New Chatterbox - A Conversation Text of Fluency Activities for Students of English A very popular course of communicative activities designed to develop English language fluency in Intermediate level students and above. It is intended primarily for young adults studying EFL who have met most of the basic structures of English but need practice in using what they have learned. Each of the text's units is based on an everyday topic and contains student-centered activities. Activities include "personal information gap" exercises, brainstorming, creative exercises, and group surveys. Reading tasks usually require students to skim or scan texts, while writing tasks range from writing down words or making lists to writing stories or letters. A great choice. By Peter Voller and Steven Widdows - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Book     Greetings! - Culture and Speaking Skills for Intermediate Students of English Introduces Intermediate ESL students to American culture and the occasions for sending greeting cards. The book combines the functional language needed in inviting, thanking, apologizing and sympathizing, but it is woven together in a unique way: through greeting card themes. Each unit presents one topic and then engages students with related activies such as writing captions for greeting cards, finding solutions to various problems, and discussion questions about each topic. Students are given lots of opportunities to share personal information and to present their opinions. By Meredith Westfall - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Book       Improving Spoken English - An Intensive Personalized Program in Perception, Pronunciation, Practice in Context A very useful text, which presents sets of listening & speaking lessons to help high school and adult students with fluency and accuracy in English. Rules of pronunciation are explained in simple language. Practice activities encourage dialogue between teacher and students on subjects interesting and meaningful. Comes with an answer key. By Joan Morley - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Book | Cassette     Intensive English for Communication - Book 2 A four-volume series which helps students master the basics of written and spoken English. Includes suggestions for interviews, role-playing, predictions, descriptions, word games, and more. Written composition topics are also suggested. Book 2 is aimed at Intermediate level students of English, and extends students' newly acquired skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The accompanying audio tape program allows students to practice basic English grammar through listening and speaking exercises.. By Anne Lindell and M. Peter Hagiwara - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Book | Audio tape workbook | Audio tape cassette       Great Debates - Language and Culture Skills for ESL Students An excellent resource for promoting fluency and communication in ESL classes from Intermediate level and above. Presents students with topical and cultural issues to debate in class. A great supplementary speaking resource which will complement any mainstream English course. By Meredith Westfall and John McCarthy - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Book       React Interact A highly popular conversation text which offers readers the chance to express their ideas, opinions, and values in English, while simultaneously expanding their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary. Organized by theme and communicative function, the book generates conversation and lively classroom discussion with high-interest topics and thought-provoking questions. Vocabulary and writing exercises help students formulate ideas, communicate them clearly, and understand others' points of view. For Intermediate to High Intermediate level students. By Donald R.H. Byrd and Isis C. Clemente - (Longman)   Order Now > Book       Fifty-Fifty A popular 3-level course in conversational English for Beginner to Intermediate level students. All 3 levels provide realistic listening tasks and solid pair and group work, all designed to reduce learner anxiety and promote language acquisition. By Warren Wilson and Roger Barnard - (Longman)   Order Now > Introductory Level Student's Book | Teacher's Edition | Audio-Cassette Level 1 Student's Book | Teacher's Edition | Audio-Cassette Level 2 Student's Book | Teacher's Edition | Audio-Cassette       Open Sesame - Understanding American English and Culture through Folktales and Stories A great resource which teaches culture and vocabulary through 26 of the most popular and enduring children's folktales and stories. It promotes discussions by comparing and contrasting American folktales and stories with those of students' native cultures. As students learn the stories, they learn more about American culture. Included are such classics as Cinderella, The Three Little Pigs, Johnny Appleseed, Paul Bunyan, Charlotte's Web and The Wizard of Oz. A great supplementary reading and speaking resource for Intermediate level students. By Planaria J. Price - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Book | Cassette | Set       Speaking Naturally For Low-Intermediate to High-Intermediate level students who need to improve their speaking skills for a variety of everyday situations (asking for information, thanking, complimenting, inviting, etc). Readings explain the cultural 'rules' students need to know in real-life situations. Short recorded dialogues expose students to a range of American accents. Structured exercises as well as freer role plays, often involving pairs or small groups, encourage interaction in the classroom. This is a great resource for self-study, and can also be used in a classroom environment. By Bruce Tillitt and Mary Newton Bruder - (CUP)   Order Now > Student's Book | Cassette       Discovering American Culture A content-based text for studying American culture while learning the English language. The book teaches students how to talk about another culture and then introduces them to the American personality and aspects of the culture that many Americans share. Lessons in this book will help students identify dominant American values and their role in American society; comprehend different aspects of the patterns of living among Americans; and understand American culture in terms of values, behaviors, and beliefs. Each chapter focuses on improving listening, reading comprehension, and writing skills. An excellent supplementary skills resource for students at Intermediate level. By Cheryl L. Delk - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Student Book | Teacher's Book | Cassette       Let’s Talk A 3-level Speaking and Listening course in American English for ESL students from Beginner to Intermediate level. High interest topics provide motivation and promote conversation, while information-gap activities provide additional speaking practice. Also includes vocabulary-building exercises to prepare students for each topic. Great for small or large groups. By Leo Jones - (CUP)   Order Now > Level 1 Student's Book | Teacher's Manual | Audio-Cassettes (2) | Audio CDs (2) Level 2 Student's Book | Teacher's Manual | Audio-Cassettes (2) | Audio-CDs (2) Level 3 Student's Book | Teacher's Manual | Audio-Cassettes (2) | Audio-CDs (2)     Great Ideas A unique collection of absorbing and enjoyable fluency practice activities designed to improve the listening and speaking abilities of Intermediate and High-intermediate students. It includes photographs, advertisements, maps, drawings and cassette recordings, plus problem-solving, and other pair and group activities By Leo Jones and Victoria Kimbrough - (CUP)   Order Now > Student's Book | Teacher's Manual | Cassette       Open Minds - Exploring Global Issues through Reading and Discussion A collection of engaging activitities to promote speaking and reading fluency. Each unit discusses a topic chosen to help learners become more aware of current social and environmental issues, and consists of two short readings followed by a set of fluency activities. Topics range from nutrition to homosexuality, to ecology and poverty. The book also includes prereading tasks, maps and photos to provide support. For use with Intermediate to Advanced level young adult and adult students.. By Steven Widdows and Peter Voller - (University of Michigan Press)   Order Now > Book     Back to Bookstore