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More copies of this ISBNOther titles in the Oxford Picture Dictionary series:
Oxford Picture Dictionary: Monolingualby Oxford
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Content is organized within 12 thematic units, including Everyday Language, People, Housing, Food and Recreation.
Each unit starts with an Intro page (new to this edition) and ends with a story page, with single or double-page sub-topics introducing new words in a realistic visual context and easy-to-learn "chunks." The target new vocabulary is listed and simple practice activities help students put their new words into practice. Story pages include pre-reading questions to build previewing and predicting skills and post-reading questions and role-play activities to support critical thinking and to encourage students to use the new language they have learned. Rich visual contexts recycle words from the unit. This structure is designed to address the needs of multilevel classrooms. Supporting components include more guidance on this topic as well as assessing needs and lesson planning. (available in English only). Synopsis:A remarkable second edition of the best-selling and well loved Oxford Picture Dictionary, features over 4,000 words and phrases illustrated with all new vibrant, crystal-clear artwork. The topics, based on extensive input from teachers and students, have been thoroughly updated to meet the needs of today's English language learners.
· 4,000 words and phrases, illustrated with crystal-clear and vibrant illustrations meet the needs of today's language learners. · Practice activities at the bottom of almost every page enable students immediately use the target vocabulary. · New! Intro pages at the beginning of every unit present key vocabulary for learners at all levels. · New! Story pages at the end of each unit promote reading development and critical thinking skills. Synopsis:A remarkable second edition of the best-selling and well loved Oxford Picture Dictionary, features over 4,000 words and phrases illustrated with all new vibrant, crystal-clear artwork. The topics, based on extensive input from teachers and students, have been thoroughly updated to meet the needs of today's English language learners.
About the AuthorJayme Adelson-Goldstein is an ESL teacher-trainer and curriculum consultant. She is the series director of Step Forward, series editor of Read and Reflect, author of Listen First, and the co-author of numerous ESL texts, including The Oxford Picture Dictionary. Jayme gives workshops on vocabulary development, focused listening, multi-level instruction and communicative teaching techniques throughout the United States.
Table of ContentsIntroduction
1. Everyday Language Meeting and Greeting Personal Information School A Classroom Studying Succeeding in School A Day at School Everyday Conversation Weather The Telephone Numbers Measurements Time The Calendar Calendar Events Describing Things Colors Prepositions Money Shopping Same and Different 2. People Adults and Children Describing People Describing Hair Families Childcare and Parenting Daily Routines Life Events and Documents Feelings A Family Reunion 3. Housing The Home Finding a Home Apartments Different Places to Live A House and Yard A Kitchen A Dining Room A Living Room A Bathroom A Bedroom The Kids' Bedroom Housework Cleaning Supplies Household Problems and Repairs The Tenant Meeting 4. Food Back from the Market Fruit Vegetables Meat and Poultry Seafood and Deli A Grocery Store Containers and Packaging Weights and Measurements Food Preparation and Safety Kitchen Utensils Fast Food Restaurant A Coffee Shop Menu A Restaurant The Farmer's Market 5. Clothing Everyday Clothes Casual, Work, and Formal Clothing Seasonal Clothing Underwear and Sleepwear Workplace Clothing Shoes and Accessories Sizes, Styles, and Patterns Describing Clothes Making Clothes Making Alterations Doing the Laundry A Garage Sale 6. Health The Body Inside and Outside the Body Personal Hygiene Symptoms and Injuries Illnesses and Medical Conditions A Pharmacy Taking Care of your Health Medical Emergencies First Aid Medical Care Dental Care Hospital A Health Fair 7. Community Downtown City Streets An Intersection A Mall The Bank The Library The Post Office Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government and Military Service Civic Rights and Responsibilities The Legal System Crime Public Safety Emergencies and Natural Disasters Emergency Procedures Community Cleanup 8. Transportation Basic Transportation Public Transportation Prepositions of Motion Traffic Signs Directions and Maps Cars and Trucks Buying and Maintaining a Car Parts of a Car An Airport Taking a Trip 9. Work The Workplace Jobs and Occupations A-C Jobs and Occupations C-H Jobs and Occupations H-P Jobs and Occupations P-W Job Skills Office Skills Career Planning Job Search Interview Skills A Factory Landscaping and Gardening Farming and Ranching Construction Job Safety Tools and Building Supplies An Office A Hotel Food Service A Bad Day at Work 10. Areas of Study Schools and Subjects English Composition Mathematics Science Computers The Internet U.S. History World History North America and Central America World Map Geography and Habitats The Universe A Graduation 11. Plants and Animals Nature Center Trees and Plants Flowers Marine Life, Amphibians, and Reptiles Birds, Insects, and Arachnids Domestic Animals and Rodents Mammals Energy and Conservation U.S. National Parks 12. Recreation Places to Go The Park and Playground The Beach Outdoor Recreation Winter and Water Sports Individual Sports Team Sports Sports Verbs Sports Equipment Hobbies and Games Electronics and Photography Entertainment Music Holidays A Birthday Party Verb Guide How to use the Index Index Geographical Index Research Bibliography What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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