Countdown to Spanish: Learn to Communicate in 24 Hours

By Gail Stein

Master Spanish in just one day

When time is of the essence, trust Countdown to Spanish to help readers master the language quickly and effectively. Organized into 24 units--each of which is designed to take no more than one hour to study--this self-instruction book presents material in a "countdown" fashion, from Hour 24 all the way down to 0, allowing learners to gauge their progress along the way.

Beginning with a basic introduction of grammar and vocabulary fundamentals, the units move quickly to practical conversational skills for both vacation and business travelers. Upon completion of the guide--the equivalent of just one day--readers eager to apply their newly honed language skills will be able to communicate in a variety of everyday, real-world situations.

• Language: English
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Release date: Sep 22, 2003
• ISBN: 9780071428644

Gail Stein

Gail Stein is a retired New York City junior and senior high school foreign language instructor. During her more than thirty-three years of service, she assisted in a revision project of the French curriculum for the New York City Board of Education; served as an adjunct professor to St. John’s University in its Early Admission Extension Program; gave presentations and demonstrations at numerous citywide foreign language conferences; appeared on the Barry Farber radio program promoting the study of French; and had her lessons videotaped by the New York City Board of Education for national distribution. Gail is a multi-time honoree in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. In addition to Mind Over Bladder, Gail is the author of over forty well-known French and Spanish textbooks, phrase books, guides, handbooks, and a crossword puzzle book. She currently resides in Long Island, New York.

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