Learn to understand, speak and read Modern Standard Arabic confidently with this lively and accessible text. Mastering Arabic 1 is aimed at beginners with little or no previous knowledge of the language. It gradually builds knowledge, introducing the Arabic script from the very first page. Mastering Arabic 1 is in full colour and features an abundance of cartoons, photos and engaging exercises. It also offers a wealth of audio and video resources, free-to-access online! Easily the bestselling Arabic course on the market, it is widely used in universities, schools, community colleges, adult evening classes and for self-study. New to this Edition: · Extended reading exercises that challenge students with longer passages, accompanied by exercises on the companion website. Links to newspapers and other Arabic material can also be found here. · Expanded video selection, now covering every language learning unit. · A refreshed design with updated photo programme. · Strengthened cross-referencing with the accompanying Grammar and Activity books.

This bestselling Arabic course has long been a trusted resource for beginner students of the Arabic language! Mastering Arabic 1 features an attractive full-color design with a wealth of illustrations and photos, access to a free website with online exercises and videos, and conversation sections which encourage you to begin speaking Arabic right away. Designed for both classroom use and self-study, Mastering Arabic 1 is a modern, engaging beginning Arabic course that offers lively dialogues, a variety of texts and exercises, and fascinating cultural insights. Teaches Modern Standard Arabic, the universal language of the Arab world Includes 20 carefully-paced units with cartoon illustrations, engaging exercises and conversation sections Useful, relevant lessons cover everyday situations related to introductions, family, jobs, dining, shopping and much more Offers a gradual introduction to the language, script, and grammar through audio, video, stories, and easy-to-follow explanations Free online audio featuring pronunciation by native speakers Access to a free website with videos and online exercises to reinforce and supplement the lessons

A practice book in developing Arabic skills in reading and writing through engaging and highly illustrated exercises, designed to increase confidence in and understanding of basic Arabic. Written by bestselling authors, this book is suited for all beginners in Arabic, whether for self-study or classroom use. The book teaches Modern Standard Arabic. The Activity Book works perfectly as a companion to Mastering Arabic 1, but can equally well be used alongside any introductory course. It is aimed at beginners who are currently working through or who have completed an introductory course and wish to practice vocabulary and grammar and build their competence through a lively, diverse range of exercises. New to this edition: · Strengthened cross referencing between Mastering Arabic 1 Activity Book, the main Mastering Arabic 1 text and the accompanying Grammar book. · A refreshed design with updated activities to reflect changes in the new edition of Mastering Arabic 1. · Expanded companion website video selection.

Egypt is the most populous Arab country, and Egyptian Arabic is the language that all Egyptians speak. This user-friendly reference includes the essential words, phrases and expressions a visitor would need to experience and enjoy Egypt to the fullest. Egyptian Arabic is also widely understood in other Arab countries, making this dictionary and phrasebook a very useful communication tool for visitors to these countries as well. The two-way dictionary section is extensive, and contains a wealth of words and phrases commonly used by Egyptians as they go about their daily lives, and beyond. The phrasebook section has insightful information about the Egyptian people, their customs, traditions and way of life. It covers topics such as meeting, visiting, socialising and celebrating with new Egyptian friends. Whether you are sightseeing, dining out with a client, or buying fresh produce from a local trader, you can count on this book to help you negotiate your way around Egypt. The guide includes more than 6,000 dictionary entries; easy-to-read phonetics (all entries include both original Arabic script and Romanised phonetics); and basic grammar and pronunciation guides.

