Collins english readers 3 - amazing explorers - silvia tiberio

About the Amazing People series A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

About the Amazing People series A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

About the Amazing People series A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

About the Amazing People series A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

About the Amazing People series A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

About the Amazing People series A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Antoine Lavoisier who wrote the first modern chemistry textbook Humphry Davy who discovered laughing gas Charles Darwin who changed peoples ideas with his theory of evolution Gregor Mendel who first discovered the science of genetics Louis Pasteur who saved millions of lives by killing germs Francis Crick who helped to discover the structure of DNA (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Glenn Miller, the leader of the most famous big band in the USA Pérez Prado, the Cuban musician who was known as the King of Mambo Ella Fitzgerald, the most popular female jazz singer in the USA Luciano Pavarotti, one of the worlds best opera singers John Lennon, member of the famous band The Beatles (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Henry J Heinz, the man who invented tomato ketchup William Lever who made millions from soap Michael Marks, founder of the Marks and Spencer stores Henry Ford, who massproduced cars and made them affordable Coco Chanel, the businesswoman who changed fashion for women Ray Kroc, the man who created the McDonalds chain of restaurants (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A unique opportunity for learners of English to read about the exceptional lives and incredible abilities of some of the most insightful people the world has seen. Each book contains six short stories, told by the characters themselves, as if in their own words. The stories explain the most significant parts of each characters life, giving an insight into how they came to be such an important historic figure. After each story, a timeline presents the most major events in their life in a clear and succinct fashion. The timeline is ideal for checking comprehension or as a basis for project work or further research. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the classic novel by Bram Stoker. Young lawyer Jonathan Harker travels to Transylvania to visit a mysterious client. Count Dracula seems welcoming but somewhat eccentric. Gradually, Jonathan realises the horrifying truth and escapes, only to discover that the horror and danger have followed him all the way to London... (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the timeless tale by Charles Dickens. Pip is taken to meet the eccentric Miss Havisham, a recluse since her disastrous wedding day, and her beautiful adopted daughter Estella. Pip is soon dissatisfied with his humble background. Then he learns that he has `great expectations': one day, he will be rich. Who is the source of his fortune? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From Shakespeares most oftenperformed play. One summer night, four lovestruck young people follow each other into the forest. Meanwhile the fairy king and queen quarrel and sulk, amateur actors rehearse a play and mischievous fairy Puck stirs up trouble. How can all the confusion be resolved? The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Kniha - 48 stran, anglicky, lepená, trhací Victor Frankenstein is a brilliant student of natural sciences. He dreams of discovering the secret of life; but the thing that he has made is a monster, and brings nothing but death and ruin. Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). (alza.cz)

From the classic tale by the Brothers Grimm. "Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your long hair!" A witch keeps Rapunzel in a tall tower without a door or stairs - but she isn't the only one visiting the lovely girl. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Meet Jasmine Goodman, personal assistant. She answers the phone, writes emails, manages her boss schedule and looks after visitors to the company. In the Workplace English selfstudy pack you can follow Jasmines daily life at her office and learn the English you need for your everyday work life. Watch or listen to Jasmine in different business situations on the DVD and audio CD to learn the language of business Have fun with practice activities Use the key phrases in your own work life The full colour book contains 24 units and a reference section including key words and phrases answer key audioscript pronunciation guide example emails Suitable for learners at CEF level A1 Elementary. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

“Aladdin, I am your Uncle Abanazar. If you do as I say, we will be the richest men in the world.” But why does Abanazar want a dusty old lamp? Could the lamp be magic? Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The Woman in White is the first English sensation novel full of mystery and dark secrets. After meeting a strange woman one night in London, Walter Hartright begins to realise that this mysterious woman is connected, in some way, to his new life at Limmeridge House and the woman he loves, Laura Fairlie. The story is told through different characters, and soon we find Walter, Marian and Laura caught up in a frightening world of crime, madness and mistaken identity. Count Fosco with Sir Percival Glyde, will do anything to get their hands on Lauras money and think up a terrible crime that could destroy her life forever. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the classic childrens story by Carlo Collodi. Pinocchio the puppet wants to be a real boy, but he is constantly in trouble running away, falling into bad company and telling lies that make his nose grow and grow. Will he ever find his missing father Geppetto, and learn in the end to be good? The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

When his ship is lost in a storm, Gulliver swims to the land of Lilliput. Lilliput is no ordinary island, and Gulliver soon finds that he is a BIG problem there Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English). (knihydobrovsky.cz)

