In Other Words
My ten-year-old niece and many of the residents who stay at the nursing home type facility where I work helped me search through all the words on the following pages. We wrote down all the words we could find within other words. But you may find many more. More than fifty words were found in each of the other words. Many times, one hundred or more words were found in other words contained within these pages. Expand the way you look at the words, or better yet, help someone else expand their way of thinking. Either way, have fun trying. How many words can you find...?
The Exceptional tion
The Exceptional "tion" Sometimes Good, Sometimes Bad, Sometimes Happy, Sometimes SadBy: Shelly MajidyThe Exceptional "tion" is personification of words, no plot or characters, no sentences or paragraphs. Read on and you will be sure to be humored and fascinated.About the AuthorShelly Majidy is a retired schoolteacher who believes in early childhood education. For two years she taught in Mexico, teaching English as a second language, and acquired fluency in Spanish. She also worked in her family's summer camp, teaching English as a second language, candle making, and many other activities. She likes word games, travel, and is very family oriented. This is her first novelette and more to come. She currently lives in Avon, Connecticut.
Calligraphy Practice Book
Go BIG with your writing skills and GIFT IDEAS!♥Our Calligraphy Practice Book is a very simple and Adorable, Fun and Engaging Preschool Workbook and for who wants to correct his Lettering. ����The Perfect Gift for you and your little loved ones!����Our Coloring Book features: Guidance lines to keep your letter in shape!Large 8,5 x 11" format, professional quality designs.Our Calligraphy Practice Book make a wonderful Gift!���� Our Coloring Books are frequently one of the most gifted items.
The Sanskrit Alphabet with Vedic Extensions
The Sanskrit Alphabet consists of 56 Letters. There are Vowels, Semivowels, Row Class Consonants, Sibilants and the Aspirate. The Alphabet is called अक्षरम् in Sanskrit.Each letter is clearly enunciated with correct movement of the Tongue. Nasals lend a distinct twang and the Vedic chants are a delight to hear because of Accented Vowels.Reading an Avagraha, Ayogavaha, Visarga and Anusvara is properly explained as all the letters of the Alphabet are laid out threadbare. A section on Unicodes and Typesetting in Devanagari with fonts and keyboard IME supporting Vedic Extensions adds relevant value.While reading Vedic Texts, we notice some letters, characters and symbols that are in addition to the standard Sanskrit Alphabet. These characters are the accent marks, sandhi symbols, additional letters and punctuation, that are found in Vedic Sanskrit. There are various samhita recensions of the Veda manuscripts available today, and they differ in the usage of accents and symbols, and also in the enunciation while chanting aloud.Each ashram and gurukul and pundit or scholar needs to be aware of the tone and pitch during recitation and chanting of the Vedas. Even university professors and researchers delving into the Vedas need to be aware of the correct meaning and application of these verses. Furthermore, as we move from offset printing and metal type setting to the computer and smartphone era, this book serves as an invaluable resource. This book builds upon our popular title "The Sanskrit Alphabet".Infused with manuscript passages from the Satapatha Brahmana, Vajasaneyi Madhyandina Samhita, Samaveda and Krishna Yajurveda to illustrate Vedic Symbols.A useful and complete book for the novice, the amateur or the Scholar.
Chinese Multiword Expressions
This book is the first English monograph to systematically explore Chinese Multiword expressions (MWEs) by applying corpus-driven and corpus-based approaches. It reveals the unique characteristics of Chinese MWEs by examining their core attributes, identification and classification, and knowledge framework. It also assesses, for the first time, the distribution and density of Chinese MWEs in textbooks. By doing so, the book provides important insights into Chinese language learning, with implications for natural language processing, lexicography, and psychology. Moreover, it offers a framework for linguists, language teachers and learners, computer scientists, lexicographers, and psychologists to explore their own areas of interest.
Emulating Dr. Ambedkar
Most of us would not hesitate to presume that the thinking language of Dr. Ambedkar was English. Besides his towering intellect and eminent leadership, his mastery in English was an important force wielding which he was able to win rights for the Depressed Classes (i.e the Unmarriageables). 'Emulating Dr. Ambedkar' is an attempt to celebrate his command over this vocabulary-rich beautiful language which is dominant as ever in the international discourses. In this compilation drawn from Volume 1, 5 and 9 of 'Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Writings and Speeches' (BAWS), even some simple sentences have been accommodated in order to enable the readers to hunt and equip themselves with the writing style of the learned Doctor. We need to consciously seek the alternate words preferred by Babasaheb in the place of mundane substitutes that we routinely use. It is desired that the readers not only imbibe the manner of usage of words so typical of Doctor but also draw lessons from his arguing style and submission of statements. The remarks made by him while submitting his own arguments or while destroying the contention of his opponents are especially noteworthy. These remarks, on many instance, illuminates the structure and the nature of arguments made by him and others. Dr. Ambedkar also had the trait to alarm the audience or readers if his speeches or writings happened to be too long or tiring or straightforward or even harsh. How he had used idioms and phrases is undoubtedly astounding. Some of his own phrases should be rightly construed as a warning or advice to the Unmarriageables. Though there is a separate book series titled 'Mastering Babasaheb: Essential Thoughts of Dr. Ambedkar' that has been made available to the readers, a glimpse of his thoughts are scattered in this compilation too. Collection of words used by the Doctor is presented on the back cover of the book itself and in it there is a miniscule addition of words used by others but quoted in BAWS. This has been included to enable the readers to engage with BAWS effectively. It is earnestly desired that this compilation would inspire the Unmarriageables not only to acquire mastery in English but to also inculcate it as their thinking language. The compilation of 'Emulating Dr. Ambedkar' was done by A.B. Karl Marx Siddharthar. He is the author of 'UNCASTE' otherwise subtitled as 'Understanding Unmarriageability: The Way Forward To Annihilate Caste'.
