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Many consider "The Canterville Ghost" the most famous ghost story of all time. It is a parody featuring a dramatic spirit named Sir Simon and an American ambassador named Mr. Hiram B. Otis. Mr. Otis travels to England with his family and moves into a haunted castle. Lord Canterville, the previous owner of the castle, warns Mr. Otis that the ghost of Sir Simon de Canterville has haunted the castle ever since he killed his wife, Eleonore, centuries ago.

Alexander Chee, an essayist of “virtuosity and power” (Washington Post), selects twenty essays out of thousands that represent the best examples of the form published the previous year.

By going through six Italian stories revolving around common, everyday activities, you will expand your vocabulary with words you will use often, along with learning more in-depth grammar by familiarizing yourself with these stories. Each story tackles a fairly mundane task - grocery shopping or visiting a dog park for example - and in using these settings, this book will allow you the opportunity to hear these words in action, thus making it easier for you to incorporate the new words into not only your vocabulary but seamlessly into the conversation.

This is volume 2 of a 2-part sci-fi fantasy Spanish short stories series designed specifically for intermediate level Spanish learners who want to familiarize themselves with vocabulary and expressions within a sci-fi/fantasy setting.

May 8th Magic: A Day of Donkeys, Desserts, and Doing Good Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya in this delightful children's adventure story perfect for elementary classroom read-alouds, bedtime stories, and early readers ages 6-9! In the latest installment of the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three curious friends discover that May 8th holds not just one, but FIVE special celebrations! Young readers will be captivated as they: Visit a donkey sanctuary and learn about the important role these gentle animals play around the world Discover the humanitarian mission of the Red Cross through ...

How We Do It is an anthology curated by Black writers for the creation and proliferation of Black thought. While a creator’s ethnicity does not solely define them, it is inherently part of who they are and how they interpret the world. For centuries, Black creators have utilized oral and written storytelling traditions in crafting their art. But how does one begin the process of constructing a poem or story or character? How do Black writers, when faced with questions of “authenticity,” dive deep into the essence of their lives and work to find the inherent truth?

The book Spanish Short Stories For Beginners is a book designed so people can improve their knowledge of the Spanish language such as verbs, adjectives, past tense, dialogues, places, directions, day-to-day situations, and others. At the end of each story, you will find a summary of it in Spanish, so you have a general idea of what the story is about.

Enjoy the process of learning - don’t beat yourself up. You don’t need to read boring text books anymore. Spanish Short Stories for Beginners has been written just for you. The captivating nature of story makes learning fun and easy. This book is loaded with simple sentences, practical scenarios, and common phrases every student of a second language would NEED to know.

Are you looking for a fully immersive Spanish language book to help conquer any conversation? Would you like to use a proven method that will make you speak with a native Spanish speaker in less than four weeks? Do you want to find an engaging yet fun way to improve your Spanish vocabulary? Well, search no more.... Now you can learn to speak Spanish in no time with this fun and engaging method!

Words can be such a powerful force and if used correctly, they have the ability to shape who we are. This is such a vital time in children’s lives because they are busy laying down the foundation of who they will become. With books such as this one, you can control the lessons that your child consumes. Watch your little one explores the limits of their imagination, while you guide them through the experience. Mold memories that will last forever.

BrainGymJr is a child development platform that teaches children ‘how’ to think, not ‘what’ to think. We orient children to think independently, creatively and adopt a solution-oriented approach. This is done through reinforcement of age-appropriate content in the form of puzzles, challenges and conversational learning through interactive stories.

Learning French is easier than it seems. Not only will this audiobook give you the basic grammar rules, but it also contains many fun exercises for you to practice. If you’ve never studied French before, or if you’ve studied it but you need to go back to the basics to get better, this book will provide everything you need.

Zoo Day Surprises: Learning New Words and Making New Friends A heartwarming children's story that teaches cultural awareness, language diversity, and wildlife conservation through an exciting adventure! Join curious seven-year-old Imani, enthusiastic eight-year-old Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on a magical zoo trip celebrating three special occasions all on May 3rd: World Portuguese Language Day: Children will learn basic Portuguese words and discover the importance of language diversity as they meet Maya's cousin Lucia, who recently moved from Portugal. International Wild ...

Are you frustrated with learning Spanish? What if we told you there's a better, more enjoyable way to learn Spanish and grow your vocabulary exponentially? Well, guess what? There is! The best way to learn Spanish is by immersing yourself in the subject. The problem? You might feel like you don't know where to start. And that's exactly why Language Mastery created a series of Spanish books.

Learning German doesn't have to feel like a hurdle you can't overcome! With Learn German with Short Stories by Language Mastery, you will enjoy a new set of stories and lessons tailored to help you learn the German language at just the right level and pace.

Collection of audiobooks of some of the most popular classics in world literature. Immerse yourself in the world of literature, exploring classics and contemporaries, and developing a love for reading.

Picture this: effortlessly chatting with locals as you explore sun-soaked markets, sharing laughter over delicious meals, and diving into captivating stories that transport you to another world! This incredible collection includes "Spanish Vocabulary Words For Beginners," where you’ll build a powerful toolkit of essential words; "Easy Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners," filled with enchanting tales that make learning feel like magic; and "Spanish Travel Phrases for Beginners," your ultimate guide to navigating adventures with confidence!

This collection of 20 short stories helps intermediate Spanish learners refine their language skills through immersive narratives. A clear female voice brings each tale to life using Latin American Spanish pronunciation and vocabulary, speaking at a natural pace that challenges and engages mid-level learners. Between story segments, key phrases are translated to English, allowing listeners to expand their vocabulary and grasp nuanced expressions.

Cultural knowledge is an essential part of any language learning. It is the backbone of a language’s personality and the main ingredient to a language’s unique flavor. It is no different in the case of the oh-so-diverse Spanish. What means baby in one part of the Hispanic world might mean bus in another (we’re looking at you, guagua), and what is considered socially acceptable in one might be a cultural offense in another.

This is volume one of a two-volume series of Spanish sci-fi/fantasy short stories designed specifically for Spanish learners at an intermediate level. Volume one contains 10 original stories that are unique, engaging, and at the appropriate level for your Spanish-learning journey. These stories were designed for Spanish learners who want to get acquainted with Spanish vocabulary and expressions within a sci-fi/fantasy setting. Inside you will find a variety of stories depicting adventures in worlds of medieval magic, modern-day miracles, and futuristic space travel and phenomenon.