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Contents
The Talk Series 2 ITALIAN GREEK
The Get By Series 3 Italian Phrase Book & Dictionary 18 Greek Phrase Book & Dictionary 28
FRENCH Get By in Italian 18 Get By in Greek 28
Learn a language your way with
French Phrase Book & Dictionary 4 Quickstart Italian 18 Quickstart Greek 28
Get By in French 4 Talk Italian 19 Talk Greek 29
Get Into French 5 Talk Italian 2 20 Greek Language & People 29
BBC Active Languages Quickstart French
Excuse My French!
5
6
Talk & Talk 2 Italian Pack
Talk Italian Grammar
Buongiorno Italia!
21
21
22
CHINESE
Mandarin Chinese Phrase Book &
French Grammar 6
Dictionary 30
French is Fun! 6 Italian Grammar 22
BBC Active Languages makes learning a BBC Learning Zone Get By in Chinese 30
Talk French 7 Italianissimo 1 22
new language accessible and enjoyable, Many of the BBC Active Languages courses Quickstart Chinese 30
Talk French 2 8
whatever you’re looking for: from phrase featured in our catalogue are accompanied
GERMAN Talk Mandarin Chinese 31
Talk & Talk 2 French Pack 9
books and audio to help you get by on your by programmes broadcasted regularly on Talk French Grammar 9
German Phrase Book & Dictionary 23
POLISH
holidays, and short courses to build up your BBC Learning Zone’s dedicated language Brilliant French 9
Get By in German 23
Quickstart German 23 Polish Phrase Book & Dictionary 31
vocabulary and confidence, to more in-depth and travel slot on BBC TWO between 2am The French Experience 1 10
Talk German 24 Get By in Polish 31
courses to enable you to become fully fluent. and 6am on Tuesdays. Visit www.bbc.co.uk/ The French Experience 2 10
Deutsch Plus 24
learningzone for more detail on the television SPANISH JAPANESE
We base our books and courses around German Grammar 24
programmes and their broadcast times. Spanish Phrase Book & Dictionary 11 Japanese Phrase Book & Dictionary 32
recordings of authentic dialogues, teaching PORTUGUESE Get By in Japanese 32
Get By in Spanish 11
you to speak your chosen language in the Talk Japanese 33
www.bbcactivelanguages.com Get By in Latin American Spanish 11 Portuguese Phrase Book & Dictionary 25
way it is actually spoken. In order to give Get Into Spanish 12 Get By in Portuguese 25 Japanese Language & People 33
you a greater insight into the language and Visit our website for detailed information
Quickstart Spanish 12 Quickstart Portuguese 26
people, we frequently include information on the exciting range of language courses RUSSIAN
España Viva 13 Talk Portuguese 26
about local customs and culture too. available. It enables you to purchase Spanish Grammar 13
Russian Phrase Book & Dictionary 34
online if you want to – or you can buy TURKISH Talk Russian 34
Talk Spanish 14
BBC Active Languages resources at all Russian Language & People 34
Uniquely, the BBC broadcasts television Talk Spanish 2 15 Turkish Phrase Book & Dictionary 26
programmes that tie in to many of our good book shops. Talk & Talk 2 Spanish Pack 16
Talk Spanish Grammar 16 ARABIC ORDER FORM 35–36
courses on a regular basis, which you can
Arabic Phrase Book & Dictionary 27
record and re-use at your convenience. www.bbc.co.uk/languages Brilliant Spanish 16
HOW TO ORDER 37
Sueños World Spanish 1 17 Quickstart Arabic 27
Access free online courses and activities
This catalogue will provide you with all Sueños World Spanish 2 17 Talk Arabic 27 LANGUAGE TEACHERS 37
with both audio and video to improve your
the information you need to help you language learning.
decide which BBC Active Languages
course is the right one for you. If you
have any enquiries regarding our courses,
please email us at bbcactive.languages.
admin@pearson.com.
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TALK
GET BY
Talk Get By
A bestselling course for All the language you need
absolute beginners to get by with confidence
If you want to speak your chosen language Get By is designed specifically for
with confidence, you don’t have much time
travellers of all kinds, so you can
on your hands and you need an approach
that is clear and effective, then Talk is the
be sure you’ll be introduced to
course for you! the language most relevant to the
situations you’re likely to find yourself
Talk has proved to be an extremely popular in. Its simple topic-based approach
and successful way to learn, giving you the
and clear language explanations
best grounding in the basics of your chosen
language through ten carefully structured familiarise you with the key phrases
units. Closely linked to the course book, the you’ll need and then you can take the
audio allows you to develop your listening book with you as a handy reference.
and speaking skills at a manageable pace
and will have you communicating right from The accompanying audio CD gives
the start. Those choosing to learn French you the chance to develop your
and Spanish can also enjoy the classic TV
understanding of the language and
programmes on DVD.
practise speaking.
Get By’s sample conversations, ‘try
Visit our website for more it out’ sections and short tasks and
detailed information on the quizzes will have you arriving abroad
bestselling Talk range. feeling confident and keen to try out
the language you have learned.
www.bbcactivelanguages.
com/ourproducts/talk.aspx Visit our website for more
detailed information on the
bestselling Get By range.
www.bbcactivelanguages.
com/ourproducts/getby.aspx
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FRENCH
FRENCH
Get Into French Course Components
French Phrase Book CD-ROM
& Dictionary An innovative and interactive multi-media
course, Get Into French is the ideal course
Take part in fully-animated interactive dialogues and pick up the skills
and confidence to communicate
for beginners looking for a flexible approach Choose a way of learning that suits you, with different options within
to learning a language. Containing the main eight locations
Compact and easy to use, this handy guide includes travel and
part of the course, the CD-ROM allows you Record your part in conversations and compare yourself with native
language tips plus a two-way mini-dictionary, so you’ll never be
to create a virtual on-screen character and French speakers
stuck for the right word. It is arranged by topic in clear, colour-coded
experience typical holiday situations within Access learning support via the comprehensive built-in phrase
sections, and offers phrases for every eventuality. The simple-to-read
a virtual French town. Its focus on real book, basics section and concise grammar notes
format allows you to build your own sentences and develop your
language means you will be communicating 2 x PC CD-ROMs (available as part of the language pack, which also
language skills.
