Elementary Tagalog

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This leading beginner Tagalog textbook includes an audio CD to enhance learning. Its comprehensive approach helps students master Tagalog, the language of the Philippines, covering reading, pronunciation, grammar, dialogues, and vocabulary. Both true beginners and heritage learners will find the expert guidance beneficial. Lessons explore diverse themes such as family, home, community, food, travel, health, leisure, festivals, and popular culture. With numerous exercises and activities, learners will quickly acquire language fundamentals, while cultural notes provide insights into the Philippines' heritage and history. The textbook consists of twenty-four lessons across eight units. Each lesson features cultural notes explaining social and historical aspects of Filipino society, a vocabulary list aligned with the unit's theme, and reading comprehension exercises primarily through dialogues that reflect real-life conversations. Active learning activities encourage students to use new vocabulary, while a dedicated grammar section covers definitions, forms, and notes. Practice exercises target speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. An accompanying audio CD reinforces learning through listening activities. Additionally, a companion workbook is available to further assist in practicing Filipino language skills, with ten activities per lesson that complement the textbook and promote proficiency in everyday conversatio