Colloquial Arabic of Egypt provides a step-by-step course in spoken Egyptian Arabic - the most widely understood dialect in the Arab world. Combining a user-friendly approach with a thorough treatment of the language, it equips learners with the essential skills needed to communicate confidently and effectively in Egyptian Arabic in a broad range of situations. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Key features include: Arabic in romanization form throughout, with optional Arabic script supplements emphasis on modern conversational language with clear pronunciation guidance progressive introduction to the Arabic alphabet to aid familiarity with simple labels and signs grammar section and bilingual glossaries for easy reference stimulating exercises with lively illustrations new e-resources at www.routledge.com/cw/colloquialsoffering supplementary materials for teachers and learners, including extra activities (and answers), vocabulary lists and cultural information, ideas for group activities linked to each unit in the course, listing of the complete Arabic alphabet, notes comparing Egyptian and Standard Arabic and downloadable additional audio tracks. Balanced, comprehensive and rewarding, this new and revised edition of Colloquial Arabic of Egypt offers an indispensable resource both for independent learners and for students taking courses in Egyptian Arabic. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B1 of the Common European Framework for Languages and at the Intermediate-Mid on the ACTFL proficiency scales. Audio material to accompany the course is available to download free in MP3 format from www.routledge.com/cw/colloquials. Recorded by native speakers, the audio material features the dialogues and texts from the book and will help develop your listening and pronunciation skills.

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 1 books introduce children to the letters of the Arabic alphabet using bright and engaging illustrations. Two letters on each page, with a familiar item illustrating each letter. Each letter shown in its isolated form and initial form, with the initial form highlighted on the example word. The last page shows includes all of the letters together in order to help children recap.

Go beyond "Marhaba" and add thousands of words and expressions to your Arabic vocabulary

To communicate comfortably in Arabic, you need easy access to a variety of words and expressions. In "Practice Makes Perfect: Arabic Vocabulary" you get the tools you need to expand your lexicon and sharpen your speaking and writing skills. And how do you do this? PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE

Each chapter of this comprehensive book focuses on a theme, such as family, food, or travel, so you can build your language skills in a systematic manner. As you lay the foundation for a burgeoning vocabulary, you will be able to weave your way in and out of English and Arabic to gain the confidence you need to communicate with ease.

"Practice Makes Perfect: Arabic Vocabulary" offers you: Thousands of new words and expressions More than 250 fun exercises Handy cultural and social tips and an insight into Arab life An answer key to gauge your comprehension

With help from this book, you can easily communicate in Arabic about:
Education, careers, and skills * Vacations and adventures * Culture, society, and traditions * Cooking and recipes * Your neighborhood and home * Your family and friends * Environmental issues * Crime, justice, and politics . . . and much more

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 2 books introduce simple one- and two-syllable words for children to read based on key syllables and phonic patterns. Ball and book features alliterating word pairs on each spread to help children learn to recognise and read initial letters. Word pairs are shown in very short combinations with a fun illustration or cartoon. Lively and engaging illustrations to keep children interested.

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 6 books provide an advance on level 5. Sentences are still highly repetitive but slightly longer, with simple story development supported by illustrations. Double spacing is used between words to ensure children see where each new word in a sentence begins and ends. Although the focus at level 6 remains on reading the core words, the concept of reading hamzat al-wasl and sun letters correctly is introduced in non-verbal sentences of up to 4-5 words. Read about children from different parts of the United Arab Emirates. Includes the sight words 'I' and 'from', and names for the seven Emirates and key landmarks.

The bestselling Easy Reader series, with its distinctive three-part structure that leads beginners to intermediate-level comprehension, now offers Arabic - and aids learners with audio recordings of selected readings from the book freely accessible online. About the Book The highly successful Easy Reader series is based on the distinctive approach that the best way to build language skills is to start reading it. Suitable for beginners to intermediate-level learners, this book features engaging readings of progressive difficulty that allow readers to rapidly build comprehension. Review sections and comprehension questions are integrated throughout the text to reinforce what is learned through the readings. This book, divided into three parts, begins with a series of stories about an Arab-American as he takes a tour of the Middle East as a graduation present. In the second part, readers are introduced to key figures of Arab History, from Saladin, who fought the Crusades, to Said Ouita, the Moroccan Olympic runner. Finally, learners encounter adapted stories from tradition sources like the 1001 Arabian Nights, with a humorous modern slant. Complementing this bestselling series is an online component that provides a tremendous new dimension for beginning learners. A free-access website provides recordings of many of the readings contained in the book - providing learners with a perfect way to recognize unknown words and improve their pronunciation. Features Easy Reader series has excellent track record: 140,000+ copies sold of all editions.No other book on the market offers beginner-level Arabic readings.Convenient audio format allows listening online.Growing audience: study of Arabic has grown since 2000, but there are limited materials to progress beyond beginner. Progression of readings builds language skills graduallyIntroduces overview of rich history of Arab worldAudio recordings promote stronger listening and pronunciation skills

