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1	Principles of language learning and teaching more books like this by H Douglas Brown add to wishlist Principles of Language Learning and Teaching, Fifth Edition, by H. Douglas Brown, is the classic second language acquisition text used by teacher education programs worldwide. Principles introduces key concepts through definitions of terms, thought-provoking questions, charts, and spiraling. New "Classroom Connections" encourage students to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $31.11! \| first editions \| SVS
2	How Languages Are Learned more books like this by Patsy M Lightbown, Nina Spada add to wishlist Provides a comprehensive and readable introduction to first and second language acquisition. The authors believe that by understanding research and theories on how languages are learned, teachers will be better able to judge the merits of different teaching methodologies and textbooks, and to make the most of the time they spend with learners. In ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $25.77! \| SVS
3	Language Development: An Introduction more books like this by Robert E Owens, Jr., PH.D. add to wishlist Clearly written, well organized, and comprehensive, Language Development is the most widely used text in its field. In recognition of the language variations among children, new advances in linguistics and neurology, and the importance of literacy, the Seventh Edition of this highly readable text devotes significant space to these areas as they ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $48.74! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language more books like this by Marianne Celce-Murcia (Editor), Lois McIntosh (Editor) add to wishlist This resource text is designed primarily as a textbook for a preservice TESL/TEFL methods course, but is also useful as a reference and guide for practicing teachers. Forty specialists contribute theoretical background and practical applications for deciding which methods, materials and resources to see all copies from $7.98! new only from $64.99! \| SVS
5	Words and Rules: The Ingredients of Language more books like this by Steven Pinker add to wishlist In this accessible scientific work, a cognitive scientist and best-selling author of THE LANGUAGE INSTINCT and HOW THE MIND WORKS investigates human language evolution through the ages and tells how the developing mind processes, learns, and modifies language. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.71! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	Early Childhood Experiences in Language Arts: Early Literacy more books like this by Jeanne M Machado add to wishlist Early Childhood Experiences in the Language Arts: Early Literacy, 8e is a tried and true reference with a goal to produce teachers who matter, teachers who are prepared, and teachers who are knowledgeable companions, exploring and sharing literature and language experiences with young children. In order to achieve this, the book encourages ... see all copies from $3.00! new only from $24.50! \| SVS
7	Second Language Learning Theories more books like this by Rosamond Mitchell, Florence Myles add to wishlist Second Language Learning Theories is an introduction to the field of second language learning for students without a substantial background in linguistics. Drawing on the expertise of both a specialist in the teaching of second languages and a linguist specializing in second language acquisition, this textbook provides an up-to-date introductory ... see all copies from $8.59! new only from $24.96! \| SVS
8	Born to Talk: An Introduction to Speech and Language Development more books like this by Lloyd M Hulit add to wishlist Now in its Fourth Edition, Born to Talk: An Introduction to Speech and Language Development traces development through real time with attention to how the various components of language are integrated in a single child's journey to adult language. Suitable for majors and non-majors, undergraduate and graduate students alike, this text provides a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $50.00! \| SVS
9	The Development of Language more books like this by Jean Berko Gleason add to wishlist The seventh edition of The Development of Language, written and contributed by leading researchers, covers language acquisition and development from infancy through adulthood. This authoritative text is ideal for courses that take a developmental approach to language acquisition across the full life span. The text thoroughly explores syntax, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.50! \| SVS
10	Late-Talking Children more books like this by Thomas Sowell add to wishlist One of Americas leading intellectuals offers a moving and deeply personal account of his experiences with his own son, a late-talking child, and offers hope, advice, and fellowship to parents who are faced with a similar situation.. The painful and baffling mystery as to why some obviously bright children do not begin talking until long after the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.37! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Thought and Language, Revised Edition more books like this by Lev S Vygotsky, L S Vygotskii, Alex Kozulin (Editor) add to wishlist Since it was introduced to the English-speaking world in 1962, Lev Vygotsky's highly original exploration of human mental development has become recognized as a classic foundational work of cognitive science. see all copies from $12.00! new only from $18.94! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Sign with Your Baby: How to Communicate with Infants Before They Can Speak more books like this by Joseph Garcia, W Joseph Garcia add to wishlist A communications specialist outlines his sign-language program for hearing parents and babies. The author asserts that children between eight and 22 months old who learn sign language can better articulate their feelings and increase their capacity for learning, while parents enhance their levels of communication and bonding with their children. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Second Language Acquisition: An Introductory Course more books like this by Susan M Gass add to wishlist In the past 20 years the field of second language acquisition has developed into an independent and autonomous discipline complete with its own research agenda. In addition, there has been an increase in the number of conferences - of both a general and a topical nature - dealing exclusively with this topic, as well as special sessions on second ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $37.46! \| SVS
