<div comments="" id="comBlkBCV"><b>Comments for <i>Backcover Copy</i>[Viewable in GHEPM only]</b> </div> <div usercontent=""> <p style="margin: 0px;"><b><i>Word by Word Basic English/Japanese Picture Dictionary</i></b>, Second Edition, by Steven J. Molinsky and Bill Bliss, is the only truly <b>communicative</b> vocabulary development program.  <b><i>Word by Word Basic </i></b>is famous worldwide for its <b>ease-of-use, lively spirit</b>, and <b>active conversational approach.</b> The program's unique interactive methodology makes vocabulary learning come alive as a dynamic, communicative experience!</p> <p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0px;" sonormal=""><b>Outstanding features of the second edition: </b></p> <ul><li><b>Vibrant illustrations</b> and <b>simp<b>le</b></b><b> accessible lesson pages </b>with <b>large type</b> are designed for clarity and ease-of-use with learners at low-beginning and literacy levels. <b><i>Word by Word Basic</i></b> is the most learner-friendly picture dictionary. </li><li><b>More than 2,500 essential words</b> prepare students for success using English in everyday life, in the community, in school, and at work. </li><li><b>A careful research-based sequence of lessons</b> integrates students' development of grammar and vocabulary skills through topics that begin with the immediate world of the student and progress to the world at large. </li><li><b>Expanded discussion questions</b> encourage students to relate vocabulary topics to their own lives, experiences, and opinions.</li></ul> <p style="margin: 0px;"><b>Innovative supplements provide effective instructional tools for teachers and multilevel options for students:</b></p> <ul><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" sonormal="">The <b>English/Japanese Edition</b> presents the second language in blue next to each English word. A is also available.</div> </li><li> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;" sonormal="">The <b><i>Teacher's Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM</i></b> includes lesson-planning suggestions, community tasks, Internet web links, and reproducible masters. </div> </li><li>A <b><i>Vocabulary Workbook</i></b> feature motivating vocabulary, grammar, and listening practice (Audio CDs included). </li><li>A <b><i>Lifeskills Workbook</i></b> provides standards-based activities and reading tied to major curriculum frameworks. </li><li>A <b><i>Literacy Workbook</i></b> offers fundamental practice with the alphabet and basic reading and writing skills for pre-Beginners (Audio CD included). </li><li>The <b>Audio Program</b> includes all words and conversations for interactive practice and – as bonus material – an expanded selection of WordSongs for entertaining vocabulary practice through music. </li><li><b>Color Transparencies</b> and <b>Vocabulary Game Cards</b> are ideal picture resources for introducing, practicing, and reviewing vocabulary. </li><li>The <b>Testing Program</b> and <b>ExamView CD-ROM</b> provide effective tools for assessment of student progress. </li></ul></div>