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

Author: Chen Pingsan
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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 notation system, from which people have come to call standard American pronunciation the "KK phonetic symbols." "Path to Harvard—New Children's English KK Phonetic Symbols" is a set of books designed in a lively format and practical exercises, suitable for primary and middle school students to learn standard American pronunciation. The entire series is divided into 5 volumes, each accompanied by 1 audio cassette for synchronized teaching. These 5 volumes are also set according to 5 difficulty levels. Through the study of these 5 books, children can basically master standard American pronunciation and lay a foundation for future learning. This book is divided into 22 units, each with a theme. Its content includes classroom exercises and after-class review assignments. The exercises emphasize comprehensive training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.