Random House Webster's Concise American Sign Language Dictionary

Written by Elaine Costello, Ph.D.
Illustrated by Lois Lenderman, Paul M. Setzer and Linda C. Tom

Format: Paperback, 528 pages
On Sale: January 2, 2002
Price: $7.99

A complete pocket dictionary of American Sign Language

Over 4,500 fully illustrated, up-to-date signs

From basic hand shapes to fully illustrated and described signs, Random House Webster’s Concise American Sign Language Dictionary offers a comprehensive and up-to-date treasury of signs. Whether you are a novice seeking “survival signs” for basic communication or an... Read more >

Wired for Story
The Writer's Guide to Using Brain Science to Hook Readers from the Very First Sentence
Written by Lisa Cron

Format: Trade Paperback, 272 pages
On Sale: July 10, 2012
Price: $14.99

This guide reveals how writers can utilize cognitive storytelling strategies to craft stories that ignite readers’ brains and captivate them through each plot element.

  Imagine knowing what the brain craves from every tale it encounters, what fuels the success of any great story, and what keeps readers transfixed. Wired for Story reveals... Read more >

Fifth Grade Vocabulary Flashcards

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Non-traditional book, 240 pages
On Sale: December 13, 2011
Price: $11.99

HELP YOUR CHILD VANQUISH VOCABULARY!
 
We’ve selected 230 words to help your child expand their vocabulary and enhance their school and reading success. With words and a contextual sentence on the front, and definitions, pronunciation, and syllable breaks on the back, our Sylvan flashcards make learning easy and fun. We’ve also included... Read more >

Fourth Grade Vocabulary Flashcards

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Non-traditional book, 240 pages
On Sale: December 13, 2011
Price: $11.99

HELP YOUR CHILD VANQUISH VOCABULARY!
 
We’ve selected 230 words to help your child expand their vocabulary and enhance their school and reading success. With words and a contextual sentence on the front, and definitions, pronunciation, and syllable breaks on the back, our Sylvan flashcards make learning easy and fun. We’ve also included... Read more >

Madrigals Magic Key to Spanish

Written by Margarita Madrigal

Format: eBook, 512 pages
On Sale: September 26, 2012
Price: $9.99

Anyone can read, write, and speak Spanish in only a few short weeks with this unique and proven method, which completely eliminates rote memorization and boring drills.

Original B & W illustrations.


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More Word Smart

Written by Princeton Review

Format: Trade Paperback, 400 pages
On Sale: July 3, 2012
Price: $13.99

Build a More Impressive Vocabulary.

Did you know that:

   • The word "noisome" has nothing whatsoever to do with noise?
   • "Ordinance" and "ordnance" have two distinct meanings?
   • An "errant" fool is a fool who is lost, while an "arrant" fool is one whose foolishness is obvious?

If any of these facts caught you by surprise, then...

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Living Language Italian, Complete Edition
Beginner through advanced course, including 3 coursebooks, 9 audio CDs, and free online learning
Written by Living Language

Format: Package, 352 pages
On Sale: August 9, 2011
Price: $49.99

Complete Italian is a unique multimedia program that takes you beginner to advanced level in one convenient package.
 
At the core of Complete Italian is the Living Language Method™, based on linguistic science, proven techniques, and over 65 years of experience. Our method teaches you the whole language, so... Read more >

Third Grade Vocabulary Flashcards

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Non-traditional book, 240 pages
On Sale: December 13, 2011
Price: $11.99

HELP YOUR CHILD VANQUISH VOCABULARY!
 
We’ve selected 230 words to help your child expand their vocabulary and enhance their school and reading success. With words and a contextual sentence on the front, and definitions, pronunciation, and syllable breaks on the back, our Sylvan flashcards make learning easy and fun. We’ve also included... Read more >

Overcoming Dyslexia
A New and Complete Science-Based Program for Reading Problems at Any Level
Written by Sally Shaywitz, M.D.

Format: eBook, 432 pages
On Sale: December 24, 2008
Price: $15.99

FOR EVERYONE WHO STRUGGLES TO READ!
Clear, practical, science-based information and advice for successful results

One in five American children has trouble reading. But they are not stupid or lazy. In Overcoming Dyslexia, Dr. Sally Shaywitz, codirector of the Yale Center for the Study of Learning and Attention and a leader in the... Read more >

Conquering the College Admissions Essay in 10 Steps
Crafting a Winning Personal Statement
Written by Alan Gelb

Format: Trade Paperback, 208 pages
On Sale: March 1, 2008
Price: $11.99

Writing a memorable personal statement can seem like an overwhelming project for a young college applicant, but college essay coach Alan Gelb's holistic strategy and reassuring voice takes out the intimidation factor. Students will identify an engaging topic and use creative writing techniques to compose a vivid statement that will reflect... Read more >