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Stress Rulz
By Rap-a-ti-tion
Second, revised edition
Pronunciation through RAP!
CD and photocopyable teacher's book
by Janelle Fischler and Kate Jensen
performed by their students

Do your students ever express frustration that people don't understand them? Learning the rules of stress can dramatically improve overall pronunciation. And what better way to teach and learn than with rap music! A fun and positive attitude is all that is required to teach your students the patterns of stress placement in English. These rap activities have been designed to enable even rap music novices to teach the lessons successfully, with ease and a lot of fun.

Fun, innovative, motivating rap music method
Stress, rhythm, and intonation are targeted
Eight basic pronunciation rules included
Lessons move progressively from syllable to sentence stress
Eight captivating and original raps to learn the rules
Thirty hours of instruction
Includes CD, flashcards, and extended activities
All lyrics may be photocopied
The free DVD explains and shows sample lessons.

Teacher testimonials:

"This program has helped my students understand the importance of stress on their pronunciation. I have watched their confidence increase as they apply the rules they have learned through the Stress Rulz lessons."
Kim Elvecrog, High School ESL teacher

"Stress Rulz has helped my students' pronunciation immensely! The raps and rhythms engage the students and make them excited to learn more. The materials are easy to use and provide many helpful activities and resources to reinforce the pronunciation rules."
Hannah LaFeve, High School ESL teacher

Stress Rulz High beginner to advanced Middle School to adult
CD and photocopyable teacher's book $30.00
Extra CDs $5.00 each

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