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ABC Rhyming Books (My First Book of)
Introduce unique bits of culture and languages to your family. Each book highlights a specific Asian language. Using the English alphabet, a word in the target language is introduced: A is for Ao (Vietnamese for pond); C is for Chai (Hindi for a special tea); J is for Janken (the Japanese version of Rock, Paper, Scissors). An explanatory preface (with pronunciation notes) highlights specific culture and language elements. Each volume contains beautiful, full-page illustrations and included rhyming text to introduce a word and bit of the culture. Each word is written for English pronunciation and in the target language. Emphasis is typically on day-to-day activities from a neutral perspective (with no religious emphasis). The publisher website provides free downloadable MP3 files with each word pronounced; some books include other supplements for further enjoyment. You’ll treasure these lovely hardcover alphabet books and the languages and cultures they introduce. ~ Ruth
