Copyright Date:
2015
Edition Date:
2015
Release Date:
04/15/15
Pages:
63 pages
ISBN:
1-7714-7155-7
ISBN 13:
978-1-7714-7155-8
Dewey:
410
LCCN:
2014950141
Dimensions:
29 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
ALA Booklist
(Fri May 01 00:00:00 CDT 2015)
After a short introduction to languages and language families, this easy-to-read overview discusses 21 languages in colorful double-page spreads. Each presentation includes a brief history and boxes focused on specifics: translated numbers, phrases, and a conversation, as well as characteristics of the language and its pronunciation. An attractive map accompanies the list of countries where the language is spoken. The book's concluding section looks at nonverbal languages, such as sign language, semaphore, and Morse code. Two double-page maps, showing how to say hello and good-bye in 48 different languages, use pointers to indicate the locations, languages, and appropriate greetings. In addition to digitally created maps and graphs, the illustrations include many small photos and cartoonlike images. Webb pulls together a great deal of information and presents it in a useful and interesting way. An appealing choice for kids intrigued by languages or geography, this clearly written book will fill a gap in many library collections.
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ALA Booklist
(Fri May 01 00:00:00 CDT 2015)
We use language all day, every day - probably without thinking much about it. But if you stop and consider it, language is not only extremely important, it's fascinating, too! Use of language is one of the key things distinguishing humans from other animals, and nearly 7,000 languages are spoken around the world. Without it, we'd be hard pressed to communicate, express ourselves, or understand others. The Book of Languages begins with an introduction to why language is important, how it originated and how it changes. From there, the book profiles 21 of the world's languages. Each spread showcases a language's history, where it's spoken, what it looks like and how to speak a few phrases and count to ten. Rounded out with sections on non-verbal and animal language, this book will stimulate readers' curiosity about the world and spark appreciation for language learning.