The Ancient Egyptian Universal Writing Modes
This book will show how the Egyptians had various modes of writings for various purposes, and how the Egyptian modes were falsely designated as "separate languages" belonging to others and how this one original language came to be called Greek, Hebrew, Arabic and other 'languages' throughout the world-through deterioration of sound values via 'sound shifts', as well as foreign degradation of the original Egyptian writing forms. The book is divided into seven parts with a total of 24 chapters, as follows: Part I. Denial, Distortion and Diversion has 3 chapters-Chapters 1 to 3: Chapter 1: The Archetypal Primacy of The Egyptian Alphabet shows the role and remote history of alphabetical letter-forms writing in Ancient Egypt prior to any other place on earth.Chapter 2: The Concealment of The Supreme Egyptian Alphabets will show the incredible western academia scheme to conceal the Ancient Egyptian alphabetical letter-forms from its prominent position in the history of writing.Chapter 3: The Diversion of A Proto-Sinaitic "Phoenician Connection" will uncover all the facts about having "Phoenicians" as the inventor of alphabets on an Egyptian soil!Part II. Formation and Forms of Egyptian Alphabetic Writings has 6 chapters-Chapters 4 to 9: Chapter 4: Genesis of Egyptian Alphabetic Letters/Writing Chapter 5: The Egyptian Sound Organization of Letters will cover the primary three vowels as the originators of all vowel sounds and associated consonants.Chapter 6: The Egyptian Alphabetic Writing Styles will sort out present common confusion of Ancient Egyptian styles of writing and set the two primary styles as uncials and cursive.Chapter 7: The Profession of Egyptian Scribes will cover the range of Egyptian writings; the profession of scribes; writing surfaces & instruments; etcChapter 8: Multiple Writing Forms of a Single Document Chapter 9: Multiple Writing Forms of The Rosetta Stone Part III. How The One World Language Became The Many has five chapters-Chapters 10 to 14: Chapter 10: The Beacon of the Ancient World Chapter 11: Common Characteristics of Ancient Egyptian Alphabetic Writing System Chapter 12: Letter-forms Divergence of World Alphabets From Its Egyptian Origin Chapter 13: Sound Divergence of World Alphabets From Its Egyptian Origin Chapter 14: Cavalier Designations of New Languages will cover how a new language is awarded as a symbol of identity for winners of wars and new religions; etcPart IV. The Primary Linguistic Characteristics of The Egyptian Language has one chapter-Chapter 15: Chapter 15: The Primary Linguistic Characteristics of The Egyptian Language Part V. Out of Egypt-Diffusion Patterns To Asia and Africa has 5 chapters-Chapters 16 to 20: Chapter 16: Hebrew and Moses of Egypt Chapter 17: The Ancient Egyptian Hegemony of Asiatic Neighbors will discuss the found scripts in North and South Arabia; and clear up all apparent differences between them and the Ancient Egyptian writing system.Chapter 18: The African Connections Chapter 19: From Egypt To India and Beyond Chapter 20: From Egypt to The Black Sea Basin [Georgia & Armenia] will cover affinities of languages from Central Asia To the Black Sea Basin; etcPart VI. Out of Egypt-Diffusion Patterns To Europe has two chapters-Chapters 21 & 22: Chapter 21: Greek: A Shameless Linguistic Heist will cover the pre-existence of the proclaimed "Greek" alphabetical letter-forms in the Ancient Egyptian system; the absence of any linguistic distinction between Greek and the Ancient Egyptian language;etcChapter 22: The European Languages will cover Etruscan, Latin and Hispanic languages; and the absence of any linguistic distinction between them and the Ancient Egyptian language.Part VII. The Ancient Future of The Universal Language has two chapters-Chapters 23 & 24: Chapter 23: Egyptian Alphabetical Vocalic Language [Past, Present & Future] Chapter 24: Renaissance & Seeking the Universal Language.