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 1 books introduce children to the letters of the alphabet and their sounds, using bright and engaging illustrations. Two letters on each page, with a familiar item illustrating each letter. The words in this book introduce children to the long vowel sounds. In this book, letters of the alphabet are shown in combination with one of the three long vowels (alif, waw and yaa'). The sound is highlighted on each example word.

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 1 books introduce children to the letters of the alphabet and their sounds, using bright and engaging illustrations. Two letters on each page, with a familiar item illustrating each letter. This book introduces children to the Arabic letters and combinations that are formed and pronounced in special way, including taa' marbuta, hamza and alif maqsura. Special characters are shown in their joined and separate forms, and are highlighted on each example word.

This title includes a book & an audio CD. This is the first in an exciting new re-launch of the popular "Read & Speak" series. The book features: striking new cover; entertaining activities and games; tear-out games; pinyin pronunciation with tones; clear, straightforward explanations; new attractive page design; and large Chinese characters for easy recognition. The CD features: native-speaker models; pronunciation practice; and simple conversations and activities. It also includes interactive audio flashcards which review the key words for each topic.

Colloquial Arabic of Egypt provides a step-by-step course in spoken Egyptian Arabic - the most widely understood dialect in the Arab world. Combining a user-friendly approach with a thorough treatment of the language, it equips learners with the essential skills needed to communicate confidently and effectively in Egyptian Arabic in a broad range of situations. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Key features include: Arabic in romanization form throughout, with optional Arabic script supplements emphasis on modern conversational language with clear pronunciation guidance progressive introduction to the Arabic alphabet to aid familiarity with simple labels and signs grammar section and bilingual glossaries for easy reference stimulating exercises with lively illustrations new e-resources at www.routledge.com/cw/colloquialsoffering supplementary materials for teachers and learners, including extra activities (and answers), vocabulary lists and cultural information, ideas for group activities linked to each unit in the course, listing of the complete Arabic alphabet, notes comparing Egyptian and Standard Arabic and downloadable additional audio tracks. Balanced, comprehensive and rewarding, this new and revised edition of Colloquial Arabic of Egypt offers an indispensable resource both for independent learners and for students taking courses in Egyptian Arabic. By the end of this course, you will be at Level B1 of the Common European Framework for Languages and at the Intermediate-Mid on the ACTFL proficiency scales. Audio material to accompany the course is available to download free in MP3 format from www.routledge.com/cw/colloquials. Recorded by native speakers, the audio material features the dialogues and texts from the book and will help develop your listening and pronunciation skills.

This title includes a book & 75 minute Audio CD. It now includes: Pinyin transcription; free online interactive flashcards and lesson ideas. A new Pinyin edition of the best-selling "100 Word Exercise Book" packed with activities for beginners. This edition also now includes 75 minutes of audio specially designed to help with pronunciation and using the words in natural phrases and mini-conversations. What's in the book: 100 key items of vocabulary covering 8 everyday topics, with Pinyin transcription, including tone marks; Matching games, memory games, joining exercises, word searches and more; Round-up section: a final revision of all the 100 words together; 100 tear-out flashcards: help with whole-word recognition. What's on the CD: Introduction to the language and key pronunciation tips; Pronunciation models and practice for all 100 words; Audio games to aid memorisation; Additional listening and speaking activities using the 100 words in natural phrases and situations; What's on the web?: Online interactive flashcards for all 100 words; and, lesson ideas for teachers.