To improve your listening skills, you need to hear real conversations. Thats why Collins Listening is based entirely on 50 authentic everyday interactions to help you understand what is said to you, whatever the circumstances. From buying a mobile phone to asking for directions, joining a gym to understanding transport announcements, Listening will help you understand what is said to you in real life situations and make sure everything you learn is useful. Twenty 4page units with exercises and vocabulary work to help you understand differences in pronunciation and vocabulary Authentic recordings of both native and nonnative speakers of English, covering a wide variety of accents from around the world Recordings include facetoface conversations, public announcements, telephone calls, bookings, shopping scenarios and more Additional real vocabulary for everyday life, taken from the COBUILD English corpus (knihydobrovsky.cz)

When his uncle gives him an impossible task, Jason invites heroes from all over Greece to sail on his ship, the Argo. He calls them the Argonauts, and this is their story. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the well-loved French fairy tale, as retold by the Brothers Grimm. "Grandmother, what big eyes you have!" Little Red Riding Hood meets a wolf in the forest. He seems friendly, and he's interested to hear about her old grandmother. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

One of the bestloved fairy tales. Beauty goes to the Beasts castle in order to save her fathers life and help her family. The Beast is kind to her, but when he asks her to marry him, she cant bring herself to say yes. Then Beauty returns home and dreams that the Beast is dying. Can she save him? The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the classic fairy tale. When the Queen's longed-for baby is born, the King invites seven fairies to the party in celebration. However, he fails to invite one malevolent fairy, and when the princess is sixteen years old, she hurts her hand on a spindle and falls asleep for a hundred years.With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

This new edition of the Collins COBUILD English Grammar is a modern, global and learnerfocussed grammar reference, aimed at learners and teachers of English. Collins COBUILD English Grammar is based on the evidence of the 4.5billionword Collins Corpus, and is an invaluable guide to the English language as it is written and spoken today, in all areas of the world. It has been thoroughly updated, to take into account significant changes in grammar over recent years. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the classic tale by the Brothers Grimm. When Snow Whites mother dies, her father marries a vain and cruel Queen. When the Queens mirror says that Snow White is the fairest, she escapes into the forest and is rescued by seven dwarfs...but what if the Queen hears that Snow White is still alive?The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the classic story by Gaston Leroux. When the soloist Carlotta loses her voice, young soprano Christine becomes a star overnight - but who is her teacher? Anonymous letters, mysterious accidents - something strange is behind the scenes at the Paris Opera House... and then Christine disappears.With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the beloved story by Hans Christian Andersen. Everyone at the Emperor's court is enchanted by the song of the nightingale; but one day, the Emperor receives a glittering mechanical nightingale and the real bird is forgotten. Then the Emperor falls ill, and it seems that nothing can save him.With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

A bug’s life is difficult. Every day the ants have to find food.The grasshoppers come and take the food.Thee ants (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the classic story by Hans Christian Andersen. The Emperor loves fine clothes. One day two crooks offer to make him some magical clothes that can only be seen by the wise. The Emperor parades through the city. Noone admits that they cant see the clothes, until a little child speaks out. The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities, glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Clearly and attractively presented, this reissue of the second edition of the Collins COBUILD Elementary English Grammar offers preintermediate learners of English a firm foundation in the principles of English Grammar. The second edition of the Collins COBUILD Elementary English Grammar has been written for pre intermediate to intermediate learners of English in order to provide them with a sound understanding of the basics of English Grammar. The reference material is attractively presented on the lefthand pages, with useful and challenging exercises on the righthand pages, serving as reinforcement. Examples from the Bank of English have been used to illustrate the patterns shown, common phrases have been identified and highlighted, and additional help is offered for spelling and pronunciation. Hundreds of speciallydrawn cartoons vividly illustrate the grammatical points being made. Logically organized and attractively presented, the Collins COBUILD Elementary Enlglish Grammar offers learners of English all the help they need when starting to study English Grammar. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Klasické povídky představují přitažlivý způsob výuky angličtiny. Výukový komplet knihy, pracovního sešitu, audiokazety nebo audio CD nabízí širokou škálu využití ve vyučování. Vhodné i pro samostudium. Kniha pro učitele obsahuje odpovědi ke cvičením v pracovním sešitu, dva závěrečné testy s klíčem a výukový plán. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Extensive reading is essential for improving fluency and there is a real need in the ELT classroom for contemporary, lowlevel reading material for younger learners. The Kung Fu Panda films are popular with children around the world. The Kung Fu Panda 3 Popcorn ELT Reader is based on the third film in the franchise. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Theres trouble in the swamp when Princess Fionas father, King Harold, dies leaving Shrek as the new ruler of Far Far Away. Shrek has no ambitions to be King. With the help of Donkey and Puss In Boots, he sets out to find Artie, the one true heir to the throne. But the friends had not reckoned on the intervention of Prince Charming who is set on ruining their plans (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Přitažlivý způsob výuky angličtiny, výukový komplet kniha s aktivitami v kombinaci s CD nabízí širokou škálu využití ve vyučování, velmi vhodné i pro samostudium. Úroveň 3 středně pokročilí. A human baby is raised by a family of wolves and learns the laws of the jungle from a big brown panther. But as the boy grows into a man, his human nature begins to surprise him. Meet Mowglis amazing jungle friends and share their adventures in this heartwarming story of friendship, loyalty and love. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Extensive reading is essential for improving fluency and there is a real need in the ELT classroom for contemporary, lowlevel reading material for younger learners. This level 3 Popcorn ELT Reader is based on the popular animated film _Home_, about the adventures of Oh, an alien and Tip, a teenage girl and their search for a new home. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Frustrated with his home life, Shrek makes a deal with fairytale trickster Rumpelstiltskin, giving him a day of his life in exchange for a day as a free and single ogre. But Shrek falls headlong into an alternative reality where Rumpelstiltskin is King, Princess Fiona is a freedom fighter and Shrek himself has never existed. Can he undo Rumpelstiltskins spell? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