14 view cover	Introducing Second Language Acquisition more books like this by Muriel Saville-Troike add to wishlist Written for students encountering the topic for the first time, this is a clear and practical introduction to second language acquisition (SLA). It explains in non-technical language how a second language is acquired; what the second language learner needs to know; and why some learners are more successful than others. The textbook introduces in a ... see all copies from $12.93! new only from $13.00! \| SVS
15 view cover	Language Development from Theory to Practice more books like this by Khara L Pence, Laura M Justice add to wishlist For introductory courses in Language Development. Introducing Language Development From Theory to Practice, a fresh and welcome addition to the field of language development. This new market entry is a timely text that uses evidence-based practices to emphasize the research foundations of language development, builds reader comprehension with a ... see all copies from $65.08! new only from $78.75! \| SVS
16 view cover	The Infinite Gift: How Children Learn and Unlearn the Languages of the World more books like this by Charles Yang add to wishlist The ability to speak and respond in kind is one of the most spectacular of human achievements, and yet people learn how to talk effortlessly before they can tie their shoes. A preeminent researcher in language acquisition explains why. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.00! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	Between Worlds: Access to Second Language Acquisition more books like this by David Freeman, Yvonne S Freeman add to wishlist The first edition of Between Worlds provided such an excellent grounding in the theories and practices of second language acquisition that when it won MLA's Mildenberger Award it was cited for its treatment of the "issues that concern teachers of languages at all levels and in all contexts." Tens of thousands of educators discovered how to expand ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.20! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Making It Happen more books like this by Patricia A Richard-Amato add to wishlist This exciting new edition of a classic, best-selling text lays a solid foundation for creating meaningful interaction in the language classroom. A new focus on participatory teaching draws on cutting-edge critical pedagogy to support an already comprehensive research base -- and the writing is even friendlier and more accessible than ever! see all copies from $10.95! new only from $39.91!
19 view cover	The Development of Language more books like this by Jean Berko-Gleason, Jean Berko Gleason add to wishlist The sixth edition of The Development of Language, written and contributed by leading researchers, covers language acquisition and development from infancy through adulthood. This authoritative text is ideal for courses that take a developmental approach to language acquisition across the life span. The text thoroughly explores syntax, morphology, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $19.99!
20 view cover	Language Development more books like this by Erika Hoff add to wishlist Hoff provides an introduction to the study of language development for advanced undergraduates studying psychology, linguistics, education, or communicative disorders. The third edition adds substantially to the chapter on childhood bilingualism and contains a new chapter on language in the school years that discusses the role of school experiences see all copies from $3.86! new only from $95.19! \| SVS
21 view cover	Sign with Your Baby Quick Reference Guide: How to Communicate with Infants Before They Can Speak more books like this by W Joseph Garcia add to wishlist A communications specialist outlines his sign-language program for hearing parents and babies. The author asserts that children between eight and 22 months old who learn sign language can better articulate their feelings and increase their capacity for learning, while parents enhance their levels of communication and bonding with their children. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.50!
22 view cover	Making It Happen: Interaction in the Second Language Classroom: From Theory to Practice more books like this by Patricia Richard-Amato add to wishlist This updated and expanded Second Edition of Making It Happen lays a solid foundation for creating meaningful interaction in the second language classroom. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.97! \| first editions
23 view cover	Baby Signing: How to Talk with Your Baby in American Sign Language more books like this by Andrea Fixell, Ted Stafford, Bill Milne (Photographer) add to wishlist This standup guide makes it easy for parents to teach baby to sign with songsand games. 50 full-color photos. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
24 view cover	Early Childhood Experiences in Language Arts, 7e more books like this by Jeanne M Machado add to wishlist Combining research and appropriate early childhood practices, this text fosters an understanding of how techniques and planned programmes affect children's language development. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.64!
25 view cover	Second Language Acquisition and Universal Grammar more books like this by Lydia White add to wishlist This authoritative textbook provides an overview and analysis of current second language acquisition research conducted within the generative linguistic framework. Lydia White argues that second language acquisition is constrained by principles and parameters of Universal Grammar. The book focuses on characterizing and explaining the underlying ... see all copies from $18.98! new only from $20.00! \| first editions \| SVS

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