in French right from the start. You’ll get the contains the course book and the audio CD)
Also featuring a comprehensive menu reader and pronunciation chance to read, speak and listen to French,
Course Book
guide, it is the ideal companion to any trip. and take part in animated conversations, as
Revise and refresh the language you have met on the CD-ROM
well as test your knowledge with a range of wherever you are, with ten units of complementary material in a
interactive activities and challenges. handy book
144-page, full-colour course book (available as part of the language
With the help of Get Into French you will be
pack, which also contains the CD-ROMs and audio CD)
able to reach the equivalent level of a first
qualification, such as GCSE. Audio
Get By in French Build on the language you’ve learned by listening to the adventures of
Simon Martin, a young British web designer, as he touches down in
Nice in search of new horizons
Get By in French is the ideal travel companion – a quick and easy
Course Components 1 x 60-minute CD (available as part
of the language pack, which also
introduction to French and a phrase book covering all the essential contains the CD-ROMs and the
Book course book)
language you’ll need on your trip. With the help of an audio CD, get to
Allows you to communicate with
grips with the basics of conversation before you leave, then take the confidence with thousands of essential Dedicated Website
book away with you as a handy reference guide. words and phrases Access games, activities and
opportunities to learn about
Helps you understand the basics of
You can also download the audio tracks onto your MP3 player francophone culture with your
the language with clear and easy-to-
to learn on the move! The key language includes: getting around, password to our dedicated
follow explanations
website at www.getinto.com
somewhere to stay, buying things, eating out, entertainment
Gives you the opportunity to try out
and emergencies. what you’ve learned with mini role-plays
and activities
Contains a two-way mini-dictionary and a
full pronunciation guide so you’ll always
know how to say your chosen phrase
Ensures you can eat out the French way
with the comprehensive menu reader Quickstart French Course Components
160-page course book (available separately
or as part of the language pack, which also Audio
contains the CD) Quickstart French is a simple and effective Each section gives you time to You can learn at home or on
way to get going and build your confidence listen followed by time to reflect the move by playing Quickstart
Audio with a step-by-step explanation French on your CD player or
– fast! This engaging and well-structured
Contains key phrases and authentic of the dialogue, and finally time computer, loading it on to your
approach breaks to practise and recap MP3 player or playing it on
dialogues so that you can develop your
listening and speaking skills before you down the key your iPod or iPhone
go away language into Conversations between friends
introduce you to a range of Take advantage of the special
Gives you a chance to practise the manageable chunks,
weekend-break scenarios, iPod and iPhone features
language and take part in conversations and gives plenty ensuring that the language you which enable you to view the
1 x 60-minute CD (available as part of the
of opportunity to learn is relevant to your needs dialogues and their translations
language pack, which also contains the practise, as well as you listen
You will learn how to find a
course book) as produce the place to stay, get around town,
language yourself. order in restaurants, hit the 2 x 70-minute CDs and a
shops, have a drink and enjoy booklet containing key language
the nightlife and dialogue transcripts
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FRENCH
FRENCH
Excuse My French! Course Components Talk French Course Components
Course Book DVD Course Book
Having to cope in a foreign language can Divided into relevant themes Contains all four programmes A bestselling course for absolute beginners, Step by step, ten units present the main language of the course
such as shopping, socialising as broadcast on BBC TWO
make the bravest of us feel out of control. Talk French has been consistently popular Opportunities for involvement and interaction at every stage and
and getting around
Excuse My French! will help you develop the Includes added interactivity, with both those learning at home and in regular progress checks make learning simple and enjoyable
Provides useful techniques to audio and learning material to
confidence to communicate in French and a class, as well as with language tutors. 128-page course book (available separately or as part of the
cope in unfamiliar situations support the book
get over the fear of making mistakes. It provides you with a clear, simple and language pack, which also contains the CDs)
As well as teaching you the language you Sets challenges and tasks to 2 x 120-minute discs successful way of learning and gives you the
develop your skills (only available with the book) Audio
need to get by in France, it will help you work best grounding in the basics of French.
Authentic dialogues allow you to hear the language as it is
out a learning style that suits you and gives 160-page full-colour course book
actually spoken
you strategies to deal with the difficult task Talk encourages you to make genuine
progress and promotes a real sense of Closely linked to the course book, the audio allows you to develop
of understanding what people say to you.
Course Extras achievement. The key to its effectiveness your listening and speaking skills, giving you confidence to use the
language you learn
Based around the entertaining BBC TV series, Free Online Activities lies in its popular structure and systematic
which sent three celebrities to the South A dedicated area containing quickfire approach. This multi-media course is suitable 2 x 60-minute CDs (available as part of the language pack, which
interactive challenges linked to the also contains the course book)
of France and challenged them to learn the for you if you want to learn for work, for fun
programmes at the levels of the three
language in a month, it shows that anyone or in order to prepare for a first qualification. DVD
celebrities, available at www.bbc.co.uk/
can learn to speak French, and you don’t have languages/french/excusemyfrench Based on the classic six-part BBC TWO television series, these
to be word-perfect to make it worthwhile. entertaining and informative programmes can be used either alone or as
part of the highly successful BBC short course.
Filmed on location in France, the Talk French programmes assume no
prior knowledge of the language, and feature authentic dialogues between
French Grammar
native speakers, plus clear and concise on-screen language tips. Offering
an invaluable insight into the sights, sounds and culture you’ll encounter
during your trip, they’ll bring the language to life before your eyes!
Interactive activities allow you to check your progress at every stage
This practical reference guide is the perfect companion to any French course. Its Bilingual subtitles provide on-screen support at the touch of a button
emphasis is on clear and concise explanations of the core structures of the language.
Language summary sections give you the chance to listen to and
Illustrated with hundreds of examples, it includes a glossary, verb tables and a practise key phrases
comprehensive index.
