Presents a survey of English, from its Germanic origins to the rise of globalization and cyber-communications.

Introduces letters and the alphabet, using everyday objects to demonstrate the letters of the alphabet.

It's never too early to encourage language development in your child, and once again, Puppy Dog makes learning fun. See your child engage all their senses while beginning to understand the relationship sounds, words, and images have to each other.

Join Brad, Susan, and friends discover words presented in context and in ways that help reading for meaning. Humor and entertainment keep kids focused, and fun activities engages learners. Bonus features boost spelling skills. Covers 68 words including all Dolch primer words and many words from Fry's list. Kindergarten to first grade level.

This interactive program teaches the letter sounds of the alphabet, introducing children to 26 different animal names found in an amazing virtual zoo where alligators, bears, dolphins, monkeys, zebras and the most intriguing of nature's creatures lounge in their natural habitats. Zooper Phonics and the Alphabet Train guide children through the zoo terrain where they will discover the correct phonetic pronunciation of each letter sound, while foot-stamping,...

Teaches children to blend individual letter sounds and discover digraphs.

All writing--whether it's an essay, a personal letter, or a detailed business report--is at its most memorable when it's built on the fundamental and critical skills that transform your words from good to great. The first lectures provide the first key to more engaging and effective writing: understanding literary genres and the ways their unique styles can shape and inform your own voice. The focus then shifts to the art of rhetoric and the ways...

Teaches children the alphabet, consonant and vowel sounds.

Taught by acclaimed linguist, author, and Professor John McWhorter of Columbia University, Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths of Language Usage dispels the cloud of confusion that clings to English, giving you a crystal-clear view of why we use it the way we do and where it fits into the diverse languages of the world. After completing these 24 lectures, you will think about how you use English in a new way, listen to others with discernment and fascination,...