Color Your Word!
You can choose to color your world with whatever you surround yourself with (a single rose, favorite mug), your style of dress, mannerisms. In Color Your Word, a creativity outlet for nerdy adults, have a seat... grab your favorite crayons, watercolors, acrylic paints, markers, glitter, and let your creativity sparkle like the diamond in the Ethiopian's ear Shakespeare wrote about. With 52 words, accompanied by their definitions, you may find one to add vibrance to your conversations. Release your inner fauvist."People like you and I, though mortal of course like everyone else, do not grow old no matter how long we live. What I mean is we never cease to stand like curious children before the great Mystery into which we were born." -Albert Einstein
30 Days to a More Powerful Business Vocabulary
Perersonal development expert and English enthusiast Dan Strutzel will instruct, enlighten, and inspire you with a concentrated 30-day program that will teach you over 500 words
The Homeschool Learn to Write Color Activity Workbook
The Homeschool Learn-to Write Color Activity Workbook is the perfect resource that has been specifically designed for 3 - 5-year-old kids to build confidence with the development of pen control and learning the letters of the alphabet through repetition. The activity workbook has been split into 3 levels: Level 1 - Lines & Shapes: This section is all about building the confidence and enjoyment of the child through interactive activities including straight & curved lines and shape formation.Level 2 - Letter Development: This section introduces the child to capital and lower-case letters through the use of colorful pictures. With ample space for the repetition of each letter, the activities provide the child with the foundation to learn each letter and use the correct writing formation.Level 3 - Word Development: In this section, the child can use the skills developed from the previous section to begin to write familiar words by tracing over the provided letters. This will continue to build confidence with the use of commonly known words.The Homeschool Learn-to-Write Color Activity Workbook includes: - Full color pages that provide fun and interactive activities- Activities that build kids confidence and writing muscles through the use of fine motor skills- Repetition of activities that will help boost reading and writing comprehension- BONUS: A4 Color Completion Certificate for your child- Large 8.5 x 11-inch book providing ample writing space- Gloss cover for improved durabilityGive your child the best start to reading and writing with 'The Homeschool Learn-to-Write Color Activity Workbook' today!
An Ostentation of Peacocks
An Ostentation of Peacocks is a children's ABC book designed for ages 2-10. The goal of the book is to delight the eyes of young children while exciting the minds of older children. It introduces to all readers the beauty of collective nouns as part of the English language.
The BIG Line and Letter Tracing Workbook For Preschoolers
Improve your child's fine motor handwriting skills, confidence and alphabet comprehension with 'The BIG Line and Letter Tracing Workbook For Preschoolers'. This workbook is perfect for young kids to build their confidence with the development of pen control as they progress through each of the three sections. Section 1 - Basic Lines: Created to build confidence and enjoyment of the child through interactive activities including straight & curved lines and shape formation.Section 2 - Basic Shapes: Additional fun activities for the child that will continue to build pen control and confidence.Section 3 - Letter Formation: This section introduces the child to capital and lower-case letters through the use of pictures. With ample space for the repetition of each letter, the activities provide the child with the foundation to learn each letter and use the correct writing formation.BONUS - Word Formation: Additional activities for those that are ready for a new challenge!The BIG Line and Letter Tracing Workbook For Preschoolers includes: - Activities that build kids confidence and writing muscles through the use of fine motor skills- Repetition of activities that will help boost reading and writing comprehension- Large 8.5 x 11-inch book providing ample writing space- Printed on high quality stock- Gloss cover for improved durability- BONUS: A4 Completion Certificate for your childGive your child the best start to pen control and writing with 'The BIG Line and Letter Tracing Workbook For Preschoolers' today!
Learn to Write For Kids ABC Workbook
Provide your child with a head-start for school and improve their communication skills with the Learn-to-Write Kids For Kids ABC Workbook for ages 3 to 5 years. This is the perfect resource that has been specifically designed to build the confidence of the child with the development of pen control as they progress through each level. Level 1 - Lines & Shapes: This section is all about building the confidence and enjoyment of the child through interactive activities including straight & curved lines and shape formation.Level 2 - Letter Development: This section introduces the child to capital and lower-case letters through the use of pictures. With ample space for the repetition of each letter, the activities provide the child with the foundation to learn each letter and use the correct writing formation.Level 3 - Word Development: In this section, the child can use the skills developed from the previous section to begin to write familiar words by tracing over the provided letters. This will continue to build confidence with the use of commonly known words.My First Learn-to Write For Kids ABC Activity Workbook includes: - Fun and interactive activities to keep your child engaged- Activities that build kids confidence and writing muscles through the use of fine motor skills- Repetition of activities that will help boost reading and writing comprehension- A BONUS: A4 Completion Certificate for your child- Large 8.5 x 11-inch book providing ample writing space- Gloss cover for improved durabilityGive your child the best start to reading and writing with 'Learn to Write For Kids ABC Workbook' today!