1 x 90-minute disc (available separately)
Course Extras
Television Series
A lively, fast-track introduction to everyday French, which complements
Course Components the course and provides valuable additional material for learners
Children’s Title DVD Picture Cards Free Online Activities
Ten 15-minute television 48 fun-to-use cards present key Audio and video activities and exercises, as well as printable
programmes, each based on a language and vocabulary in a worksheets, provide you with lots of extra practice at
French is Fun!
separate topic, give children a clear and attractive format. www.bbc.co.uk/languages
wide variety of interesting and The possibilities for games
relevant language. Extra features are endless!
with Serge, the
include subtitles in French and
Parents’ Guide
English, plus interactive games
to help reinforce language skills Explains the key language, and
Cheeky Monkey!
offers useful tips and hints on
Activity Book helping your child to get the
With its comical characters best out of the pack
and absorbing activities, this
(All components supplied in
colourful activity book offers fun
one pack)
An entertaining and effective introduction to and effective language practice
through 40 pages of games,
French for kids aged 5–10 years old. Based
puzzles and cartoon stories
around the animated characters of Serge, a
Audio CD
lovable but cheeky monkey, and his clever
Featuring songs and stories
friend Pascale the parrot, this fun-filled
from the DVD, this entertaining
language pack will get children interested in 80-minute CD also offers games
learning French. and pronunciation practice
linked to the activity book
The specially designed components will
Song Sheets
get kids used to both hearing and speaking
Sing along to all the catchy
French and topics covered include: songs from the television
greetings, colours, animals, likes and programmes and CD
dislikes, food and drink, sports.
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FRENCH
FRENCH
Talk French 2 Course Components Talk French Pack Course Components
Course Book Course Books
If you are looking to take your French to the The course is structured into ten main units, with five additional units The Talk French Pack is the ideal The pack contains the 128-page
next level, and are keen to recap what you called ‘En plus’ which help consolidate what you have learned way to learn French, combining Talk French course book and the
160-page Talk French 2 course book.
have already learned, Talk French 2 is the It incorporates highly effective learning strategies, such as the bestselling Talk French and
ideal way for you to improve – whether you predicting, educated guesswork and memory building and presents Talk French 2. This pack will take Audio
are returning to the language and don’t want grammar in a way that is easy to understand, without complex you from absolute beginner to a The pack contains the 2 x 60-minute CDs
technical explanations from Talk French and the 2 x 75-minute
to start right back at the beginning or you’ve level where you’ll be able to
It includes a comprehensive reference section with audio transcripts, CDs from Talk French 2.
completed an introductory course. engage in conversations on a
essential grammar and a pronunciation guide
whole range of subjects from
Based on the hugely popular and successful 160-page course book (available separately or as part of the language food to property – as well as
approach of the Talk series, Talk French 2 pack, which also contains the CDs) getting to know people and coping
will quickly develop your French through its Course Extras
Audio confidently in everyday situations.
clear, structured units packed with interesting Closely linked to the course book, the interactive audio allows you
Free Online Activities
and effective activities. You’ll be able to to develop your listening and speaking skills so you can engage in Talk French and Talk French 2 are Audio and video activities and exercises,
express opinions on a range of subjects increasingly sophisticated conversations and express yourself on also available to buy as individual as well as printable worksheets, provide
from food to property, as well as get to contemporary topics you with lots of extra practice at
packs at £14.99 each but if you purchase this combined pack you www.bbc.co.uk/languages.
know people and cope confidently in 2 x 75-minute CDs (available as part of the language pack, which also will save £5 on the price of buying the two CD packs individually.
everyday situations. contains the course book)
Talk French Grammar
Talk French Grammar is the ideal resource for anyone setting out
to learn French, at home or in a class. Using the tried-and-tested
principles of the bestselling Talk series, it demystifies grammar
and guides you through the key structures of French in a way
that’s really easy to follow even if you have no experience at all
of grammar and grammatical terminology. Talk French Grammar
promotes a real understanding of how French works and how it
relates to English. It contains clear explanations and hundreds of
useful examples, learning tips and strategies. Interesting practice
activities reinforce the language patterns and help you remember
what you’ve learned.
From Prentice Hall Life
Brilliant French Course Components
Course Book
Brilliant French will quickly and
The course is structured into 12 chapters
effectively teach you the basics of the which help develop your vocabulary,
language and, with a little time and grammar and pronunciation to become
practice, you’ll gain the vocabulary, familiar with the look, feel and sounds
skills and confidence you’re looking of French.
for. Making the most of the many 240-page full-colour course book only
language-learning talents you naturally available as part of the pack.
possess, this course offers all the Audio
support, techniques, tips and guidance The audio features authentic dialogues
you’ll need. Soon you’ll discover that spoken by native speakers and focuses
speaking, understanding, reading and particularly on pronunciation.
enjoying French really isn’t as hard as 2 x 75-minute CDs.
you thought it was.
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FRENCH
SPANISH
The French Course Components
Spanish Phrase Book
Experience 1 Course Book
& Dictionary
16 structured units present the main language of the course
Four revision and assessment units reinforce learning using activities
and language ‘check ups’
Hundreds of thousands of people have
288-page, full-colour book (available separately or as part of the
already learned French with the popular Compact and easy to use, this handy guide includes travel and
language pack, which also contains the CDs)
beginners’ course, The French Experience 1. language tips plus a two-way mini-dictionary, so you’ll never be stuck
At home or in a class, you can use this Audio
for the right word.
hugely successful course to develop your Authentic dialogues and interviews allow you to hear native French
speakers using everyday language It is arranged by topic in clear, colour-coded sections, and offers
listening, reading, writing and speaking
skills. You can also gain valuable insights into Activities focus on listening and recognising, and progress to speaking phrases for every eventuality. Its simple-to-read format allows you
and understanding to help you develop your conversational French to build your own sentences and develop your language skills. Also
French culture. Using the extensive range
of media available, from the course book to 4 x 75-minute audio CDs (available separately or as part of the language featuring a comprehensive menu reader and pronunciation guide, it is
the audio CDs, to the popular accompanying pack, which also contains the course book) the ideal companion to any trip.
television series and free online activities, Activity Book
The French Experience 1 can help you reach Closely linked to each unit of the course book, it provides extra
the equivalent level of a first qualification, practice in reading and writing
such as GCSE. 80-page book (available separately)
Course Extras
Television Series
Get By in Spanish
20 x 15-minute programmes tie in to the course book, and help to
reinforce speaking and listening skills Get By in Spanish is the ideal travel companion – a quick and easy
Course Components
Regularly repeated on the BBC TWO Learning Zone (not available to buy) introduction to Spanish and a phrase book covering all the essential
Book
language you’ll need on your trip. With the help of an audio CD, get to
Free Online Activities Allows you to communicate with
grips with the basics of conversation before you leave, then take the confidence with thousands of essential
Ten units containing audio and video complement the course and
book away with you as a handy reference guide. words and phrases
the television programmes and are available at www.bbc.co.uk/
languages/french/experience/ Helps you understand the basics of
You can also download the audio tracks onto your MP3 player to learn
the language with clear and easy-to-
on the move! The key language includes: getting around, somewhere follow explanations
to stay, buying things, eating out, entertainment and emergencies.
