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Graded Readers

By Lingo Mastery

Do you know what the hardest thing for a Spanish learner is? Finding PROPER reading material that they can handle…which is precisely the reason we’ve written this book! Teachers love giving out tough, expert-level literature to their students, books that present many new problems to the reader and force them to search for words in a dictionary every five minutes — it’s not entertaining, useful or motivating for the student at all, and many soon give up on learning at all! In this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-read, compelling and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the wonderful Spanish tongue. How Spanish Short Stories for Beginners works: Each story will involve an important lesson of the tools in the Spanish language (Verbs, Adjectives, Past Tense, Giving Directions, and more), involving an interesting and entertaining story with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations. The summaries follow: a synopsis in Spanish and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about. At the end of those summaries, you’ll be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance! Finally, you’ll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Spanish, providing you with the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Don’t worry if you don’t know the answer to any — we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating! So look no further! Pick up your copy of Spanish Short Stories for Beginners and start learning Spanish right now!

Language Spanish Education

Graded Readers

By Claudia Orea,

Learn Spanish and improve your Spanish listening skills with these short stories. Gain a greater vocabulary that you can use immediately, every day. You will add 1500+ Spanish words and expressions to your repertoire through the encounter of descriptive sentences and casual conversations woven throughout the stories. Sharpen your comprehension of the spoken word by listening to the audio via two native Spanish speakers (male and female voice). Learn how to pronounce Spanish words properly. You receive audio in three formats: Slow version of the stories in a male voice which helps beginners improve their pronunciation. Normal speed of those stories in a female voice for intermediate and advanced learners. Train your ears to understand what is being said. Only the vocabulary with enough time to repeat the words with their English translation: audio flash cards! These stories are perfect for beginners as well as for those who want to brush up on their Spanish language skills. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

Language Spanish Education

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By Margarita Madrigal, Andy Warhol

Learn the basics of the Spanish language with this easy-to-use guide featuring original illustrations by Andy Warhol—from one of America's most prominent language teachers. Read, write, and speak Spanish in only a few short weeks! Even the most reluctant learner will be astonished at the ease and effeciveness of Margarita Madrigal’s unique method of teaching a foreign language. Completely eliminating rote memorization and painfully boring drills, Madrigal's Magic Key to Spanish is guaranteed to help you: • Learn to speak, read, and write Spanish quickly and easily • Convert English into Spanish in an instant • Start forming sentences after the very first lesson • Identify thousands of Spanish words within a few weeks of study • Travel to Spanish-speaking countries with confidence and comfort • Develop perfect pronunciation, thanks to a handy pronunciation key With original black and white illustration by Andy Warhol, Madrigal's Magic Key to Spanish will provide readers with a solid foundation upon with to build their language skills.

Language Spanish Education

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By Barbara Bregstein

Go from beginner’s Spanish to mastery with this single, comprehensive guide! Experts agree: the quickest route to learning a language―from beginner to advanced―is through a solid grounding in grammar and well-crafted exercises that reinforce lessons in vocabulary, essential structures. This premium resource combines two bestsellers, Easy Spanish Step-by-Step and Advanced Spanish Step-by-Step into one easy-to-use guide. Following a series of logically interconnected “steps,” you’ll progress from the basics and essential structures to more advanced concepts that govern how Spanish is spoken and written―including the use of preterit and imperfect tenses, commands, the present and past subjunctive, idiom, and much, much more. Complete Spanish Step-by-Step brings you: • Two bestselling books in one convenient, easy-to-use guide • Unique “building block” approach to mastering essential grammar, verbs, and vocabulary • Tools to help you begin speaking Spanish almost immediately • Audio recordings of answers to 150 exercises via the exclusive McGraw-Hill Language Lab app • Exercises to help test and measure your progress, and more

Language Spanish Education

Textbook

By Christopher Kendris Ph.D., Theodore Kendris Ph.D.

Choose Barron’s for language learning--a trusted resource for over 50 years! This brand-new edition of 501 Spanish Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common Spanish verbs--in all tenses and moods! Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form—one verb per page along with its English translation. Follow the clear, concise instruction, then take your language fluency to the next level with an all-new online activity center. This comprehensive guide also includes: Lists of synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and usage examples for every verb A concise grammar review for easy reference The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest Spanish verbs Over 2,300 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 models Online content includes: Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation Listening comprehension Four practice quizzes with automated scoring and answers