Alphabet Letter Tracing for Preschoolers
Practice Makes Perfect! This book is perfect for Preschool kids from ages 3+ to improve their fine motor handwriting skills and alphabet comprehension.Alphabet Letter Tracing for Preschoolers is perfect for young kids to build their confidence with the development of pen control as they progress through each section. Section 1 - Basic Lines: Created to build confidence and enjoyment of the child through interactive activities including straight & curved lines and shape formation.Section 2 - Basic Shapes: Additional fun activities for the child that will continue to build pen control and confidence.Section 3 - Letter Formation: This section introduces the child to capital and lower-case letters through the use of pictures. With ample space for the repetition of each letter, the activities provide the child with the foundation to learn each letter and use the correct writing formation.Alphabet Letter Tracing for Preschoolers includes: - Activities that build kids confidence and writing muscles through the use of fine motor skills- Repetition of activities that will help boost reading and writing comprehension- Large 8.5 x 11-inch book providing ample writing space- Printed on high quality paper stock- Gloss cover for improved durability- BONUS: A4 Completion Certificate for your childGive your child the best start to reading and writing with 'Alphabet Letter Tracing for Preschoolers' workbook today!
Cuaderno para escribir de ”Perros” en Cursivo
Este nuevo libro "Mi primer ABC" de Perros" es el primer libro de alfabeto COMPLETO sobre Perros con una sorpresa en las letras que no aparezca alguna raza existente. A todos los ni簽os o adultos que aman los perros les encantar獺 disfrutar del viaje de aprendizaje en este libro sobre el alfabeto y con fotos de alta calidad de m獺s de 40 razas de perros. Desde la "A de Perro Afgano" hasta la "Z de Zuchon", el libro est獺 hecho para alguien que es amante de las mascotas. Si quieres ense簽ar a alguien (ni簽o, joven, adulto, edad de oro, etc.) la pasi籀n y el amor por los perros, este es el mejor regalo que puedes hacerles.
Language Invention in Linguistics Pedagogy
This book is the first to explore the varied ways in which invented languages can be used to teach languages and linguistics in university courses. There has long been interest in invented languages, also known as constructed languages or conlangs, both in the political arena (as with Esperanto) and in the world of literature and science fiction and fantasy media - Tolkien's Quenya and Sindarin, Dothraki in Game of Thrones, and Klingon in the Star Trek franchise, among many others. Linguists have recently served as language creators or consultants for film and television, with notable examples including Jessica Coon's work on the film Arrival Christine Schreyer's Kryptonian for Man of Steel, David Adger's contributions to the series Beowulf, and David J. Peterson's numerous languages for Game of Thrones and other franchises. The chapters in this volume show how the use of invented languages as a teaching tool can reach a student population who might not otherwise be interested in studying linguistics, as well as helping those students to develop the fundamental core skills of linguistic analysis. Invented languages encourage problem-based and active learning; they shed light on the nature of linguistic diversity and implicational universals; and they provide insights into the complex interplay of linguistic patterns and social, environmental, and historical processes. The volume brings together renowned scholars and junior researchers who have used language invention and constructed languages to achieve a range of pedagogical objectives. It will be of interest to graduate students and teachers of linguistics and those in related areas such as anthropology and psychology.
Language Invention in Linguistics Pedagogy
This book is the first to explore the varied ways in which invented languages can be used to teach languages and linguistics in university courses. There has long been interest in invented languages, also known as constructed languages or conlangs, both in the political arena (as with Esperanto) and in the world of literature and science fiction and fantasy media - Tolkien's Quenya and Sindarin, Dothraki in Game of Thrones, and Klingon in the Star Trek franchise, among many others. Linguists have recently served as language creators or consultants for film and television, with notable examples including Jessica Coon's work on the film Arrival Christine Schreyer's Kryptonian for Man of Steel, David Adger's contributions to the series Beowulf, and David J. Peterson's numerous languages for Game of Thrones and other franchises. The chapters in this volume show how the use of invented languages as a teaching tool can reach a student population who might not otherwise be interested in studying linguistics, as well as helping those students to develop the fundamental core skills of linguistic analysis. Invented languages encourage problem-based and active learning; they shed light on the nature of linguistic diversity and implicational universals; and they provide insights into the complex interplay of linguistic patterns and social, environmental, and historical processes. The volume brings together renowned scholars and junior researchers who have used language invention and constructed languages to achieve a range of pedagogical objectives. It will be of interest to graduate students and teachers of linguistics and those in related areas such as anthropology and psychology.
