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IELTS test takers must have a command of English vocabulary that applies to many different situations and contexts. This book offers students extensive practice in vocabulary building and correct English usage, with emphasis on 600 English words that relate to specific categories that appear frequently on IELTS exams. These categories include nature and the environment, leisure activities and hobbies, the arts and culture, transportation, health, tourism, business, technology, social issues, and education. Author Lin Lougheed presents exercises that teach ESL students how to decipher the meanings of countless new words by reading or hearing them in relation to the context in which they are used. All activities are formatted like the actual questions on the IELTS exam and provide extra test practice. Dr. Lougheed suggests helpful strategies for learning and retaining word meanings. He also offers tips on analyzing unfamiliar compound words to determine their meanings and he includes vocabulary expanding exercises with answers in every chapter. Also included are recommendations for Web-based self-study activities. The enclosed MP3 CD presents exercises in listening comprehension. |
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This vocabulary building program is specifically designed for ESL students preparing to take the TOEFL. The book presents an organized list of vocabulary words with definitions, sample sentences, and practice exercises for 500 need-to-know words. It also provides detailed advice on ways in which students can expand their English language vocabulary. Students can test their mastery of TOEFL vocabulary by taking the included practice test with answer key, which is designed to help students evaluate their progress, and increase confidence in their vocabulary skills. |
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This brand-new title is a shorter version of the all-new Barron's LSAT. All prospective law students must pass the LSAT as a prerequisite to admission at ABA-approved law schools. This manual explains and reviews the test's four sections: Logical Reasoning, Reasoning Comprehension, Analytical Reasoning, and the LSAT Essay. Each review chapter includes practice questions with answers. The book also presents two full-length LSAT practice tests with answer keys and explanations. |
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Academics and professionals looking to validate their English language proficiency by taking the TOEIC will get the most comprehensive preparation available anywhere with Barron's TOEIC Superpack. |
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Bright illustration, cheery characters, and lively rhyming text will make this little board book a favorite for story time. Children will especially love the interactive surprise — the main character, featured on the cover, springs into action when the special tab is pulled! Its Bouncy Puppy's birthday, and his friends have found the perfect present. When children pull the special tab on the cover, Puppy really pounces! |
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Bright illustration, cheery characters, and lively rhyming text will make this little board book a favorite for story time. Children will especially love the interactive surprise — the main character, featured on the cover, springs into action when the special tab is pulled! Happy Bunny is full of the joys of spring. Soon everyone else wants to hop and dance, too! When children pull the special tab on the cover, Bunny really hops! |
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Inspired by the heartwarming true story of James Bowen, and his New York Times Best Seller A Street Cat Named Bob: And How He Saved My Life, this picture book explores the familiar tale from a different point of view...Bob's! James and Bob are the best of friends--everywhere James goes, Bob the cat goes with him. But life wasn't always so happy for the scarf-loving tabby. In My Name is Bob, we learn what Bob's life was like before he found James. After his world was suddenly turned upside down, Bob found himself living alone on the street. His search for a new home ended when he met James, a street musician who needed Bob just as much as Bob needed him. Both children and adults will love this story of true friendship and second chances. A moving and uplifting tale (tail!) that will melt your heart. |
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Bright illustration, cheery characters, and lively rhyming text will make this little board book a favorite for story time. Children will especially love the interactive surprise — the main character, featured on the cover, springs into action when the special tab is pulled! Curly Kitten loves to race and chase. But when she gets lost, can a new friend help her get home? When children pull the special tab on the cover, Kitten really jumps! |
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Students preparing to take the GMAT will find that this book gives the help they need to excel on the test's math section. Separate chapters review the fundamentals of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. Another chapter gives special attention to the test's often-perplexing word problems, with advice on translating a problem's words into a specific equation. A final chapter focuses on the data sufficiency question type, which is new to many test takers. Every chapter in the book is filled with plenty of practice problems and detailed solutions. Two full-length model tests are included for further practice. The author also offers helpful advice on test preparation and test taking tips and strategies. |
