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Russian to English for Children
The CD is in Russian and English; the handbook is in English only. The set
also includes 'TLC Little Books,' illustrated, bilingual mini-readers
to help children understand some of the changes they will experience.
These 'TLC Little Books' are meant for older children to read in Russian
(and to read with you in English) and for small children (non-readers) to
have the books read to them by your interpreter, orphanage workers, flight
attendants, etc. so they know what to expect
'On the Plane,' during
'The Long Trip Home,' when they get to
'My New Home,' with
'My Family,' and as they experience
'Changes.'
Seven mini-books (of 7 - 10 sentences each in English and Russian) comprise
the 'TLC Little Books' set. These little bilingual readers also help your
child begin to transition to English and the English alphabet. :-)
The language CD and 'TLC Little Books' can be used by children as young as
three years old; the accompanying handbook is appropriate for children 4
or 5 and older. The handbook also has oodles of information and ideas for
how parents and teachers can help children learn English more quickly.
Important Note to parents hosting children who *may* or *may not* be
adopted: There are NO phrases in RUSH Into English that refer
specifically to adoption. There are NO phrases that tell the child that
he/she will possibly be adopted. There is a section called With My
Family, which of course has family vocabulary and has phrases such as
'This is my Dad,' and 'She is my sister.' Most phrases in the language set
focus on helping a child meet his/her needs and to make friends in the
English speaking environment he/she is in. Please see more details
below. If you need further info, please email me and I'll be happy to
answer your questions. Thanks. :-) Teresa Adopttlc@aol.com
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Here's what Sally wrote:
We met a couple who were bringing home 2 children from Russia.
They were using the (RUSH Into English) CD on the plane with their
kids. They seemed to be very engrossed with their little headsets.
The kids were lovin� it! Now we are adopting 2 children from
Kazakhstan...I am counting on this (Adopting From Russia) to help
me learn phrases and to help them transition to English (with RUSH
Into English). Thank you! Sally
Read what Apryl wrote:
Right before we left for Russia we ordered _RUSH Into English_. Our
son (8 years old) asked our translator how he would learn English.
I put your _RUSH Into English_ CD into the player, put the headphones
on him, and turned it on...you should have seen how big his eyes got!
He kept asking, 'Can she hear me?' It was so much fun to hear him
repeat the phrases. I wish I had video taped it. After a week I put
in a different CD, thinking that he might enjoy hearing some songs.
He was upset...came running to me saying 'Mama, no Teresa.' He told
our Russian-speaking driver to please tell us that he wanted Teresa
back! :) So, thank you again!! I have recommended your CDs and
booklets to others. Thank you! Apryl
We used your 'Adopting From Russia' program to prepare for our first
trip to Russia and it was wonderful. What an awesome tool! We were so
impressed, we want to order this program for our son (8 years old). We
return to Russia next month to pick him up. Thank you so much for this
blessing! Deb
Thank you very much for your quick response. I wanted to pass on a
conversation I just had with a woman who used your CDs and books on
their adoption journey. She said they were invaluable to them on all of
their trips to Russia as well as once the children were home. Thanks
again. Susan
Please note: This is the second copy of your language sets we are
ordering. This time for our Russian host, as he was so impressed with
your language sets! Karen
The _RUSH Into English_ language set includes vocabulary, phrases, and
questions to help children transition smoothly from Russian to English.
It's just what you've been waiting for! A 59-minute CD and 61-page handbook
to help your child --
*right off the plane:
I'm thirsty. What's that? My stomach hurts. I have to go to the
bathroom.
*with family:
It's your turn. You are nice. Will you help me? I love you!
*make friends:
What's your name? Let's play outside. How old are you? Do you like
music? Do you want half?
*at school:
I don't understand. Are you busy? Read it to me, please. I can do it.
200 phrases and questions (plus tons of additional vocabulary) kids can use
immediately to get settled in their new surroundings and to learn more
English on their own. (*How do you say ____? What did you say? Repeat it,
please. Slower, please. One more time. I'm learning English., etc.)
The CD and handbook are organized so that younger children can use the first
several sections to begin with, while older children will want to listen and
repeat the entire CD right away.
The handbook has valuable language information for parents. Several language
activities are also included so you can help your child(ren) get started
with pre-reading / reading and writing too.
I'm confident that you're going to like it! Email, please, if you have any
questions. 'TLC Little Books' are a great addition. I wrote these so children
who read Cyrillic will have a set of bilingual 'mini-readers' to get them
started with the transition to the English alphabet. :-)
P.S. If you order _RUSH Into English_ at the same time you order _Adopting
From Russia, a Language and Parenting Guide_ you save $11. Order both
together($90 total) and I pay Priority U.S.Mail shipping.
Thanks, Teresa
More phrases that are included: Show me, please. May I borrow it? Where is
my Mom? I need another blanket. Come back soon. May I have another? I'm
afraid. I want to go home now. May I sit here? Will you play a game with
me? Do you have brothers and sisters? I want to choose. I'll be right
back. I'm learning English. What should I do now?
ANNOUNCEMENT!! PLEASE BE PART OF OUR NEXT BOOK! A student of mine
(12-year-old Katie -- Ekatarina) and my son (14-year-old Paul Sergei), and I
have a new book in the works. We invite your child, you, and other family
members to submit intriguing stories from your adoption adventure! We want
fascinating "snippets" of your experiences, especially stories that will be of
interest and/or help to other families who are adopting. Please email to learn
how to be a part of this exciting project!
We expect to be able to accept stories until December 31, 2008.
(The project is coming along nicely...we have gathered many stories and
would love to have yours! 12/08) Adopttlc@aol.com :-) Teresa
I'M IN THE PROCESS OF DEVELOPING BASIC ESL MATERIALS FOR RUSSIAN SPEAKERS
(First Month Point-and-Read Dictionary, beginning bilingual readers that
introduce important vocabulary and address basic language/grammar concepts,
English alphabet and cursive writing exercises, materials that can be used in
the first weeks at school, etc.). I developed these materials for use in my
ESL classroom; I used them last fall with my Russian-speaking ESL students.
This summer they will be available for sale. If you need ESL materials,now,
email me at Adopttlc@aol.com and I'll let you know what I have finished and
what ESL materials I have available. :-) All my language publications are
'works in progress,' and as I improve them, I add to them. My goal is to help
you and your child(ren) transition more smoothly in your first weeks together.
:-) Thanks. Teresa Adopttlc@aol.com
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Important Note:
-- Matryoshka Family Portraits:
You MUST see the Matryoshka Family Portrait that my daughter painted for
me for Christmas! (Click on 'Photos/Docs' above and look at 'Teresa's
Family' and then 'Matryoshka Portrait.' Please also see 'Another Happy
Family' and 'Another Happy Family's Matryoshka Portrait.') My daughter
(19 years old) is quite the artist, isn't she? If you want one of these
masterpieces of your family, please contact me via email me and we'll
get you on my daughter's waiting list! Teresa Adopttlc@aol.com
Mora (my daughter) is painting these little treasures as fast as
she can. Email to find out the approximate date when she will be able
to have your family's portrait for you.
Please contact us at Adopttlc@aol.com Teresa & Mora
5-piece sets, 7-piece sets, 10-piece sets. Let your imagination run
wild: include an extended family member, a beloved pet, or a typical
Russian matryoshka doll as the tiniest member of your Matryoshka Family
Portrait! Your children will treasure these links with their culture
for the rest of their lives. :-) Discounts available if you order 2 or
more sets for your family. Very reasonably priced. A keepsake for a
lifetime!