Deciphering Aztec Hieroglyphs
A portal to the ancient hieroglyphic script of the Aztec Empire. For more than three millennia the cultures of Mesoamerica flourished, yielding the first cities of the Western Hemisphere and developing writing systems that could rival those of the East in their creativity and efficiency. The Nahuatl-speaking Aztecs reigned over one of the greatest imperial civilizations the Americas had ever seen, and until now their intricate and visually stunning hieroglyphs have been overlooked in the story of writing. In this innovative volume Gordon Whittaker provides the reader with a step-by-step, illustrated guide to reading Aztec glyphs, as well as the historical and linguistic context needed to appreciate and understand this fascinating writing system. He also tells the story of how this enigmatic language has been deciphered and gives a tour through Aztec history as recorded in the richly illustrated hieroglyphic codices. This groundbreaking guide is essential reading for anyone interested in the Aztecs, hieroglyphs, or ancient languages.
My First Trilingual ABC
This edition is a book with a totally new and innovative concept. Learn three languages in the same book. This will increase your child's vocabulary to another level by associating words in Spanish, English and French with beautiful illustrations so that the child will better develop his or her language learning potential from a young age. In addition, the child will be able to learn to trace and write. And as a supplement, you can color the image that he drew and that animal is presented in color so you can color it even more beautiful. Excellent production made for the children of this generation. Ideal to give it also to relatives with children and school subjects and homeschooling.
Kindergarten writing paper for School
Handwriting practice paper dotted for children is our first step to help the kids to upgrade their learning. Trace the letters and practice handwriting will help them very quickly. It's an old type of teaching but, it's still the best way. A useful book for the school and the homeschooling moms.Perfect Binding130 Pages8.27 * 11.70 Get the biggest type edition in the best price.
Mi Primer ABC (Impresi籀n Gigante)
Nuestros ni簽os merecen conocer desde peque簽itos las bellezas provenientes de la naturaleza. Este libro "Mi Primer ABC" cumple con ese objetivo. Queremos brindarte a ti, Padre/Madre la oportunidad de interactuar con tus peque簽os de manera simple y did獺ctica el abecedario. Es un libro simple de utilizar y en tama簽o grande con impresi籀n a todo color para facilitar a繳n mas la vista en caso de alg繳n abuelito o persona que tenga problemas de visi籀n.
The Alphabet Book
This new interactive and beautiful edition will help the little children to start learning and improve their knowledge of the alphabet in a simple way. On the book the kid will see a letter with the names and a photo of the animal and different passage of nature. Then in the final pages a complete space so the kid can practice the complete Alphabet. Made in Large Print.
Amharic Alphabet Gebeta book
የዚህ መጽሀፍ አላማ - ይህ መፅሃፍ አማርኛ ቋንቋን በቀላሉ ለልጆች ለማስተማርና እንዲሁም ደግሞ ለሌሎች ራሳቸዉን ለማስተማር ለሚፈልጉ ዜጎች የተዘጋጀ ነዉ።The intent of the book - This book is primarily intended to teach children the Amharic language, but can also be used by all others to teach themselves the basics of the language as well.
My First Dogs ABC
This brand new book "My First ABC: Dogs" is the first COMPLETE alphabet book about Dogs with a surprise inside in the Q. Every child who love dogs will love to enjoy the journey of learn the alphabet with these high quality photos of more than 90 breeds of dogs. From 'A for Afghan Hound' to Z for Zuchon, ' the book is made for someone who is a pet lover. If you want to teach someone (Kid, Young, Adult, Gold Age etc.) the passion and love for dogs, this is the best gift to give them.
Libro Da Colorare Per Bambini
Questo quaderno di scrittura aiuta i bambini di tutte le et? ad imparare le lettere e a migliorare la loro scrittura.Essa costruisce progressivamente la fiducia nella scrittura iniziando conPasso 1: Scrivere l'alfabetoFase 2: Disegnare la figura degli animaliFase 3: Dipingere la propria immagineCon oltre 50 pagine di pratica, il vostro bambino svilupper? il controllo motorio per scrivere bene imparando a riconoscere ogni lettera.Tradotto con www.DeepL.com/Translator (versione gratuita)
Aprende a Escribir las Letras del Alfabeto y N繳meros-Libro Infantil (Letra Grande)
Aprende a Escribir las Letras del Alfabeto y N繳meros es un libro dedicado a la educaci籀n escritural de los ni簽os. Con mas de 50 p獺ginas de pr獺ctica, entre n繳meros y las letras del alfabeto, el ni簽o lograr獺 avanzar su escritura en un mismo libro. Aunque no es un libro espec穩fico para trazar y colorear, tiene en cada letra un dibujo entrecortado para trazarlo y colorearlo de una manera simple.