Language Spanish Education

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By Living Language

The Essential package is a unique multimedia introduction to Spanish. At the core of Essential Spanish is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our method teaches you the whole language, so you can express yourself, not just recite memorized words or scripts. Millions have learned with Living Language®. Now it’s your turn. • Book: 10 lessons, additional review exercises and dialogues, an extensive glossary, and a grammar summary—plus a bonus notebook • 3 Audio CDs*: Vocabulary, dialogues, audio exercises, and more—listen while using the books or use for review on the go • Free Online Learning: Flashcards, games, and interactive quizzes for each lesson at www.livinglanguage.com/languagelab *Access to downloadable audio also available with purchase. To learn more visit livinglanguage.com. The Living Language Method™ Build a Foundation Start speaking Spanish immediately using essential words and phrases. Progress with Confidence Build on each lesson as you advance to full sentences, then actual conversations. Retain what You’ve Learned Special recall exercises move your new language from short-term to long-term memory. Achieve Your Goals Don’t just mimic or memorize. Develop practical language skills to speak in any situation. Read less

Language Spanish Education

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By Susana Wald, Cecie Kraynak

Learn Latin American Spanish quickly and painlessly The job market for those who are bilingual is expanding rapidly. Businesses and government agencies are hiring translators; retailers and advertisers are concentrating more energy in targeting the Spanish-speaking ; and hospitals and agencies are seeking to overcome language barriers. Whether you’re a student studying Spanish, a traveler gearing up for a trip to a Spanish-speaking country and need to learn the basics, or a upwardly mobile looking to get ahead of the pack in your career by learning a second language, Spanish For Dummies, 2nd edition is your hands-on guide to quickly and painlessly learn Latin American Spanish that includes: Expanded coverage of grammar, verb conjugations, and pronunciations A refreshed and expanded mini-dictionary complete with even more essential vocabulary, exercises, and more A revamped and expanded bonus CD-ROM that includes real-life dialogue to aid in your learning Whether you’re looking to learn Spanish for use in the home, class, at the office, or on the go, Spanish For Dummies, 2nd edition has you covered!

Language Spanish Education

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By William E. Linney, Antonio Luis Orta

What's preventing you from teaching Spanish in your homeschool or learning it on your own? If you're intimidated because you've never studied Spanish, bewildered by traditional Spanish books that move too fast, or just don't know where to begin, then Getting Started with Spanish is for you! Specifically designed to overcome these types of obstacles, Getting Started with Spanish is divided into simple lessons that explain the fundamentals of Spanish grammar in a way that anyone can grasp. Instead of burying you in mountains of information to memorize, new words and concepts are introduced in a gradual and systematic way. You can immediately apply what you've learned by translating the fun exercises at the end of each lesson. Quickly check your work by turning to the included answer key. To hear the words pronounced, listen to the free recordings available from www.GettingStartedWithSpanish.com. For additional help and instruction, the author has provided extensive audio commentary recordings that teach through every lesson. With everything you need here in one book, why aren't you Getting Started with Spanish?

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By Marta Lopez, Cristina Hernandez Montero

Lonely Planet Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Spanish phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Enjoy the thrilling conversation with a local over sangria, ask about a tucked-away a tablao flamenco or eat your way through a tapas menu -all with your trusted travel companion. With language tools in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of wherever you go, so begin your journey now! Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation! Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meanings Order with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoder Save time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertips Never get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionary Be prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminology Meet friends with conversation starter phrases Get your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guides Inside Lonely Planet Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary: Full-colour throughout User-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categories Survival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance on-the-fly cues Covers Basics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rules Practical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodation, directions, border crossing, transport Social - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weather Safe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditions Food - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredients The Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance. Great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.

Language Spanish Education

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By Barbara Bregstein

A proven grammar based approach that gets you communicating in Spanish with confidence, right away Easy Spanish Step by Step proves that a solid grounding in grammar basics is the key to mastering a second language. Grammatical rules and concepts are clearly explained in order of importance, and more than 300 verbs and key terms are introduced on the basis of frequency. Numerous exercises and engaging readings help learners quickly build their Spanish speaking and comprehension prowess.

Language Spanish Education

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By Joseph J. Keenan

Many language books are boring—this one is not. Written by a native English speaker who learned Spanish the hard way—by trying to talk to Spanish-speaking people—it offers English speakers who have a basic knowledge of Spanish hundreds of tips for using the language more fluently and colloquially, with fewer obvious “gringo” errors. Writing with humor, common sense, and a minimum of jargon, Joseph J. Keenan covers everything from pronunciation, verb usage, and common grammatical mistakes to the subtleties of addressing other people, “trickster” words that look alike in both languages, inadvertent obscenities, and intentional swearing. He guides readers through the set phrases and idiomatic expressions that pepper the native speaker’s conversation and provides a valuable introduction to the most widely used Spanish slang. With this book, both students in school and adult learners who never want to see another classroom can rapidly improve their speaking ability. Breaking Out of Beginner’s Spanish will be an essential aid in passing the supreme language test—communicating fluently with native speakers.

