When two or more languages are part of a child's world, we are presented with a rich opportunity to learn something about language in general and about how the mind works. In this book, Norbert Francis examines the development of bilingual proficiency and the different kinds of competence that come together in making up its component parts. In particular, he explores problems of language ability when children use two languages for tasks related to schooling, especially in learning how to read and write. He considers both broader research issues and findings from an ongoing investigation of child bilingualism in an indigenous language--speaking community in Mexico.
In this title, international wine experts bring the wine cellar of the world to your home. Follow the story of wine, from ancient to modern times and learn the process of making it today. You'll explore the flavours and characteristics of grape varieties and styles and discover all about wine making. From Alsace and Western Australia to the Valle d'Aosta and Stellenbosch, hop on a round-the-world tour of major wine-growing regions and explore the top thirty-five. You'll visit famous vineyards and wine producers, learn about the great wines of each region and take six tours from Burgundy to the Napa Valley.
As the economic system under which you live, capitalism shapes the marketplaces that determine where you live and work, how much you are paid, what you can buy, what you can accumulate toward your retirement, and every other aspect of a society based on monetary exchanges for goods and services. But capitalism's impact is about much more than money and markets. Indeed, capitalism is every bit as much a social force as an economic one.
New non-fiction graded readers for primary – 8-year-olds and up. Cross-curricular topics and colour photos make learning English through other subjects exciting. Two new levels for younger or lower-level students forthcoming.
Read and discover all about amazing plants... How many types of plant are there? Why are plants important?
If you enjoy finding out more about our country's rich history, then you'll love Britain magazine. Learn more about our kings and queens, heroes and villains, castles and cathedrals, stately homes and gardens, countryside and coastline... and so much more besides. Each issue is packed with features that showcase Britain at her best – and full of ideas on where to go, what to see and where to stay.Britain - January February 2013