Joke-Performance in AfricaMode, Media and Meaning
Jokes have always been part of African culture, but never have they been so blended with the strains and gains of the contemporary African world as today. Joke-Performance in Africa describes and analyses the diverse aesthetics, forms, and media of jokes and their performance and shows how African jokes embody the anxieties of the time and space in which they are enacted.The book considers the pervasive phenomenon of jokes and their performance across Africa in such forms as local jests, street jokes, cartoons, mchongoano, ewhe-eje, stand-up comedy, internet sex jokes, and 'comicast' transmitted via modern technology media such as the TV, CDs, DVDs, the internet platforms of YouTube, Facebook, and other social arenas, as well as live performances. Countries represented are Egypt, Kenya, Malawi, Morocco, Nigeria, and Zambia, covering the North, West, East and Southern Africa. The book explores the description of the joke form from various perspectives, ranging from critical discourse analysis, interviews, humour theories, psychoanalysis, the postcolony and technauriture, to the interactive dramaturgy of joke-performances, irrespective of media and modes of performance.Containing insightful contributions from leading African scholars, the book acquaints readers with detailed descriptions of the diverse aesthetics of contemporary African jokes, thereby contributing to the current understanding of joke-performance in Africa. It will appeal to students and scholars of African studies, popular culture, theatre, performance studies and literary studies.
The Family Book of Word of the Day. For a Year. Every Year. Forever.
Vocabulary is more important than you think. Indeed, the number of words children know is a strong predictor of a range of outcomes. The more words a child knows early in their lives, the better they will do in terms of literacy later on, and the better they will do in terms of a number of other outcomes. And it's not just the number of words, but the quality, too, that can affect these outcomes.With this in mind, this book intends to give the reader another tool to be able to increase the size of their vocabulary to help you improve your outcome, no matter what your age. And, let's face it, it can be fun to learn new things. Including words!
Not The End of Metaphoric Madness
Is googly a metaphor for surprises of all sorts? Can hat tricks turn contrarian to transform into a metaphor for successive defeats? Where do you use umpire and referee as metaphors? Are they really two different metaphors? As you sprint towards the finish line, as the start line becomes a mere blur in the circuit of life, which metaphor should be your focus on?Why is your finish line only as good as your start line? How are these two metaphors connected? Is sprint a metaphor for any short and speedy spell of running? When are you likely to short circuit the circuit metaphor? Can stymie be a metaphor for frustrating your initiatives totally, stem and root? When does your food turn into a mulligan stew?How did the common defence strategy of sandbagging turn into a billiards metaphor? Marathon and steeplechase, which is a metaphor for endurance and which is a metaphor for perseverance? Is volley a metaphor for a hail of compliments? Should salvo surprise and sear to be a metaphor? When do you turn gambit into a weasel metaphor?Why should chequered be a metaphor for our basic life philosophy? Which pawn metaphor is extremely negative? When do you run the risk of stalemating the stalemate metaphor? When does stalemate on ground become a diplomatic checkmate?All metaphoric googlies! Springing nasty surprises and visiting you unannounced! Do not get caught off guard!! With Not the End of Metaphoric Madness, you need not feel checkmated. This Book 4 is sure to help you out of your metaphoric dilemmas. It will also assist you in upholding metaphoric propriety and ensure you do not commit a serious metaphoric faux pas.
365 New Words-A-Year Page-A-Day Calendar 2021
A joyful year of language for word nerds, crossword and Scrabble buffs, and vocabulary builders of all ages. Enhance your next colloquy (conversation, dialogue) with a cavalcade (a dramatic sequence or procession: series) of new words to use in daily life. The bestselling word calendar with more than 7.2 million copies in print, 365 New Words-A-Year belongs on the desktops of students, writers, readers, crossword addicts, and other language lovers. Bolster your vocabulary with scientific words (eolian : borne, deposited, produced, or eroded by the wind), words adopted from other languages (fanfaronade: empty boasting: bluster), words about words (haplology: contraction of a word by omission of one or more similar sounds or syllables), and more. Each entry includes a definition, pronunciation, sample sentence, and detailed etymology. Introducing new eco-friendly cardboard backer and larger page size! Printed on FSC-certified paper.
Letter TracingPractice Book, Writing Page, Handwriting For Kids, Kindergarten & Preschoolers, Ages 3-5, Learn & Write Uppercase & Lowercase Pages, Alphabet Letters Workbook, Notebook
This Letter Tracing Practice Book is a perfect way for your child or children who are just starting to learn their uppercase and lowercase letters. Learning to write will be fun and easy for your little one when they trace the letters. It will also build confidence and they will start to increase their fine motor skills. Each page has one letter for them to trace and then write on their own. Dotted line printing will help them write the letters correctly inside the lines. There's also a blank dotted (dashed) line at the bottom of each page for writing words, numbers (upper or lower case), or their name without any tracing. Make their first experience at writing fun & they'll find that they to love to write. Great for beginners. Lined preschool books. Size is 8.5x11 inches, 104 full pages, white paper, soft matte finish cover, black font, ABC print, paperback.
