Teaching children to develop as language users is one of the most important tasks of a primary teacher yet the evidence suggests that many primary teachers still begin their careers with a low knowledge base. Fully revised in line with the new primary curriculum this book offers language knowledge in a reader-friendly & accessible way. It shows teachers how a more explicit knowledge of language can enrich their own & their childrens spoken English & their reading & writing of a range of texts. It will give teachers confidence as they approach the task of developing childrens enjoyment of & power to use language of all kinds. This book clearly explores: the importance of subject knowledge for supporting children in language & literacy; language knowledge within the context of authentic & meaningful texts; & the links between subject knowledge & real teaching situations. This book will appeal to all trainee & newly qualified primary teachers needing to achieve both the demands of a subject knowledge for QTS & a firm understanding of the National Literacy Strategy & new primary curriculum. The following are new to this edition: new chapter exploring the characteristics of talk & dialogic learning; increased emphasis on ICT & extended coverage of multimedia; extended section on phonics; & increased cross-curricular studies emphasis. ...

The Advanced Language Leader Coursebook has 12 units covering factual topics from journalism & media to science & nature. After every 3 units there is a review spread which practices the language that has been taught. The CD-ROM contains listening activities grammar & vocabulary exercises dictionary work & a writing section. ...

It contains: * Motivating & informative texts which improve reading & listening skills * Scenario lessons that focus on key language & work towards a final communicative task. * Systematic grammar & vocabulary practice with extensive recycling & frequent review units * A strong focus on study skills encouraging independent learning * A stimulating & comprehensive writing syllabus ...

For Mary Russell & her husband Sherlock Holmes returning to the Sussex coast after seven months abroad is a delicious anticipation. But the longed for sweetness of their homecoming is quickly tempered by a bitter memory from her husbands past. Mary had met Damian Adler only once before but the talented & troubled young man is enlisting her help again this time in a desperate search for his missing wife & child. From suicides among the Standing Stones to a bizarre religious cult from the heart of Bohemian London to dark secrets on the streets of Shanghai Russell will find herself on the trail of a killer more dangerous than any shes ever faced
- a killer Sherlock Holmes himself may be protecting for reasons near & dear to his heart.
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Find out who cast the P from a spell; read about the queen who dreams of eating burgers & chips; see what happened to the friend who swallowed a DVD; best of all learn the language of Cat. With wordplay & riddles & poems that make you laugh tell you stories & make you think this is a remarkable debut collection from an exciting new childrens poet. ...

'A flower is not a flower alone; A thousand thoughts invest it' All over the world flowers are an integral part of human culture whether it is the perfect table centre for a wedding a beautiful bouquet for a birthday a message of thanks or to pay one's respect at a funeral. But while everyone knows that red roses signify love few may realise that an entire language of flowers exists with every bloom folliage & plant having a particular emotion attached be it hazel for reconcilliation wisteria for welcome or ivy for fidelity. This unique language was created by the romantic early Victorians who carefully planned every bouquet & posy so as to deliver a desired message. Bringing the language to a new generation this beautifully illustrated miscellany contains fifty profiled flowers a dictionary searchable by emotion & ideas for creating bouquets & arrangements for specific occasions. This gift book is a novel present that any flower lover will want to own. ...

This title is shortlisted for the CMI Management Book of the Year 2012. The difference between competent communication & inspiring communication can be the difference between poor performance & outstanding results. The traditional model for what constitutes a good leader is changing & CEOs & HR professionals now say the ability to understand motivate & inspire others is the characteristic that is most important when recruiting senior leaders. Based on original interviews with an extraordinary list of 60 top leaders from a wide range business sectors The Language of Leaders" provides a unique insight into how they have responded to the demands of a transparent world reports on what they have learned & creates a lexicon for successful communication. Their message is resoundingly clear
- communication is a now a crucial top three skill of leadership. It is only through mastering this skill that leaders can effectively engage with people within & outside an organization & ultimately build trust
- the essential pre-requisite of success. Filled with actionable lessons & insights from leading CEOs of high-profile global organisations " The Language of Leaders" is a book that anybody in a leadership position or who aspires to lead should read & keep on their desks."

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Melody Beattie brings you 50 cards to help remind you that each day you can ask for & accept the healing energy of God & the Universe. Remember that you are all part of & one with the continuous cycle of healing & she urges you to live according to the concepts of detachment & present-moment living. ...

Melody Beattie the best-selling author of The Language of Letting Go" brings you 50 cards to help remind you that each day you can ask for & accept the healing energy of God & the Universe. This beautifully illustrated deck will inspire you to live in the here-&-now; & by doing so you can allow life to happen instead of trying to force outcomes. When you relinquish regrets over the past & fears about the future you can truly make the most of every day." ...

This beautifully packaged & accessible guide is the perfect companion to learning the phrases of London's East End & the interesting origins behind Cockney Rhyming Slang
- a language first invented as a secret code among the thieves of London's underworld. Organized thematically rather than alphabetically this book allows the reader to gain a full & comprehensive understanding of how to use a range of cockney phrases in each given scenario. Covering all the popular traditional cockney phrases as well as some more modern additions that aren't as well known hundreds of sayings are featured & explained. So if you're gagging to get your Hampstead Heath into popular reference at its most fascinating pull up a Vanity Fair pour your self a cup of Rosie Lee & get stuck into this highly enter taining Captain Cook.
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