Language Spanish Education

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By Gilda Nissenberg

The most hands-on, practical workbook for learning to read, write and speak Spanish flawlessly Practice, practice, practice―and improve your ability to read, write and speak Spanish as it’s really used. Practice Makes Perfect: Complete Spanish Grammar, Premium Fourth Edition has everything you need to progress from beginning to advanced fluency, from clear explanations and practical examples to all the practice required for language mastery. This updated, new edition boasts enhanced audio support online and via mobile app, ensuring you’ll speak the language as well as you write and speak it. In addition to recordings of the answers of more than 200 exercises in the book, the McGraw-Hill Language Lab app now includes audio for hundreds of example sentences throughout the book, along with text-to-speech pronunciation for all vocabulary flashcard lists. Practice Makes Perfect Complete Spanish Grammar, Premium Fourth Edition features: • 350 exercises in 26 units covering all aspects of Spanish grammar, with explanations that include useful/helpful comparisons with English grammar • Author has a proven teaching record, with extensive experience as an educator and curriculum developer • Clear explanations and thorough exercises • Recordings of exercise answers, and, new to this edition: example sentences and vocabulary lists • Exercises for use either in the classroom use or for individual study

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By Ronni Gordon

The Ultimate Beginner Program for Communicating in SpanishIf your goal is to communicate in Spanish using authentic structures and a broad vocabulary, The Ultimate Spanish 101 is the program for you! More comprehensive than other language guides or mobile apps, and more concise than a traditional textbook, The Ultimate Spanish 101, complete with textbook and Language Lab app, leads beginning learners step-by-step to language fluency.This program consists of 16 lessons, equivalent to a first-year college course, that can be adapted to fit your own schedule. You will develop language skills essential for communication: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Numerous short dialogues, based on everyday situations and reinforced by extensive practice, ensure that you will be ready to put your growing command of the Spanish language into practice.The Ultimate Spanish 101features:* Clear explanations of high-frequency vocabulary and sentence structures* Interesting dialogues based on everyday situations, using authentic language* More than 300 exercises that take you from structured practice to free expression* Regular and predictable format to ensure you can work efficiently* Appreciation of the Spanish language and Hispanic culturePremium mobile resources support and enhance your study:180 DIALOGUES recorded by native speakers of SpanishLISTENING PRACTICE to improve your pronunciation and reinforce sentence structuresAUDIO EXERCISES to put your speaking skills into practiceFLASHCARDS to help you memorize vocabulary and verb forms

Language Spanish Education

Textbook

By Christopher Kendris Ph.D., Theodore Kendris Ph.D.

Choose Barron’s for language learning--a trusted resource for over 50 years! This brand-new edition of 501 Spanish Verbs provides language learners with fingertip access to a carefully curated selection of the 501 most common Spanish verbs--in all tenses and moods! Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form—one verb per page along with its English translation. Follow the clear, concise instruction, then take your language fluency to the next level with an all-new online activity center. This comprehensive guide also includes: Lists of synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and usage examples for every verb A concise grammar review for easy reference The popular 55 Essential Verbs feature, with an in-depth look at usage and formation for the trickiest Spanish verbs Over 2,300 additional verbs conjugated like the 501 models Online content includes: Audio program modeling native speaker rhythms and pronunciation Listening comprehension Four practice quizzes with automated scoring and answers

Language Spanish Education

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By Caitlin H Cuneo

Most textbooks are written for teachers. This one is written for students. Carefully crafted by a professional Spanish tutor after years of working one-on-one with students of all ages and ability levels. Caitlin Cuneo has taught Spanish to Olympic athletes, District Attorneys, fashion models and many others! Specifically designed for students who struggle in a traditional classroom setting; new students of Spanish; and students who need a refresher from their high school or college Spanish days. The No Nonsense Spanish Workbook contains: Detailed answer key now included in back of book Active vocabulary learning activities Chapter quizzes to test your learning Over 20 creative writing activities Take-it-Apart Grammar practice sections to improve reading comprehension Insightful verb charts Teaching and practice activities designed to address the specific areas in which students often struggle Most Common Spanish Verbs quick reference chart Bonus holiday activities! Have you tried other Spanish textbooks, workbooks, computer programs or apps and found that they don't work as promised? Don't give up. Here's why this book is different: Teaching and practice activities designed to address the specific areas in which the students often struggle. Designed to help you or your child develop a deeper understanding of how the Spanish language works. Tried and tested with real students to ensure that the activities are effective and easy to understand. Developed carefully and intentionally over time, not by a large textbook publisher. No flashy advertising or false promises. The most successful Spanish learners have many tools in their toolbox. This workbook will be a fantastic addition to your Spanish learning toolkit. It gives students a solid foundation of grammar and the underlying structure of the Spanish language. This allows students to incorporate new vocabulary and concepts more efficiently, and to handle curveballs that may be thrown at them in the classroom or in the Spanish-speaking world. Learning a language is a complex and challenging process. Don't be fooled by products that promise to make you fluent. It simply doesn't work that way. But don't be discouraged. Millions of people in this world speak more than one language, and you can too. With this workbook, the proper accompanying tools and some hard work and dedication, you will be well on your way to becoming a Spanish speaker!

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