Gives you the opportunity to try out
what you’ve learned with mini role-plays
The French Course Components
and activities
Contains a two-way mini-dictionary and a
Experience 2 Course Book
Fully integrated with the audio, ten units contain dialogues,
role-plays, varied activities and authentic texts
full pronunciation guide so you’ll always
know how to say your chosen phrase
Ensures you can eat out the Spanish way
Self-assessment tests are included for you to check your progress with the comprehensive menu reader
A highly successful intermediate course, as you work through the course 160-page course book (available separately
The French Experience 2 is ideal for 224-page full-colour course book (available separately or as part of or as part of the language pack, which also
learners who have completed The French the language pack, which also contains the CDs) contains the CD)
Experience 1 or any other beginners’ French Audio
course. The course focuses on the standard Audio
Contains key phrases and authentic
French of France but also travels further Packed with language explanations and opportunities for listening,
dialogues so that you can develop your
understanding and speaking
afield to introduce learners to the richness listening and speaking skills before you
and diversity of the French-speaking world. Includes real-life conversations and interviews in French to show go away
the spoken language in everyday use
Whether you are studying at home or in a Gives you a chance to practise the
class, its easy-to-follow approach enables 5 x 75-minute audio CDs (CDs can be bought separately and language and take part in conversations
you to speak, are available in a language pack, which also contains the 1 x 60-minute CD (available as part of the
course book)
understand, read language pack, which also contains the
and write French to course book)
a high standard, in a
wide range of useful Course Extras
everyday settings. Television Series Also available
Ten programmes explore the French-speaking world from Quebec
to Senegal, providing additional support If you are travelling further afield
to Latin America, this is the course
Regularly repeated on the BBC TWO Learning Zone
(not available to buy) for you.
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SPANISH
SPANISH
Get Into Spanish Course Components España Viva Course Components
CD-ROM Course Book
An innovative and interactive multi-media Take part in fully-animated interactive dialogues and pick up the skills Hundreds of thousands of people have 15 units contain a mixture of dialogues from the audio and TV
and confidence to communicate recordings, followed by explanations and exercises
course, Get Into Spanish is the ideal course already learned Spanish with the popular
for beginners looking for a flexible approach Choose a way of learning that suits you, with different options within beginners’ course, España Viva. It aims not 224-page course book (available separately or as part of the language
to learning a language. Containing the main eight locations only to teach Spanish but also something pack, which also contains the CDs)
part of the course, the CD-ROM allows you Record your part in conversations and compare yourself with native about the people who speak it. Ideal for those Audio
to create a virtual on-screen character and Spanish speakers who know little or no Spanish, España Viva is Authentic dialogues and interviews allow you to hear native Spanish
experience typical holiday situations within Access learning support via the comprehensive built-in phrase carefully structured to suit learners who have speakers using everyday language
a virtual Spanish town. Its focus on real book, basics section and concise grammar notes little time to study. Pronunciation practice and revision exercises enable you to hone your
language means you will be communicating 2 x PC CD-ROMs (available as part of the language pack, which also listening and speaking skills
in Spanish right from the start. You’ll get Focusing on listening, reading, writing and
contains the course book and the audio CD) 3 x 60-minute CDs (available separately or as part of the language
the chance to read, speak and listen to speaking, the points covered in each unit pack, which also contains the course book)
Course Book are limited to what could realistically be
Spanish, by viewing animated conversations,
Revise and refresh the language you have met on the CD-ROM understood and learned in an evening. Activity Book
then taking part yourself, as well as testing wherever you are, with ten units of complementary material in a
By the end of the course you should be Linked to the course book, it provides extra practice in reading
your knowledge with a range of interactive handy book and writing
activities and challenges. With the help of able to handle a great variety of everyday
144-page, full-colour course book (available as part of the language 80-page book (available separately)
Get Into Spanish you will be able to reach situations, reaching the equivalent level of a
pack, which also contains the CD-ROMs and audio CD)
the equivalent level of a first qualification, first qualification, such as GCSE.
Audio
such as GCSE.
Build on the language you’ve learned by listening to the adventures of Course Extras
Simon Martin, a young British web designer, as he touches down in
Alicante in search of new horizons Television Series
15 programmes filmed on location cover the same everyday topics as
1 x 60-minute CD (available as part
the audio, and help reinforce speaking and listening skills
of the language pack, which also
contains the CD-ROMs and the Regularly repeated on the BBC TWO Learning Zone (not available to buy)
course book)
Dedicated Website
Access games, activities and
opportunities to learn about
hispanic culture with your
password to our dedicated
website at www.getinto.com
Quickstart Course Components
Spanish Audio
Each section gives you time to You can learn at home or on
listen followed by time to reflect the move by playing Quickstart
with a step-by-step explanation Spanish on your CD player or
Quickstart Spanish is a simple and effective
of the dialogue, and finally time computer, loading it on to your
way to get going and build your confidence – MP3 player or playing it on
to practise and recap
fast! This engaging your iPod or iPhone
and well-structured Conversations between friends
Spanish Grammar
approach breaks introduce you to a range of
Take advantage of the special
weekend-break scenarios,
down the key iPod and iPhone features
ensuring that the language you
language into which enable you to view the
learn is relevant to your needs
manageable chunks, dialogues and their translations
as you listen
and gives plenty You will learn how to find a This practical reference guide is ideal for both GCSE students and adults,
of opportunity to place to stay, get around town,
whether they’re learning at home or in a class. The perfect complement to
order in restaurants, hit the 2 x 70-minute CDs and a
practise, as well any Spanish course, its emphasis is on clear and concise explanations of
shops, have a drink and enjoy booklet containing key language
as produce the the nightlife and dialogue transcripts the core structures of the language, illustrated with hundreds of current,
language yourself. everyday examples.