In this third Ice Age story, mammoths Manny and Ellie are expecting a baby. But Mannys friends, Diego and Sid, feel left out. Sid finds and adopts three very large eggs. The eggs hatch into baby dinosaurs and when their mother comes to claim them back, she carries Sid off too. The friends set off to rescue Sid, encountering a new friend, fierce dinosaurs and dangerous terrain along the way. But who, or what, is Rudy? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Přitažlivý způsob výuky angličtiny, výukový komplet kniha s aktivitami v kombinaci s CD nabízí širokou škálu využití ve vyučování, velmi vhodné i pro samostudium. Úroveň 3 středně pokročilí. His father dies before David is born, but he is a very happy young boy until his mother marries cruel Mr Murdstone. This is only the first of many changes, both good and bad, that David faces as he grows up and finally becomes a famous writer. This wellloved story invites us to share Davids happiness and sorrow, and get to know all the fascinating people, both good and bad, he meets along the way. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Linda loves her pet macaw Blu more than anything in the world. So when Blu is kidnapped in Rio by bird smugglers, she is prepared to do whatever it takes to find him again. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Dolphins are interactive graded readers specially designed to make developing language skills fun for younger learners. Full-colour illustrations and cross-curricular content stimulate students' interest and maintain their attention, while carefully graded English introduces them to new language points in an entertaining context. Integrated activities for every page of story text encourage students to practise newly acquired language skills. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Alex, Marty, Gloria and Melman are still in Africa and they are determined to find their way back home to New York! As they begin their journey across Europe, they join a travelling circus and then their adventures really take off! (knihydobrovsky.cz)

‘Once upon a time, a long time ago, in London there was a happy family in a happy house. Happy parents, happy children, and a happy dog.’TagsFriendshipAdventureIn this Reader you will find:- Games and language activities- An audio recording of the story- A picture dictionaryNever leave your windows open at night. Anything can get in.The story of a boy who never grew up, with his friends Wendy and the jealous fairy Tinker Bell. Why are there no Lost Girls in Neverland? What did the crocodile want to eat? Find out in this new edition of the classic story, Peter Pan.SyllabusTopicsFamily, gender and gender roleNotions and conceptsFeelings, likes and dislikes, ability, actions and activities, narrationGrammar and structuresVerbs: Common regular and irregular verbs in the simple past, all formsCommon regular and irregular verbs in the present, all formsThere is / are / was / were, all forms + simple determinersModal verbs: can and could for abilityAdverbs of manner and frequencyAdjectivesPrepositionsConnectives: and, but, soComparatives and superlativesNounsPronouns: subject, object and possessiveDeterminers: a, an, the, some, any, lots of (knihydobrovsky.cz)

In this third Ice Age story, mammoths Manny and Ellie are expecting a baby. But Mannys friends, Diego and Sid, feel left out. Sid finds and adopts three very large eggs. The eggs hatch into baby dinosaurs and when their mother comes to claim them back, she carries Sid off too. The friends set off to rescue Sid, encountering a new friend, fierce dinosaurs and dangerous terrain along the way. But who, or what, is Rudy? (knihydobrovsky.cz)