Reading and Writing Arabic: A Workbook for Self-Study - by Aidan Kaplan Paperback

Book Synopsis

Learn the basics of the Arabic language quickly with this essential workbook for beginners.

Reading & Writing Arabic is the perfect way to begin learning Modern Standard Arabic--the written form of Arabic used throughout the Arab world. It teaches you how to pronounce, read, and write all the sounds and letters of the Arabic alphabet, including those that don't exist in English, with free downloadable audio recordings by native Arabic speakers to help you perfect your pronunciation and listening skills.

This easy-to-use workbook is designed especially for beginners with no previous experience in studying or speaking Arabic. It shows you how to write and connect each letter correctly, explains how diacritics and vowels work, and helps you master the distinctive rhythm and sound of Arabic. You'll also learn how letters combine into words and sentences through clear examples and guided exercises.

This comprehensive workbook and language guide for beginners includes:

• A complete introduction to the Arabic script, including consonants, vowels, and diacritics
• Informative drawings and step-by-step writing exercises for correct letter formation and connection
• Reading and writing exercises with practical vocabulary help build recognition and fluency
• Accessible lessons on basic Arabic grammar and sentence structure, with dialogues and practice texts
• Quizzes, review sections, and free downloadable flash cards and audio recordings by native Arabic speakers

Reading & Writing Arabic is a fun and effective learning guide for both self-study and classroom use. With clear explanations, engaging exercises, and cultural insights into the world of Arabic calligraphy and expression, this book gives you all the tools you need to start reading and writing Arabic today.

About the Author

Aidan Kaplan is Assistant Instructional Professor of Arabic at the University of Chicago. He holds degrees in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago, Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language (TAFL) from Middlebury's Arabic School, and Linguistics from Yale College. His research interests include linguistic variation in Arabic, the work of the author Ahmad Faris al-Shidyaq and pedagogy in the language classroom.