Path to Harvard: New Children's English KK Phonetic Symbols (Second Edition)

Author: Chen Ping San
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Publish Date: 2002-03-01
Features: The KK phonetic symbols originate from the Pronouncing Dictionary of American, compiled by two American linguists J.S. Kenyon and T.A. Knott. This is a most commonly used and authoritative phonetic system, from which the standard pronunciation of American English is habitually referred to as the KK phonetic symbols. "Path to Harvard—New Children's English KK Phonetic Symbols" is a series of books designed in an engaging format and practical exercises, suitable for primary and middle school students to learn standard American English pronunciation. The entire series is divided into 5 volumes, each accompanied by 1 audio cassette for synchronized teaching. These 5 volumes are also set as 5 levels based on difficulty. Through learning these 5 volumes, children can basically master the standard American English pronunciation and lay a foundation for future studies. This book is divided into 22 units, each with a specific theme. It includes classroom exercises and after-class review assignments. The exercises emphasize comprehensive training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.