizabeth C. Zsiga ...

Series series Linguistics in the World
The Sounds of Language is an introductory guide to the linguistic study of speech sounds, which provides uniquely balanced coverage of both phonology and phonetics.Features exercises and problem sets, as well as supporting online resources at www.wiley.com/go/zsiga, including additional discussion questions and exercises, as well as links to further resources such as sound files, video files, and ... Read more

$52.99 CAD

The Sounds of Language is an introductory guide to the linguistic study of speech sounds, which provides uniquely balanced coverage of both phonology and phonetics.Features exercises and problem sets, as well as supporting online resources at www.wiley.com/go/zsiga, including additional discussion questions and exercises, as well as links to further resources such as sound files, video files, and
... Read more
Le guide du langage de l'enfant de 0 à 6 ans

by Sylvie Desmarais ...

Series series FAMILLE
"Ce guide vous fera connaître le fabuleux chemin que parcourt un enfant qui apprend à parler. Il s'adresse à vous si:• vous êtes parent, éducateur ou intervenant;• vous souhaitez connaître les phases du développement du langage et de la communication;• vous voulez stimuler votre enfant dans l'apprentissage de la parole;• vous vous inquiétez au sujet de sa capacité de parler ou de comprendre;• vous ... Read more

$21.99 CAD

"Ce guide vous fera connaître le fabuleux chemin que parcourt un enfant qui apprend à parler. Il s'adresse à vous si:• vous êtes parent, éducateur ou intervenant;• vous souhaitez connaître les phases du développement du langage et de la communication;• vous voulez stimuler votre enfant dans l'apprentissage de la parole;• vous vous inquiétez au sujet de sa capacité de parler ou de comprendre;• vous
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Phonetics

Transcription, Production, Acoustics, and Perception

by Henning Reetz, Allard Jongman ...

Series Book 34 - Blackwell Textbooks in Linguistics
Companion website, featuring additional resources such as sound files, can be found here: http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/phonetics/Providing a comprehensive overview of the four primary areas of phonetics, Phonetics: Transcription, Production, Acoustics, and Perception is an ideal guide to the complete study of speech and sound.An accessible but in-depth introductory textbook on the basic con. ... Read more

$51.99 CAD

Companion website, featuring additional resources such as sound files, can be found here: http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/phonetics/Providing a comprehensive overview of the four primary areas of phonetics, Phonetics: Transcription, Production, Acoustics, and Perception is an ideal guide to the complete study of speech and sound.An accessible but in-depth introductory textbook on the basic con.
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Analyzing Sound Patterns

An Introduction to Phonology

by Long Peng ...

Series series Cambridge Textbooks in Linguistics
Analyzing Sound Patterns is a clear and concise introduction to phonological phenomena, covering a wide range of issues from segmental to suprasegmental problems and prosodic morphology. Assuming no prior knowledge of problem solving, this textbook shows students how to analyze phonological problems with a focus on practical tools, methodology and step-by-step instructions. It is aimed at ... Read more

$55.99 CAD

Analyzing Sound Patterns is a clear and concise introduction to phonological phenomena, covering a wide range of issues from segmental to suprasegmental problems and prosodic morphology. Assuming no prior knowledge of problem solving, this textbook shows students how to analyze phonological problems with a focus on practical tools, methodology and step-by-step instructions. It is aimed at
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300+ BASIC SIGHT WORDS

A Vocabulary List Every School Aged Child Should Know

by Adele Jones ...

Series series Teach Your Child to Read
These sight word flash cards include OVER 300 sight words that all school aged children should know!Sight words can be known by many names including high-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, instant words or even Star words.These flash cards make it fun and easy to practice reading with your child anywhere you go. They have been designed especially for the kindle and can be displayed either ... Read more

$2.99 CAD

These sight word flash cards include OVER 300 sight words that all school aged children should know!Sight words can be known by many names including high-frequency words, Dolch words, Fry words, instant words or even Star words.These flash cards make it fun and easy to practice reading with your child anywhere you go. They have been designed especially for the kindle and can be displayed either
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Applying Phonetics

Speech Science in Everyday Life

by Murray J. Munro ...