'The thrill is that you're actually figuring it out on your own. You're engaging with another language, not just parroting it... It's an excellent way to start, and leaves the listener thinking, Hey, Ich kann do dis.' - New Yorker, David Sedaris, humorist and author, on learning German with the Michel Thomas Method Looking for a convenient language course that fits your lifestyle and gets you speaking a new language in a matter of weeks, not years? The original no-books, no-homework, no-memorizing method is in tune with the way the brain prefers to receive, store and retrieve information. You'll stick with it because you'll love it. * Pick up Egyptian Arabic naturally and unforgettably without strain or stress * Learn from listening and speaking, without the pressure of writing or memorizing * Build up your Egyptian Arabic in manageable steps by thinking out answers for yourself * Progress to the full Foundation Egyptian Arabic course with confidence in the method. WHY IS THE METHOD SO SUCCESSFUL? 'What you understand, you know; and what you know, you don't forget.' - Michel Thomas Before there was machine learning, there was Michel Thomas. For over 50 years he worked on decoding languages by breaking them down into their most essential component parts. These 'building blocks' are introduced to the learner sequentially in such a way that you reconstruct the language for yourself - to form your own sentences, to say what you want, when you want. This unique method draws on the principles of instructional psychology and works with the way your brain prefers to receive, store and retrieve information. Knowledge is structured and organized so that you absorb the language easily and don't forget it. The method is designed to eliminate the stress which prevents you from relaxing and allowing the brain to work in the way which accepts learning in a seemingly painless, very exciting and highly motivating way. HOW DO THE COURSES WORK? 'All stress inhibits true and effective learning' - Michel Thomas During the course, you will join Michel Thomas Method Teacher Jane Wightwick, native speaker Mahmoud Gaafar and two students in a live lesson, learning from both their successes and their mistakes to keep you motivated and involved throughout the course. You, as the learner, become the third student and participate actively in the class. Within the very first hour you will be able to construct simple phrases by listening and thinking out answers for yourself without the pressure of writing or stress of having to memorize. You will learn at your own pace, pausing and repeating where necessary, and complete the course in about 3-5 hours. WHAT WILL I ACTUALLY ACHIEVE? 'I am the architect who builds the house. It's up to you to decorate it.' - Michel Thomas The Michel Thomas Method will help you kick-start, continue, and flourish in your Egyptian Arabic language learning journey. It is not intended to get you perfectly fluent, but it will get you speaking and using Egyptian Arabic, with proper pronunciation, faster than most any other method. It is designed to give you a strong foundation and good working knowledge of a language from which you can expand and later 'add decoration' to. It is a rapid method for learning, but still requires effort and concentration on the part of the learner. WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE?* Start Egyptian Arabic includes one audio CD. The booklet is available to download from www.michelthomas.com. LEARN ANYWHERE AND ANYTIME! Reclaim your pockets of free time to learn a new language! Don't be tied to chunky books or your computer, Michel Thomas Method audio courses let you learn whenever and wherever you want, in as little or as much time as you have. WHERE DO I GO NEXT? Foundation Egyptian Arabic follows on from the Start course.

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 2 books introduce simple words for children to read based on key syllables with long vowels. Word pairs featuring the same syllable and long vowel are shown on each spread, to help children learn to recognise and read key syllables. Word pairs are shown in very short combinations with a fun illustration or cartoon. Lively and engaging illustrations to keep children interested.

Puzzles and Tips to Decipher the Script and Learn Your First 100 Words in Arabic. .

This Beginner's Quick and Easy Guide is specifically designed to help learners overcome one of the major obstacles to learning Arabic: reading the Arabic script. Whether you're learning on your own or in a class, this workbook and the flash cards contained inside will help you learn Arabic in the same effective way that children first learn to decipher their own language.. .

