Vocabulary, phrases, and questions for children 4 and up
The RUSH Into English language set (book and CD) includes vocabulary, phrases, and questions to help children transition smoothly from Russian to English.
This 59-minute CD and 61-page handbook will help your child communicate with you:
Right off the plane
- I'm thirsty.
- What's that?
- My stomach hurts.
- I have to go to the bathroom.
With family
- It's your turn.
- You are nice.
- Will you help me?
- I love you!
Make friends
- What's your name?
- Let's play outside.
- How old are you?
- Do you like music?
- Do you want half?
At school
- I don't understand.
- Are you busy?
- Read it to me, please.
- I can do it.
200 phrases and questions (plus tons of additional vocabulary) kids can use immediately to get settled in their new surroundings and to learn more English on their own.
The CD and handbook are organized so that younger children can use the first several sections to begin with, while older children will want to listen and repeat the entire CD right away.
The handbook has valuable language information for parents. Several language activities are also included so you can help your child(ren) get started with pre-reading / reading and writing too.
About the Author
The author is a linguist and has taught English as a Second Language for 20 years. Her family adopted a son from Russia in 1997, who came home to live in Arizona with his new mommy, daddy and two sisters. This project is a labor of this mother's love for her child, international adoption and the Russian culture and people. Kelleher sends 10% of profits to benefit overseas orphanages.
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