Series series Linguistics in the World
A unique and accessible introduction to the field of phonetics through real-life applications and practical examplesThe dynamic field of phonetics, the science of the structure and function of human speech, has seen exciting technological innovations and new applications in recent years. Applying Phonetics introduces students to the field through a unique exploratory approach that highlights ... Read more

$51.99 CAD

A unique and accessible introduction to the field of phonetics through real-life applications and practical examplesThe dynamic field of phonetics, the science of the structure and function of human speech, has seen exciting technological innovations and new applications in recent years. Applying Phonetics introduces students to the field through a unique exploratory approach that highlights
... Read more
Language Files

Materials for an Introduction to Language and Linguistics, 13th Edition

by Department of Linguistics ...

Language Files has become one of the most widely adopted, consulted, and authoritative introductory textbooks to linguistics ever written. The scope of the text makes it suitable for use in a wide range of courses, while its unique organization into student-friendly, self-contained sections allows for tremendous flexibility in course design.The thirteenth edition has been revised, clarified, and ... Read more

$69.99 CAD

Language Files has become one of the most widely adopted, consulted, and authoritative introductory textbooks to linguistics ever written. The scope of the text makes it suitable for use in a wide range of courses, while its unique organization into student-friendly, self-contained sections allows for tremendous flexibility in course design.The thirteenth edition has been revised, clarified, and
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German

A Linguistic Introduction

by Sarah M. B. Fagan ...

Standard German is spoken by approximately 95 million people worldwide. This book provides an introduction to the linguistic structure of standard German that is rich in descriptive detail and grounded in modern linguistic theory. It describes the main linguistic features: the sounds, structure and formation of words, structure of sentences, and meaning of words and sentences. It surveys the ... Read more

$57.99 CAD

Standard German is spoken by approximately 95 million people worldwide. This book provides an introduction to the linguistic structure of standard German that is rich in descriptive detail and grounded in modern linguistic theory. It describes the main linguistic features: the sounds, structure and formation of words, structure of sentences, and meaning of words and sentences. It surveys the
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Read Assure: Guaranteed Formula For Reading Success With Phonics

by Everett Ofori ...

Read Assure takes advantage of the best asset all children have in abundance: tremendous brain power hungry for challenges. Children as young as four have successfully mastered reading English through phonics using Read Assure. The ability to read raises children's confidence and leads to a love of reading and the desire to devour ever more challenging material. Parents have recognized that ... Read more

$8.99 CAD

Read Assure takes advantage of the best asset all children have in abundance: tremendous brain power hungry for challenges. Children as young as four have successfully mastered reading English through phonics using Read Assure. The ability to read raises children's confidence and leads to a love of reading and the desire to devour ever more challenging material. Parents have recognized that
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Chineasy

The Easy Way to Learn Chinese

by ShaoLan Hsueh ...

$16.99 CAD
Easy Read Adventure Stories - Sight Words for Kids

by Baby Professor ...

This book will take your kids to various adventures without costing you money, time and effort. Your children should be able to identify letters and read whole words in relation to the objects they represent. This educational book is made to improve your kids’ reading skills while they travel and have some fun on every page. Get a copy today. ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

This book will take your kids to various adventures without costing you money, time and effort. Your children should be able to identify letters and read whole words in relation to the objects they represent. This educational book is made to improve your kids’ reading skills while they travel and have some fun on every page. Get a copy today.
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The Sounds of Language

An Introduction to Phonetics

by Henry Rogers ...

Series series Learning about Language
Phonetics is the scientific study of sounds used in language- how the sounds are produced, how they are transferred from the speaker to the hearer and how they are heard and perceived. The Sounds of Language provides an accessible, general introduction to phonetics with a special emphasis on English.Focusing on the phonetics of English, the first section allows students to get an overall view of ... Read more

$137.99 CAD

Phonetics is the scientific study of sounds used in language- how the sounds are produced, how they are transferred from the speaker to the hearer and how they are heard and perceived. The Sounds of Language provides an accessible, general introduction to phonetics with a special emphasis on English.Focusing on the phonetics of English, the first section allows students to get an overall view of
... Read more
Understanding Morphology

by Martin Haspelmath, Andrea Sims ...

Series series Understanding Language
This new edition of Understanding Morphology has been fully revised in line with the latest research. It now includes 'big picture' questions to highlight central themes in morphology, as well as research exercises for each chapter.Understanding Morphology presents an introduction to the study of word structure that starts at the very beginning. Assuming no knowledge of the field of morphology on ... Read more

$79.99 CAD

This new edition of Understanding Morphology has been fully revised in line with the latest research. It now includes 'big picture' questions to highlight central themes in morphology, as well as research exercises for each chapter.Understanding Morphology presents an introduction to the study of word structure that starts at the very beginning. Assuming no knowledge of the field of morphology on
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