The book is designed to allow easy and rapid consultation and includes a
glossary, verb tables and a comprehensive, easy-to-use index.
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SPANISH
SPANISH
Talk Spanish Course Components Talk Spanish 2 Course Components
Course Book Course Book
A bestselling course for absolute Step by step, ten units present the main language of the course If you are looking to take your Spanish to the The course is structured into ten main units, with five additional units
beginners, Talk Spanish has been next level, and are keen to recap what you called ‘Y además’ which help consolidate what you have learned
Opportunities for involvement and interaction at every stage and
consistently popular with both those learning regular progress checks make learning simple and enjoyable have already learned, Talk Spanish 2 is the It incorporates highly effective learning strategies, such as
at home and in a class, as well as with ideal way for you to improve – whether you predicting, educated guesswork and memory building and presents
128-page course book (available separately or as part of the language
language tutors. It provides you with a clear, are returning to the language and don’t want grammar in a way that is easy to understand, without complex
pack, which also contains the CDs)
technical explanations
simple and successful way of learning and to start right back at the beginning or you’ve
Audio Includes a comprehensive reference section with audio transcripts,
gives you the best grounding in the basics completed an introductory course.
Authentic dialogues allow you to hear the language as it is essential grammar and a pronunciation guide
of Spanish. actually spoken
Based on the hugely popular and successful 160-page course book (available separately or as part of the language
Talk encourages you to make genuine Closely linked to the course book, the audio allows you to develop approach of the Talk series, Talk Spanish 2 pack, which also contains the CDs)
your listening and speaking skills, giving you confidence to use the
progress and promotes a real sense of will quickly develop your Spanish through its Audio
language you learn
achievement. The key to its effectiveness clear, structured units packed with interesting Closely linked to the course book, the interactive audio allows you
lies in its popular structure and systematic 2 x 60-minute CDs (available as part of the language pack, which also and effective activities. You’ll be able to to develop your listening and speaking skills so you can engage in
contains the course book)
approach. This multi-media course is express opinions on a range of subjects increasingly sophisticated conversations and express yourself on
suitable for you if you want to learn for DVD from food to property, as well as get to contemporary topics
work, for fun or in order to prepare for a Based on the classic six-part BBC TWO television series, these know people and cope confidently in 2 x 75-minute CDs (available as part of the language pack, which also
first qualification. entertaining and informative programmes can be used either alone or everyday situations. contains the course book)
as part of the highly successful BBC short course. Filmed on location in
Spain, the Talk Spanish programmes assume no prior knowledge of the
language, and feature authentic dialogues between native speakers, plus
clear and concise on-screen language tips. Offering an invaluable insight
into the sights, sounds and culture you’ll encounter during your trip, they’ll
bring the language to life before your eyes!
Interactive activities allow you to check your progress at every stage
Bilingual subtitles provide on-screen support at the touch of a button
Language summary sections give you the chance to listen to and
practise key phrases
1 x 90-minute disc (available separately)
Course Extras
Television Series
A lively, fast-track introduction to everyday Spanish, which complements
the course and provides valuable additional material for learners
Free Online Activities
Audio and video activities and exercises, as well as printable
worksheets, provide you with lots of extra practice at
www.bbc.co.uk/languages
16 BBC Active Languages Catalogue BBC Active Languages Catalogue 17
SPANISH
SPANISH
Talk Spanish Pack Course Components Sueños World Course Components
The Talk Spanish Pack is the ideal
Course Books
The pack contains the 128-page
Spanish 1 Course Book
20 units, including cultural information and review sections, present
the main language of the course
way to learn Spanish, combining Talk Spanish course book and the
160-page Talk Spanish 2 course book. A selection of revision exercises help reinforce learning and allow you
the bestselling Talk Spanish and
Audio
Spanish is spoken by more than 500 million to check your progress
Talk Spanish 2. This pack will take
people in over 20 countries and is one of the
you from absolute beginner to a The pack contains the 2 x 60-minute CDs 288-page, full-colour course book (available separately or as part of the
from Talk Spanish and the 2 x 75-minute most popular choices for language learners language pack, which also contains the audio CDs)
level where you’ll be able to
CDs from Talk Spanish 2. around the world. A bestselling course for
engage in conversations on a Audio
beginners, Sueños World Spanish 1 is
whole range of subjects from food Authentic dialogues recorded around the whole of the Spanish-
designed to meet the varied needs of adult
to property – as well as getting to speaking world allow you to hear Spanish as it is actually spoken
learners, whether learning at home or in a
know people and coping confidently Course Extras Exercises and activities help you develop and hone your listening
class. From the very beginning it encourages
in everyday situations. and speaking skills
Free Online Activities you to develop your listening and speaking
skills with confidence and provides many 4 x 75-minute audio CDs (available separately or as part of the language
Talk Spanish and Talk Spanish 2 Audio and video activities and exercises, pack, which also contains the course book)
as well as printable worksheets, provide opportunities to practise reading in Spanish.
are also available to buy as individual
you with lots of extra practice at Using the extensive range of media available,
packs at £14.99 each but if you purchase this combined pack you www.bbc.co.uk/languages. from the course book to the audio CDs, to
will save £5 on the price of buying the two CD packs individually. Course Extras
the popular accompanying television series
and free online activities, Sueños World Television Series
Talk Spanish Grammar
Spanish 1 can 20 x 15-minute programmes tie in to the course book, and help
help you reach reinforce speaking and listening skills
the equivalent Regularly repeated on the BBC TWO Learning Zone (not available to buy)
level of a first
qualification, Activity Book
Talk Spanish Grammar is the ideal resource for anyone setting
Closely linked to the course book, it provides additional activities
out to learn Spanish, at home or in a class. Using the tried-and- such as GCSE.
around the key points of the course
tested principles of the bestselling Talk series, it demystifies
grammar and guides you through the key structures of Spanish in Free Online Activities
a way that’s really easy to follow even if you have no experience Online activities that complement the units of the book are available
at www.bbc.co.uk/languages
at all of grammar and grammatical terminology. Talk Spanish
Grammar promotes a real understanding of how Spanish works
and how it relates to English. It contains clear explanations
and hundreds of useful examples, learning tips and strategies.
