Adult Language Learning

Arthur Conan Doyle ranked "The Red-Headed League" second in his list of his 12 favorite Sherlock Holmes stories. It is one of Holmes' most intriguing cases, in which he has to solve a problem caused by a strange society in which the only criteria for admission is bright red hair!

Explores the fascinating world of 3D printing. With fun facts and engaging discussion topics, this short audiobook provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

Hablar en inglés no tiene por qué tomarte muchísimos años. Aprender inglés para adultos principiantes: 5 libros en 1 es ideal para adultos ocupados que quieren poder comunicarse en inglés rápido. En el libro, te presentamos las reglas gramaticales, el vocabulario, las frases más comunes y todo lo que necesitas para hablar inglés fluido en poco tiempo.

The world is slowly opening again, which means you could now finally take that trip to the Spanish-speaking country that you’ve been meaning to… But what if you get there and you sound like a complete foreigner? What if you want to speak to a local but you get tongue-tied finding the right words to say? It doesn’t have to be that way… Here’s the deal: We created this Spanish-speaking crash course so you can become conversational in 30 days or less... without spending months on an app that you have to mentally force yourself to use.

IELTS is the most popular English exam in the world today. It is also the ideal way to perfect the English language from a basic to advanced level. In this series, you will be escorted through the course with Richard Aspinall, a teacher who has a proven track record in teaching the IELTS curriculum successfully all over the world. He will take you through this "easy to follow" step-by-step guide where you will be represented by a student and you will learn everything you need to know to improve your English.

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is arguably one of the world's finest example of Gothic literature. This guide, written especially for those studying English literature, takes you through everything you need to know about this great novel. Not only does the series discuss each chapter in detail, there are specific tutorials that cover the genre, themes, context, characters, structure and form and key quotations to ensure that you have the necessary knowledge to succeed in both your coursework and your exams.

¡Hola, amigo! Are you ready to unlock the secrets of Spanish and embark on an unforgettable linguistic adventure? Look no further! 'Spanish Short Stories For Beginners' is your magical key to mastering the beautiful language of salsa, and siesta! Imagine confidently ordering tapas in Barcelona, effortlessly chatting with locals in Mexico City, or impressing your friends with your flawless Spanish pronunciation. This audiobook will make it all possible!

Even experienced ESL teachers get stuck in a rut. It's time to find some fresh ideas! Whether you're a first-time ESL/EFL/TEFL teacher, an experienced but overwhelmed instructor, or an instructor without a textbook, you need more activities for your conversation or speaking classes. If you're tired of wasting time wading through the junk on the internet, then Jackie is here to help.

Whether you're a first-time ESL/EFL/TEFL teacher, an experienced but overwhelmed instructor, or an instructor without a textbook, you need more activities for your English classes focused on teaching grammar. If you're tired of wasting time wading through the junk on the Internet, then Jackie is here to help in a big way! These are the activities that she uses in her own classes.

Vous êtes débutant dans l'apprentissage de l'espagnol ou avez besoin de faire quelques révisions ? Vous souhaitez non seulement pouvoir parler couramment mais aussi comprendre clairement ce que l'on vous dit ? Bienvenue chez Polyglot Planet. Grâce à nous, vous disposez maintenant des outils adaptés, de l'énergie et de la motivation qu'il vous faut pour comprendre et parler espagnol, en toute confiance.

Vous êtes débutant dans l'apprentissage de l'anglais ou avez besoin de faire quelques révisions ? Vous souhaitez non seulement pouvoir parler couramment mais aussi comprendre clairement ce que l'on vous dit? Bienvenue chez Polyglot Planet. Grâce à nous, vous disposez maintenant des outils adaptés, de l'énergie et de la motivation qu'il vous faut pour comprendre et parler anglais en toute confiance.

The audio course Geography for 8th Grade covers the main sections of the study curriculum....

IELTS is the most popular English exam in the world today. It is also the ideal way to perfect the English language from a basic to advanced level. In this series, you will be escorted through the course with Richard Aspinall, a teacher who has a proven track record in teaching the IELTS curriculum successfully all over the world, he will take you through this "easy to follow" step-by-step guide, in which you will be represented by a student and you will learn everything you need to know to improve your English.

An eye-opening guide on how we talk and write to one another, Word Wise explores 400+ of the most common cases of word trash (filler words, hyperbole, and abstractions) and word power (verbs of action, ear candy, onomatopoeia). Examining social media, the language of Donald Trump, AI language research, and heard-on-the-street lingo, communication expert Will Jelbert offers simple and concrete recommendations for improving your own vernacular. With wit, practical applications, and a small dose of grammar, Word Wise will help you communicate more effectively at home, at work, and online.

The world has opened again, which means you can now finally take that trip to Japan, the country you’ve wanted to visit for so long... But what if you get there and sound like a complete foreigner? What if you start speaking to a local but get tongue-tied finding the right words to say? Sounds like a nightmare, right? It doesn't have to be that way... Here's the deal: We created this Japanese-speaking crash course dedicated to making you conversational in 30 days or less – without spending months on a random language app that you'd mentally force yourself to use.

Are you relatively new to learning French or do you need to brush-up on your language skills? You wish to not only talk like a native, but also understand them clearly? Welcome to Polyglot Planet. We provide you with the right tools, energy and motivation for you to understand and speak French confidently.

Filled with practical tips and helpful advice, Dear Ally is a treasure for aspiring writers at any stage of their careers. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at how books get made, from idea to publication, and gives you insight into the writing processes of some of the biggest and most talented YA authors writing today.

This audiobook contains condensed versions of 28 literary works intended for study at literature lessons in 7th grade. Russian literature represented with: Alexandr Kuprin "Bely pudel", "Chudesny doktor", Andrey Platonov "Neizvestny tsvetok", "Yushka", Anton Chekhov "Dva rasskaza", Alexandr Pushkin "Grobovschik", Vasily Shukshin "Volki", Evgeny Nosov "Kukla", Ivan Bunin "Dalekoe", Ivan Turgenev "Khor i Kalinych", Leonid Andreev "Kusaka", Maksim Gorky "Larra", and more.

Lettura+Ascolto. Come migliorare l'apprendimento linguistico, emotivo ed empatico con gli audiolibri' è un saggio di Maurizio Falghera che per la prima volta esplora le potenzialità e le ripercussioni dell'esperienza dell'ascolto abbinata, in sincronia, a quella della lettura.

Life Strategies for Teens is the first guide to teenage life that won't tell you what to do, or who to be, but rather how to live life best. Employing the techniques from Dr. Phil McGraw's Life Strategies, his son Jay provides teens with the 10 Laws of Life that make the journey to adulthood an easier and more fulfilling trip. Whether dealing with the issues of popularity, peer pressure, ambition, or ambivalence, Life Strategies for Teens is an enlightening guide.