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This boldly illustrated sticker and activity book will serve up hours of entertainment at an unbelievable value. More than 1000 reusable stickers can be used to decorate and enhance the crazy scenes inside. Og, Bog, and Piff are great friends who happen to be monsters! Kids can help them play in the swamp, attend a monster ball, and snack on putrid pies. Parents will love Monsters too, as creative sticker play helps develop dexterity and hand-eye coordination. |
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«Speaking in today's world involves more than prepared talks from behind a podium, and this up-to-date book provides guidance for a wide range of contemporary situations, including conversation, reading aloud to an audience, Skyping, and even giving a traditional formally prepared speech. Exercises throughout the text aid in composing, practicing, and delivering speeches. All titles in Barron's «Painless Series» are being updated in new, improved editions, and they all feature access to brand-new subject-related arcade game apps that will appeal to students. Books in the «Painless Series» cover most classroom subjects, and include a variety of fun features for students who find the subjects difficult and confusing — or in some cases, just plain boring.» |
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This festive little book is jam packed with activities that will keep children busy as they learn about the very first Christmas. Inside, a warmly told, illustrated story is accompanied by themed projects, games, drawing activities, puzzles, stickers, stencils, and more. |
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When children see Snowflake they know that winter and Christmas are on the way. This adorably illustrated board book follows the friendly little snowflake as he transforms the world into a winter wonderland, starting with one little flake and soon blanketing the entire scene in sparkling white. Children will love hearing this sweet tale again and again as they get ready for the holidays and the first snow of the season. |
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This festive little book is jam packed with activities that will keep children busy (and excited!) as they anticipate the arrival of Christmas Inside, a warmly told, illustrated story is accompanied by themed projects, games, drawing activities, puzzles, stickers, stencils, and more. |
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This festive little book is jam packed with activities that will keep children busy (and excited!) as they anticipate the arrival of winter. Inside, a warmly told, illustrated story is accompanied by themed projects, games, drawing activities, puzzles, stickers, stencils, and more. |
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«This updated edition includes the most recent terms relating to constantly expanding computer and internet technology. More than 3,200 terms and definitions deal with- Practical guidance for business software users. Computer security, law, and ethics. Computer programming, with examples in several computer languages. Social media, Internet culture, and their latest developments. Previous editions of this user-friendly book have proved especially helpful to readers who feel intimidated by computer technicians' jargon. The authors clarify technical terminology while keeping to the highest standards of accuracy. One grateful reader called this book the «Rosetta Stone» for deciphering computer terms. Features many line illustrations and tables.» |
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More than 5,000 terms related to stocks, bonds, mutual funds, banking, tax laws, and transactions in the various financial markets are presented alphabetically with descriptions. The new ninth edition has been updated to take account of new financial regulations and recent dramatic swings in equities, credit, and other financial developments. Readers will also find a list of financial abbreviations and acronyms, as well as illustrative diagrams and charts. Here's a valuable, thorough dictionary for business students, financial professionals, or private investors. |
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This brand-new title in the Wiggle-Waggles board books series features a cheerful Elephant's face on the front cover. It's constructed of layered board sections that create an amusing 3D effect. When kids move Elephant's ears back and forth his mouth moves and he munches on leaves. Children can also touch furry patches in some of the illustrations. The funny story is written in verse, with bright, full-color illustrations on every sturdy board page. |
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This updated manual prepares students to succeed on the TOEFL's Independent Task, the all-important essay question, and on the Integrated Task, which combines reading, listening, and writing skills. The author presents a three-step program designed to help students write like native speakers of English. His coaching entails gathering ideas, organizing details, and developing the chosen topic into clear, grammatical written English. He also provides exercises in proofreading and editing. Over 20 model essays and model integrated tasks are included for students to read and analyze. Lectures typical of those presented on actual tests are contained on the MP3 CD enclosed with the manual. |
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This interactive book was created especially for young children awaiting the arrival of a new baby. An adorably rugged cardboard baby, securely attached to the book by a ribbon, is the star character. Each page contains an illustration with a special opening just for baby. Toddlers can help the baby into the stroller, highchair, or baby swing; into Mommy's arms for a cuddle; and finally into bed for naptime. An engaging way to help toddlers understand how a new baby will fit into their lives, while encouraging little fingers to grasp and manipulate. |
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