Understanding Hieroglyphs
If you've ever wanted to learn how to read hieroglyphs, this book is the perfect guide. This book will teach you all you need to know about deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs, with the help of hundreds of the most commonly used hieroglyphs arranged in easy-to-use tables, with translations, plus examples from monuments, ancient documents and museum exhibits. Fully illustrated throughout with line drawings, tables and maps, Understanding Hieroglyphs will enthrall anyone who craves the satisfaction of actually understanding the writing which adorns Egyptian monuments and artifacts--unlocking the secrets of an ancient civilization.
Kulinarische Onomastik an Gewaehlten Deutschen Und Polnischen Beispielen
Die Funktion, die im Leben des Menschen der angeblich prosaischen, aber f羹r seine Existenz notwendigen T瓣tigkeit - dem Essen - beigemessen wird, bleibt nicht ohne Einfluss auf die Sprache. Ein bemerkbares Forschungsfeld aus der Schnittstelle des Kulinarischen und der Linguistik bilden kulinarische Namen, die einerseits als Verk繹rperung diverser Aspekte des menschlichen Lebens und andererseits als Manifestation menschlicher Denkweise und Aktivit瓣t gelten. ?berdies sind sie ein Zeugnis der kulturellen und gesellschaftlichen Entwicklung. In dieser Monografie wird ein ?berblick 羹ber diverse linguistische Zug瓣nge zu kulinarischen Namen pr瓣sentiert. Das Ziel ist es dabei, kulinarische Namen aus der sprachwissenschaftlichen Perspektive m繹glichst holistisch und komplex zu beschreiben.
Beginners Japanese Vocabulary JLPT N5Beginners and JLPT N5 Preparation
Cambridge Learning House: Bungo-Japanese SeriesComplete vocabulary for Beginners of Japanese and those preparing for the JLPT N5 examination. Ordered by A - Z of topics this vocabulary guide includes all expected vocabulary for success at JLPT N5Additional support through: -89 Vocabulary Practice Quizzes, -Full JLPT N5 Kanji list with reading exercise, -Full list of Verbs for the N5 JLPT assessment / beginner verb list, -Complete adjective word lists (for both い and な adjectives)-Study guidance using 'Look, Cover, Write, Check'-Completion checklistContent is organised by A-Z topics: Animals, Body, Cleaning, Clothing, Colours, Days, Directions, Drinks, Family, Feelings, Food, Frequencies, Home, Infrastructure, Kitchen, Months, Nature, Numbers, Office, People. Places, Positions, Schools, Seasons, Shopping, Temperature, Time, Travel, Weather, Weeks, Years, Adjective List, Verb ListBeginners Japanese Vocabulary JLPT N5 is an ideal complement to 'Japanese Kanji Practice Book JLPT N5' also published by Cambridge Learning HouseAbout the authorGareth Rogers has been language lecturer for Japanese students at the University of Cambridge for twelve years, including ten years working as Programme Director for both undergraduate, postgraduate and teacher training programmes offered between the University of Cambridge and Nihon University. Prior to this Gareth enjoyed learning Japanese whilst teaching across more than 30 universities and schools in Kyushu where he currently leads a variety of educational projects. Gareth is also head of Teaching & Learning as a senior leader in a UK high school with a particular interest in curriculum development and knowledge acquisition.
ABC
ABC is an adorable alphabet book that is full of gorgeous colours, textures, and cute animals. It comes with funky acrylic and ink paintings on wood, like those well-loved and worn wooden ABC blocks we stacked up, chewed up, kicked around, and dropped as children. This unique children's book is vintage, modern, and timeless.
American Spelling Book
Considered to be the third-best selling book of all time in America. With its distinctive blue cover, it earned the nickname the blue-backed speller and was used over the span of nearly a century. This is an exact reproduction of the 1824 edition.
America in So Many Words
This book presents a unique historical view of American English. It chronicles year by year the contributions Americans have made to the vocabulary of English and the words Americans have embraced through the evolution of the nation. For important years from the settlement of Jamestown until 1750, and for every year from 1750 through 1998, a prominent word is analyzed and discussed in its historical context. The result is a fascinating survey of American linguistic culture through past centuries. The authors -- both lifelong students of American English -- bring great depth of understanding to these key words that have made America, and American English, what they are today.
The Lexicon
This boon to logophiles, culled from Buckley: The Right Word, presents the author's most erudite, outr矇, and interesting words - from prehensile and sciolist to rubric and histrionic - complete with definitions, examples, and usage notes. Introduction by Jesse Sheidlower; illustrations by Arnold Roth.