Interesting practice activities reinforce the language patterns and
help you remember what you’ve learned.
Sueños World Course Components
From Prentice Hall Life Spanish 2 Course Book
Used with the audio material,
Real-life conversations in
Spanish show the spoken
the book presents new language in everyday use
Brilliant Spanish Course Components
A highly successful intermediate course,
Sueños World Spanish 2 is ideal for
language in a carefully-
structured, step-by-step
approach
4 x 75-minute audio CDs
(available separately or as part of
the language pack, which also
learners who have completed Sueños World A selection of fascinating contains the course book)
Course Book
Brilliant Spanish will quickly and Spanish 1 or any other beginners’ Spanish authentic texts enables you to
The course is structured into 12 chapters get to grips with real Spanish in
effectively teach you the basics of the course. The course focuses on the standard
which help develop your vocabulary, real contexts
language and, with a little time and grammar and pronunciation to become Spanish of Spain but also travels further
practice, you’ll gain the vocabulary, familiar with the look, feel and sounds afield to introduce learners to the richness 224-page, full-colour course
skills and confidence you’re looking of Spanish. and diversity of the Spanish-speaking world. book (available separately or
as part of the language pack,
for. Making the most of the many 232-page full-colour course book only
With an easy-to-follow approach, whether which also contains the
language-learning talents you naturally available as part of the pack. audio CDs)
possess, this course offers all the you are learning at home or in a class, you
Audio
support, techniques, tips and guidance will learn to speak, understand, read and Audio
The audio features authentic dialogues
you’ll need. Soon you’ll discover that write Spanish to a high standard, in a wide Language explanations are
spoken by native speakers and focuses provided along with plenty
speaking, understanding, reading and particularly on pronunciation. range of useful everyday settings.
of opportunities for listening,
enjoying Spanish really isn’t as hard as 2 x 75-minute CDs. understanding and speaking
you thought it was.
18 BBC Active Languages Catalogue BBC Active Languages Catalogue 19ITALIAN
ITALIAN
Talk Italian Course Components
Italian Phrase Book Course Book
& Dictionary A bestselling course for absolute beginners,
Talk Italian has been consistently popular
Step by step, ten units present the main language of the course
Opportunities for involvement and interaction at every stage and
with both those learning at home and in regular progress checks make learning simple and enjoyable
a class, as well as with language tutors. 128-page course book (available separately or as part of the language
Compact and easy to use, this handy guide includes travel and language tips
It provides you with a clear, simple and pack, which also contains the CDs)
plus a two-way mini-dictionary, so you’ll never be stuck for the right word. It is
successful way of learning and gives you
arranged by topic in clear, colour-coded sections, and offers phrases for every Audio
the best grounding in the basics of Italian.
eventuality. The simple-to-read format allows you to build your own sentences Authentic dialogues allow you to hear the language as it is
and develop your language skills. Also featuring a comprehensive menu reader actually spoken
Talk Italian encourages you to make
and pronunciation guide, it is the ideal companion to any trip. genuine progress and promotes a real sense Closely linked to the course book, the audio allows you to develop
your listening and speaking skills, giving you confidence to use the
of achievement. The key to its effectiveness
language you learn
lies in its popular structure and systematic
approach. This multi-media course is 2 x 60-minute CDs (available as part of the language pack, which also
contains the course book)
Get By in Italian
suitable for you if you want to learn for
Course Components work, for fun or in order to prepare for a
first qualification.
Course Extras
Book 160-page course book (available Television Series
Get By in Italian is the ideal travel
Allows you to communicate separately or as part of the
companion – a quick and easy introduction A lively, fast-track introduction to everyday Italian, which complements
with confidence with thousands language pack, which also
to Italian and a phrase book covering all the the course and provides valuable additional material for learners
of essential words and phrases contains the CD)
(not available to buy)
essential language you’ll need on your trip.
Helps you understand the Free Online Activities
With the help of an audio CD, get to grips Audio
basics of the language with
with the basics of a conversation before Audio and video activities and exercises, as well as printable
clear and easy-to-follow Contains key phrases and worksheets, provide you with lots of extra practice at www.bbc.
you leave, then take the book away with explanations authentic dialogues so co.uk/languages
you as a handy reference guide. You can Gives you the opportunity to try that you can develop your
also download the out what you’ve learned with listening and speaking skills
mini role-plays and activities before you go away
audio tracks onto
your MP3 player to Contains a two-way Gives you a chance to
learn on the move! mini-dictionary and a full practise the language and
The key language pronunciation guide so you’ll take part in conversations
always know how to say your
includes: getting
chosen phrase 1 x 60-minute CD (available
around, somewhere
Ensures you can eat out as part of the language pack,
to stay, buying
the Italian way with the which also contains the
things, eating out, comprehensive menu reader course book)
entertainment and
emergencies.
Quickstart Italian Course Components
Audio
Quickstart Italian is a simple and effective Each section gives you time to You can learn at home or on
way to get going and build your confidence listen followed by time to reflect the move by playing Quickstart
with a step-by-step explanation Italian on your CD player or
– fast! This engaging and well-structured
of the dialogue, and finally time computer, loading it on to your
approach breaks to practise and recap MP3 player or playing it on
down the key your iPod or iPhone
language into Conversations between friends
introduce you to a range of Take advantage of the special
manageable chunks,
weekend-break scenarios, iPod and iPhone features
and gives plenty ensuring that the language you which enable you to view the
of opportunity to learn is relevant to your needs dialogues and their translations
practise, as well as you listen
You will learn how to find a
as produce the place to stay, get around town,
language yourself. order in restaurants, hit the 2 x 70-minute CDs and a
shops, have a drink and enjoy booklet containing key language
the nightlife and dialogue transcripts
20 BBC Active Languages Catalogue BBC Active Languages Catalogue 21ITALIAN
ITALIAN
Talk Italian 2 Course Components Talk Italian Pack Course Components
Course Book Course Books
If you are looking to take your Italian to the The course is structured into ten main units, with five additional units The Talk Italian Pack is the ideal The pack contains the 128-page
next level, and are keen to recap what you called ‘In più’ which help consolidate what you have learned way to learn Italian, combining Talk Italian course book and the
160-page Talk Italian 2 course book.