Features of Your First 100 Words in Arabic: . . . The Introduction provides a helpful insight into the Arabic alphabet and shows you how Arabic letters are joined to form words.. Scriptbreaker Tips help you focus on how to read Arabic.. A Pronunciation Guide describes the sounds of Arabic.. Eight Topic Chapters group the words by theme: Around the home Clothes Around town Countryside Opposites Animals Parts of the body Useful expressions.. Each of the 100 Words is clearly presented in Arabic script, with its English meaning, pronunciation, and an illustration to aid memorization.. Tear-out Flash Cards help you recognize the Arabic words and learn their meaning and pronunciation. Instructions explain how to use the flash cards as an effective learning tool.. Extensive Games and Puzzles-matching exercises, word searches, and memory tests-provide a fun way to test your ability to read, pronounce, and understand the words in each chapter.. Finally, a Round-Up chapter enables you to review all 100 words presented in the book. Answers to all exercises are included.. . .

This practical activity book not only gives you a great start to learning Arabic with 100 key words but also provides helpful ways to expand your readingvocabulary..

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 2 books introduce simple one- and two-syllable words for children to read based on key syllables and phonic patterns. Big and small features pairs of adjectives with matching phonics patterns to help children learn to recognise and read key syllables. Word pairs are shown in very short combinations with a fun illustration or cartoon. Lively and engaging illustrations to keep children interested.

Hindi is one of the two official languages of India (the other is English). This activity and puzzle book with 100 tear-out flashcards make cracking the Hindi script and learning those first important words seem almost effortless. 100 key items of everyday vocabulary are presented and practised using a variety of highly-illustrated puzzles and games. 100 tear-out flashcards are an invaluable interactive feature of the book. The learner can use the cards as instant aids and play memory games with them. Flashcards can help overcome the fear of the script in the early stages. There is a large Hindi-speaking community in the UK who are keen to learn the script. The numbers learning Hindi as a foreign language are growing, due to its position as the most widely-understood Indian language and interest in Hindi films and music. The material is modern, fun and easy to use.

"The Small Wonders Series" gives learners of Arabic the joy of reading at an early stage. Level 2: For advanced beginners - this title presents vocabulary of 400 words; simple present/past verbs introduced; common plural patterns introduced; and, cultural and environmental information.

"The Small Wonders Series" gives learners of Arabic the joy of reading at an early stage. Level 1: For beginning readers - this title presents vocabulary of 150 core words; simple sentences; use of verbs and plurals carefully controlled; and, fascinating cultural and historical facts.

Practice your way to Arabic fluency with this bestselling language guide! For learners looking to memorize Arabic verb conjugations, any Arabic verb book will do. But for those that are interested in becoming fluent, they need to learn how these language building blocks come together in the language. Practice Makes Perfect: Arabic Verb Tenses, 2nd Edition goes beyond other verb books to coach you when and why verb tenses are used. In addition to an array of fully conjugated verbs, you'll find clear and concise explanations that pinpoint why specific tenses work in given situations as well as tons of engaging examples and numerous skill-building exercises. Practice Makes Perfect: Arabic Verb Tenses, 2nd Edition provides: *An accessible introduction to the basics of Arabic *Contemporary usage of verbs, adjectives, pronouns, prepositions, conjunctions, and other grammar essentials *Clear examples that reflect up-to-date usage and real-life situations*An answer key for reference and quick feedback *Example sentences illustrating and clarifying each grammatical point*Practical and frequently used Arabic vocabulary *Native-speaker recordings of all example sentences from the book, available via the *McGraw-Hill Education Language app

Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 7 books include story lines with more episodes in time sequence, and may include imaginary happenings in the context of familiar experiences. There is still repetition but more variation in pattern and more new words are introduced than in lower levels. Non-fiction titles bring in simple non-fiction tools, such as diagrams, labels and captions. Additional vowel marks that encourage the flow of pronunciation are introduced at this level. Verbal sentences of up to 8-10 words with repeating and accessible actions appear at this level. Double spacing is used between words to ensure children see where each new word in a sentence begins and ends. Travel to the desert with Majid and his family and read about the things he does there. A story map at the end of the book allows children to discuss and recap Majid's journey.