A two-level course that allows language to emerge naturally through songs, pictures, stories, and activities. It creates a lively classroom atmosphere that encourages children to participate actively in every lesson. The action centres around the adventures of an appealing group of children, their imaginary friend, their teddy, and their dog. The themes are central to children's lives and stimulate their imaginations. Each unit has a story in the accompanying Story Book. The children follow the pictures and listen either to the teacher or the cassette in an enjoyable whole-class activity. The children have the pleasure of a shared experience, and the teacher is able to keep the ending a surprise. The humorous, colourful illustrations maintain a high level of motivation. Level: Beginner, Ages:  under 7 years (kindergarten or first year of primary school)

Get the Picture
You and I haven’t met, but I feel as if I already know you. You’re pretty smart.

Above average, in fact. And when you have a goal in front of you—whether it’s completing a work project by the deadline, writing that term paper or getting all the dinner-party details just right—you’re sure you’ll rise to the occasion.
Me, too. Trouble is, we’re often so very wrong about our overconfi dent selfassessments—and we are blind to that ignorance because we can’t get a complete view of ourselves, as psychologists David Dunning, Chip Heath and Jerry M. Suls explain in their article “Picture Imperfect.” ...