have already learned, Talk Italian 2 is the It incorporates highly effective learning strategies, such as the bestselling Talk Italian and Talk
ideal way for you to improve – whether you predicting, educated guesswork and memory building and presents Italian 2. This pack will take you Audio
are returning to the language and don’t want grammar in a way that is easy to understand, without complex from absolute beginner to a level The pack contains the 2 x 60-minute CDs
technical explanations from Talk Italian and the 2 x 75-minute
to start right back at the beginning or you’ve where you’ll be able to
Includes a comprehensive reference section with audio transcripts, CDs from Talk Italian 2.
completed an introductory course. engage in conversations on a
essential grammar and a pronunciation guide
whole range of subjects from food
Based on the hugely popular and successful 160-page course book (available separately or as part of the language to property – as well as getting to
approach of the Talk series, Talk Italian 2 pack, which also contains the CDs) know people and coping confidently
will quickly develop your Italian through its Course Extras
Audio in everyday situations.
clear, structured units packed with interesting Closely linked to the course book, the interactive audio allows you
Free Online Activities
and effective activities. You’ll be able to to develop your listening and speaking skills so you can engage in Talk Italian and Talk Italian 2 are Audio and video activities and exercises,
express opinions on a range of subjects increasingly sophisticated conversations and express yourself on also available to buy as individual as well as printable worksheets, provide
from food to property, as well as get to contemporary topics you with lots of extra practice at
packs at £14.99 each but if you purchase this combined pack you www.bbc.co.uk/languages.
know people and cope confidently in 2 x 75-minute CDs (available as part of the language pack, which also will save £5 on the price of buying the two CD packs individually.
everyday situations. contains the course book)
Talk Italian
Grammar
Talk Italian Grammar is the ideal resource
for anyone setting out to learn Italian, at
home or in a class. Using the tried-and-
tested principles of the bestselling Talk
series, it demystifies grammar and guides
you through the key structures of Italian
in a way that’s really easy to follow even if
you have no experience at all of grammar
and grammatical terminology. Talk Italian
Grammar promotes a real understanding
of how Italian works and how it relates to
English. It contains clear explanations and
hundreds of useful examples, learning tips
and strategies. Interesting practice activities
reinforce the language patterns and help you
remember what you’ve learned.
www.bbcactivelanguages.com
Visit our website for detailed
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of language courses available. It
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you want to – or you can buy BBC
Active Languages resources at all
good book shops.
22 BBC Active Languages Catalogue BBC Active Languages Catalogue 23ITALIAN
GERMAN
Buongiorno Italia! Course Components
Course Book Audio German Phrase Book
& Dictionary
20 units based around authentic Authentic conversations and
Buongiorno Italia! is a highly successful
dialogues in Italian illustrate the interviews allow you to hear
course for beginners learning Italian. Whether basic structures and vocabulary native Italian speakers in
learning at home or in a class, you will learn in an everyday context common situations
to use and understand basic colloquial Italian Exercises, activities and Fully integrated with the book, Compact and easy to use, this handy guide includes travel and language tips
in a wide range of everyday situations. You explanations reinforce learning the audio contains pronunciation
plus a two-way mini-dictionary, so you’ll never be stuck for the right word. It is
can gain valuable insights into modern Italian throughout the course practice, listening comprehension
and interactive lessons arranged by topic in clear, colour-coded sections, and offers phrases for every
culture, and extended reading material in 304-page, full-colour book
eventuality. Its simple-to-read format allows you to build your own sentences
Italian will enhance your learning experience, (available separately or as part of 3 x 70-minute CDs (CDs are
and develop your language skills. Also featuring a comprehensive menu reader
introducing more advanced language and the language pack, which also available separately and as part
contains the CDs) of the language pack, which and pronunciation guide, it is the ideal companion to any trip.
specialist topics.
Focusing on also contains the course book)
listening, reading,
writing and speaking
Course Extras
Get By in German
skills, Buongiorno
Italia! will help Television Series
you reach the Recorded mainly in the towns of Orvieto, Stresa and Vicenza, Course Components
the series helps to reinforce listening and speaking skills
equivalent of a first
Book 160-page course book (available
qualification, such Regularly repeated on the BBC TWO Learning Zone Get By in German is the ideal travel
Allows you to communicate separately or as part of the
as GCSE. (not available to buy) companion – a quick and easy introduction with confidence with thousands language pack, which also
to German and a phrase book covering all of essential words and phrases contains the CD)
the essential language you’ll need on your
Helps you understand the
trip. With the help of an audio CD, get to Audio
Italian Grammar
basics of the language with
grips with the basics of a conversation clear and easy-to-follow Contains key phrases and
before you leave, then take the book away explanations authentic dialogues so
with you as a handy reference guide. You can Gives you the opportunity to try that you can develop your
also download the out what you’ve learned with listening and speaking skills
This practical reference guide is ideal for both GCSE students and adults, whether they’re before you go away
audio tracks onto mini role-plays and activities
learning at home or in a class. The perfect complement to any Italian course, its emphasis
is on clear and concise explanations of the core structures of the language, illustrated with your MP3 player to Contains a two-way Gives you a chance to
learn on the move! mini-dictionary and a full practise the language and
hundreds of current, everyday examples. The book is designed to allow easy and rapid pronunciation guide so you’ll
The key language take part in conversations
consultation and includes a glossary, verb tables and a comprehensive, easy-to-use index. always know how to say your
includes: getting
chosen phrase 1 x 60-minute CD (available
around, somewhere
Ensures you can eat out as part of the language pack,
to stay, buying
Italianissimo 1
the German way with the which also contains the
things, eating out,
Course Components entertainment and
comprehensive menu reader course book)
Course Book Audio
emergencies.