10 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary
At last, here is a vocabulary-building program that offers you fast, effective techniques for learning hundreds of new words. Drawing on new words from fields that include the internet, politics, and law, 10 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary will help you: Develop the right vocabulary for your profession Distinguish between words that sound or look the same -- from tortuous and torturous to eminent and imminent Feel comfortable and confident when you use new words Enrich your vocabulary with words from science, art, and literature Learn just a few easy word roots to absorb hundreds of related words
American Heritage Word Finder
A thesaurus for adult learners of English. The American Heritage(R) Word Finder is a vocabulary builder designed for adult learners of English. This study guide provides students basic vocabulary to help them achieve their goals, such as entering an English-language university, doing well on an English proficiency test, or finding a good job. Every entry has been selected with the needs of beginning learners in mind. Easy-to-understand example sentences accompany each entry word, showing its use in context. With more than 36,000 synonyms at 4,000 main entries, the American Heritage Word Finder will expand students' vocabulary, improve their writing, help them prepare for language proficiency tests, and set them on the road for success.
The Love of Learning Reading Method Through Phonics
This book is about learning to read and write or learning to write and read. My humble observations have told me that the population of readers and nonreaders can be categorized into three: 1. Those who were not taught reading at all 2. Those whose experience with the teaching learning process was either incomplete, ineffective, or erroneous 3. Those whose grasp of the structure of the English language is insecure or incomplete Those in the first category can benefit from instruction. Those in the second and third categories can benefit from a step-by-step refresher course or instruction in phonics. This is what this book is all about. First, let us get a bird's-eye view of the three populations identified.
The Love of Learning Reading Method Through Phonics
This book is about learning to read and write or learning to write and read. My humble observations have told me that the population of readers and nonreaders can be categorized into three: 1. Those who were not taught reading at all 2. Those whose experience with the teaching learning process was either incomplete, ineffective, or erroneous 3. Those whose grasp of the structure of the English language is insecure or incomplete Those in the first category can benefit from instruction. Those in the second and third categories can benefit from a step-by-step refresher course or instruction in phonics. This is what this book is all about. First, let us get a bird's-eye view of the three populations identified.
Swearing Is Good for You
In this sparkling debut work of popular science, Emma Byrne examines the latest research to show how swearing can be good for you. She explores every angle of swearing--why we do it, how we do it, and what it tells us about ourselves. Packed with the results of unlikely and often hilarious scientific studies--from the "ice-bucket test" for coping with pain, to the connection between Tourette's and swearing, to a chimpanzee that curses at her handler in sign language--Swearing Is Good for You presents a lighthearted but convincing case for the foulmouthed.
Smart Idioms and How to Use Them (附CD)
SMART IDOIMS AND HOW TO USE THEM includes the most vivid and authentic English idioms with fun and high-impact exercises specifically designed for ESL students in intermediate level. It is a thorough, user-friendly resource designed to encourage learning and knowledge retention for classroom and self-study use.SMART IDIOMS AND HOW TO USE THEM是一本用成語、俚語學英文的中階教材，內容豐富、練習紮實。本書利用各式各樣的道地片語，讓學生練習一般課堂上學習不到的表達方式，也能同時熟悉美、加文化中的各種情境。每單元的練習豐富多變，在不同語境中重複應用所學，讓ESL學生熟能生巧，對於英語的掌握更上一層樓。本書特色n 依主題分21個單元，從對話實境中自然而然學習道地成語、俚語。n 透過閱讀、聽力、字彙解說，反覆練習與例句寫作掌握精確用法。n 各單元後再加碼Bonus Section，延伸更多內容與範例，充分挑戰。n 母語ESL教學專家編寫，對話部分附道地美式英語聽力CD。n 另有課後額外團體活動與趣味練習，供教師備課與課堂演練資源。
30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary
A Bigger Vocabulary = A Brighter Future. Transform Your Vocabulary.and Your Life with these 500 words.
Vocabulary Power for Business
Communicate successfully in the business world and watch your career benefit as a result!
The Vocabulary Builder Workbook
Improve your vocabulary with simple lessons and activities.Building your vocabulary requires more than flash cards. That's why leading test-prep expert, Chris Lele, developed a new method for introducing words into your vocabulary. With The Vocabulary Builder Workbook, you'll gain and retain a fundamental understanding of more than 1,400 essential words.For teens, it's an excellent summer workbook, letting them engage with and elevate their language skills. Ideal for those taking the SAT, ACT, or GRE--or for those who simply want to practice and boost their reading, writing and speaking skills--this workbook for adults and teens makes the task of expanding your vocabulary an opportunity for real learning and growth.If you're looking for books to better your vocabulary, this vocabulary workbook includes: Expertly designed lessons--Explore lessons organized by theme to help you identify roots, form associations, and recognize thousands of additional words outside of this workbook.A progressive approach--Build up your SAT vocabulary with lessons that steadily increase in difficulty for continued advancement.Retention-focused activities--Discover exercises designed to help you remember every word long after the test is over.Get a summer workbook to help you increase your vocabulary and become a better reader, writer, and test-taker with The Vocabulary Builder Workbook.
