Product Overview
This is the ultimate Lakota language learning set and it makes the perfect Holiday gift.
The items include:
- Level 1 Textbook and Level 1 Audio CD
- Lakhótiya Wóglaka Po! - Speak Lakota! Level 1 Textbook features: a detailed teacher's guide which incorporates all major vocabulary variants, numerous lesson activities and games, and contextualization of vocabulary through images and illustrations. 110 pgs
- Lakhótiya Wóglaka Po! - Speak Lakota! Level 1 Audio CD is the audio component of the the Level 1 textbook. Designed as a companion product to the textbook, it provides an important aural dimension to the textbook, especially in areas of word pronunciation and phrase inflection. Narrated by trained Lakota educators, the CD provides exceptionally clear and appropriately paced narration both from male and female speakers and among different age speakers. The Audio CD covers vocabulary and dialogue in all Units from 1 to 24. Particularly useful for students as well as teachers, the CD assists in forming good language speaking habits and helps reinforce Lakota orthography.
- Level 2 Textbook and Level 2 Audio CD
- Level 2 Textbook features even more worksheets, puzzles, and exercises--50% larger than Level 1. The Level 2 emphasizes reading and writing. The textbook is fully integrated with listening exercises. 12 Units and lots of engaging materials for early elementary and higher. 167pgs.
- Lakhótiya Wóglaka Po! - Speak Lakota! Level 2 Audio CD is the audio component of the the Level 2 textbook. Designed as a companion product to the textbook, it provides an important aural dimension to the textbook, especially in areas of word pronunciation and phrase inflection. Narrated by trained Lakota educators, the CD provides exceptionally clear and appropriately paced narration both from male and female speakers and among different age speakers. The Audio CD covers vocabulary and dialogue in all Units from 1 to 12.
- Level 3 Textbook and Level 3 Audio CD
- Lakhótiya Wóglaka Po! - Speak Lakota! Level 3 Textbook is a more advanced Lakota language textbook currently available. It feature numerous cutting edge features such as comic strips, sticker activities, and group play exercises all based around modern child-centered contexts. The Level 3 emphasizes reading and writing and is fully integrated with listening exercises. Its 12 Units include: "In the Morning," "Pets," "Shopping," "In the Kitchen," "At the Doctors," and "After School." Lots of engaging materials for early elementary and higher. Includes Glossary and 4 pages of stickers. 154pgs.
- The Level 3 Audio CD features 13 audio listening exercises fully integrated with the Level 3 textbook. In total, there are 21 minutes of Lakota instruction from 8 different voices. The CD helps create Lakota oral proficiency and aural comprehension and is a fun and engaging addition to the textbook.
- Level 4 Textbook and Level 4 Audio CD
- The Level 4 Textbook is the latest and most advanced edition of the Speak Lakota! series. It reviews and builds on vocabulary from Levels 1-3 while expanding into more complex grammatical areas. The Level 4 is a departure from previous textbooks in that it is designed solely on communicative language principles. It helps the student not merely know the language through rote memorization of patterns, but through encouraging a process of discovery that internalizes the languages into the student's active language framework. The Level 4 Textbook will take you to many new places and help you reach your Lakota language goals! It features 10 colorful, well-designed units--a full year of instruction. Updated layout and artwork makes this text even more engaging. Many new activities based on traditional cultural themes. Promotes conversational Lakota using Communicative Language techniques. Integrated listening exercises for use with L4 Audio CD (available separately). Many new stories, games, comic pages, and a 1,258 word Glossary. Great for adult self-study too!
- Lakhótiya Wóglaka Po! - Speak Lakota! Level 4 Audio CD is the audio component of the Level 4 textbook. More than 70 audio listening exercises are fully integrated with the textbook. Promotes conversational Lakota using Communicative Language techniques
Bought separately, these items would normally sell for $219.60.
Now, this entire package is available for only $129.95 (over a 40% discount).