Japanese Stage-Step Course: Grammar Textbook: Grammar-Reference

by Wako Tawa

The Japanese Stage-Step Course is a fully integrated language course from beginner through to intermediate level combining cohesive grammar instruction with functional examples and practices to build a solid foundation in the four key skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. The course includes the core text, The Grammar Textbook , Workbooks 1 and 2 , Writing Practice Book , audio material on CDs or in MP3 format, and a Companion Website. An understanding of grammar is essential for students aiming to achieve a high level of proficiency in Japanese. Written by an experienced teacher, The Stage-Step Grammar Textbook provides a step-by-step guide to Japanese grammar. With clear, accessible explanations and relevant examples to put each grammatical point into context, the Grammar provides a meaningful framework to develop the key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. The book is divided into the following four Each lesson is accompanied by detailed vocabulary, conversation practice and reading exercises in the separate two workbooks to enable students to put into practice what they have learnt and consolidate their knowledge. The course also includes the Writing Practice Book , audio material on CDs or in MP3 format and a Companion Website.

536 pages, Paperback

First published April 16, 2009

Reviews

[Marilyn Mallory · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is really great for levels of Japanese learners. Though short, I particularly enjoyed the section dealing with formal news writing.