The ideal introduction to everyday Italian Ten structured units present the Authentic dialogues and
for beginners, Italianissimo 1 will help you main language of the course interviews allow you to hear
native Italian speakers using
develop your listening, reading, writing and Additional grammar and
Quickstart German
everyday language
speaking skills whether you are learning at exercise sections are provided
home or in a class. With an emphasis on at regular intervals to reinforce
learning
Useful, everyday topics help
you to reinforce your listening
Course Components
enjoying Italy and all it has to offer in terms
and speaking skills in context
of art, architecture, food and everyday 288-page, full-colour course Audio
book (available separately or 4 x 75-minute audio CDs Quickstart German is a simple and effective Each section gives you time to You can learn at home or on
culture, you will learn all the language you
as part of the language pack, (CDs are available separately way to get going and build your confidence listen followed by time to reflect the move by playing Quickstart
need to make the most of your time abroad. and as part of the language
which also contains the with a step-by-step explanation German on your CD player or
Its unique twin-track approach allows you – fast! This engaging and well-structured
audio CDs) pack, which also contains the of the dialogue, and finally time computer, loading it on to your
to decide how you want to learn. Choose course book) approach breaks to practise and recap MP3 player or playing it on
either the quicker route, concentrating down the key your iPod or iPhone
language into Conversations between friends
on communication, or the more detailed introduce you to a range of
manageable chunks, Take advantage of the special
route if you wish Course Extras weekend-break scenarios, iPod and iPhone features
to understand the and gives plenty ensuring that the language you which enable you to view the
Television Series Free Online Activities of opportunity to learn is relevant to your needs
language and grammar dialogues and their translations
20 programmes give you practise, as well as you listen
in more depth. Video clips, language notes You will learn how to find a
additional dialogues and
Italianissimo 1 can and activities that complement as produce the place to stay, get around town,
information about Italy
the course and television series language yourself. order in restaurants, hit the 2 x 70-minute CDs and a
help you reach the
Regularly repeated on the are available at www.bbc. shops, have a drink and enjoy booklet containing key language
equivalent level of a BBC TWO Learning Zone co.uk/languages the nightlife and dialogue transcripts
first qualification, such (not available to buy)
as GCSE.
24 BBC Active Languages Catalogue BBC Active Languages Catalogue 25GERMAN
PORTUGUESE
Talk German Course Components
Course Book Audio Portuguese Phrase Book
& Dictionary
Step by step, ten units Authentic dialogues allow you
A bestselling course for absolute beginners,
present the main language to hear the language as it is
Talk German has been consistently popular of the course actually spoken
with both those learning at home and in
Opportunities for involvement Closely linked to the course book,
a class, as well as with language tutors. and interaction at every stage and the audio allows you to develop Compact and easy to use, this handy guide includes travel and language tips plus
It provides you with a clear, simple and regular progress checks make your listening and speaking skills,
a two-way mini-dictionary, so you’ll never be stuck for the right word. It is arranged
successful way of learning and gives you learning simple and enjoyable giving you confidence to use the
language you learn by topic in clear, colour-coded sections, and offers phrases for every eventuality.
the best grounding in the basics of German. 128-page course book
The simple-to-read format allows you to build your own sentences and develop your
(available separately or as part 2 x 60-minute CDs (available as
Talk German encourages you to make of the language pack, which part of the language pack, which
language skills. Also featuring a comprehensive menu reader and pronunciation
genuine progress and promotes a real sense also contains the CDs) also contains the course book) guide, it is the ideal companion to any trip.
of achievement. The key
to its effectiveness lies
in its popular structure Course Extras
and systematic approach. Television Series Free Online Activities
Get By in
This multi-media course A lively, fast-track introduction Audio and video activities and
is suitable for you if you to everyday German, which
complements the course and
exercises, as well as printable
worksheets, provide you with
Course Components
want to learn for work, for
Portuguese
provides valuable additional lots of extra practice at www. Book
fun or in order to prepare
material for learners (not bbc.co.uk/languages Allows you to communicate with confidence with thousands of
for a first qualification.
available to buy) essential words and phrases
Helps you understand the basics of the language with clear and easy-
Get By in Portuguese is the ideal travel to-follow explanations
Deutsch Plus Course Components
Course Book the course, the audio consists
companion – a quick and easy introduction
to Portuguese and a phrase book covering
Gives you the opportunity to try out what you’ve learned with mini
role-plays and activities
all the essential language you’ll need on your
of authentic dialogues and Contains a two-way mini-dictionary and a full pronunciation guide so
37 units present the main trip. With the help of an audio CD, get to
interviews, as well as useful you’ll always know how to say your chosen phrase
Deutsch Plus, the popular course for language of the course grips with the basics of conversation before
explanations and tips Ensures you can eat out the Portuguese way with the comprehensive
beginners in German, is designed for adult Self-assessment tests reinforce you leave, then take the book away with you
Featuring the option to take menu reader
learners in a range of situations. Whether learning and enable you to as a handy reference guide.
monitor your progress part in conversations, it can 160-page course book (available separately or as part of the language
you are studying in a class, at home, for help to reinforce speaking
business or leisure purposes, you will find 224-page, full-colour course book You can also download the audio tracks pack, which also contains the CD)
and listening skills, and build
the course carefully structured to introduce (available separately or as part of your confidence onto your MP3 player to learn on the move! Audio
the language pack, which also The key language includes: getting around,
you to the language in a meaningful 4 x 75-minute CDs (CDs are Contains key phrases and authentic dialogues so that you can
contains the CDs)
and interesting way. A wealth of cultural available separately and as part somewhere to stay, buying things, eating develop your listening and speaking skills before you go away
information is included enabling you to Audio of the language pack, which out, entertainment and emergencies. Gives you a chance to practise the language and take part in
develop your language skills in context. Containing all the listening also contains the course book) conversations
material you need to follow
1 x 60-minute CD (available as part of the language pack, which also
Focusing on contains the course book)
listening,
Course Extras
reading, writing
and speaking Television Series valuable additional source
skills, Deutsch Award-winning 20-part drama material for the learner
features Nico, a Romanian worker (not available to buy)
Plus can help
in a fictitious television studio in Free Online Activities
you reach the
Germany as he learns how to
equivalent Ten units containing audio, video
cope with the new language
and quizzes complement the
level of a first
Regularly repeated on the BBC television series and are available
qualification, TWO Learning Zone, it offers at www.bbc.co.uk/languages
such as GCSE.
German Grammar
This practical reference guide is ideal for both GCSE students and adults, whether they’re
learning at home or in a class. The perfect complement to any German course, its emphasis
is on clear and concise explanations of the core structures of the language, illustrated with
hundreds of current, everyday examples. The book is designed to allow easy and rapid
consultation and includes a glossary, verb tables and a comprehensive, easy-to-use index.
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