Discover English Part 1-ESL

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Course Overview

This course is designed to help students achieve mastery of English as a second language. Students of any native tongue and any level of mastery can improve their English through the Discover Method presented in this course. The course includes the syntax, vocabulary and pronunciation needed to comprehend everyday English. Students learning English for the first time, or needing extra practice and help with English as a second language will find this course to be a perfect fit. Students can use Discover English in a stand-alone environment or as a supplement to teacher instruction in the classroom in a blended learning environment.

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Scope and Sequence

Unit 1 In this unit students learn food words including apple, cake, berry, ice cream, milk, coffee, bread, banana, candy, cherry, cupcake, fries, and popcorn. They learn animal names including bird, bug, cat, dog, horse, pig, fish, bear, chicken, butterfly, cow, duck, frog, parrot, sheep, and spider. They learn words for things people wear, including hat, shoes, watch, boots, gloves, glasses, socks, and ring. They learn words for things in nature such as leaf, tree, moon, stars, grass, flower, and rainbow. They learn words for parts of the body, including nose, eyes, mouth, ear, hand, feet, finger, and toes. They learn words for things on the road, including car, bus, and stop sign. They learn words for household items, including book, spoon, tissue, toilet, lamp, pills, chair, fork, clock, bed, bench, bag, cards, bubbles, keys, knife, yarn, and laptop. They learn color words including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, pink, brown, black, white, and colors. They learn words for vehicles including car, train, and airplane. They learn the names of things we write with, including pen, pencil, and crayons. They learn words for things we carry, including balloon, baby, wallet, and badge. Other words students learn in this unit include zipper, fire, flag, wheels, house, and trumpet. Unit 2 In this unit students learn animal names including tiger, elephant, snail, zebra, camel, and lion. They learn words for things people wear, including lipstick, bow, bracelet, button, and bandage. They learn words for things in nature, including snow, ice, mountain, sky, lake, acorns, wind, cactus, river, ocean, sand, shell, lightning, tornado, and feather. They learn words for household items, including jar, table, sink, couch, window, microwave, towels, bowls, mailbox, fan, rug, pillow, soap, spatula, hammer, box, toothbrush, and blender. They learn words for things people play with, including bike, slide, wagon, camera, chess, and dice. They learn words for tools people use, including umbrella, comb, brush, scissors, teapot, bucket, shovel, calculator, and chain. They learn names of rooms in a house, including bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, and porch. They learn the names of places in their community, including playground, street, office, pool, classroom, gym, theater, store, gas station, restaurant, airport, hospital, church, cemetery, library, and stadium. They learn food words including strawberry, toast, carrots, pie, cookies, water, chips, and bacon. They learn words for things a king would have, including castle and crown. Other words students learn include sign, present, motorcycle, boat, ticket, teeth, speaker, fence, firework, and chef. Unit 3 In this unit students learn words for things in nature, including forest, star, rain, beach, cave, sun, and hay. They learn food words including salad, pear, drink, eggs, donut, tomato, sugar, avocado, cereal, blueberry, broccoli, grapes, watermelon, vegetable, mango, cheese, nuts, juice, pasta, pumpkin, peach, and lettuce. They learn words about professions, including doctor, policeman, teacher, waiter, astronaut, and clown. They learn words for roles, including dad, mom, grandma, grandpa, friends, and family. They learn words for tools, including nail, flashlight, ruler, and broom. They learn words about leisure-time activities, including puzzle, backpack, baseball, tricycle, sandcastle, basketball, canoe, ferris wheel, and snowman. They learn animal names including snake, panda, wolf, raccoon, lizard, rabbit, mouse, and rooster. They learn names of things that people wear, including perfume, tie, dress, suit, frill, and apron. They learn names of things that are found in a home, such as piano, swing, safety pin, candle, hanger, glass, doll, dresser, iron, light switch, lock, fridge, sack, needle, newspaper, plug, wheelchair, and bathtub. Other words that students learn in this unit include paper, girl, boy, trash, wire, paint, paintbrush, road, barn, circle, terminal, farm, and heart. Unit 4 In this unit students learn food words including pickle, hot dog, potato, lemon, chocolate, mushroom, muffin, pretzels, wheat, peas, cracker, garlic, and peanuts. Students learn animal names including rhino, turtle, monkey, crocodile, deer, seal, shark, squirrel, eagle, flamingo, ladybug, and giraffe. They learn the names of things in nature including clover, clouds, cobweb, volcano, rocks, and field. They learn the names of things found in a home including hose, headphones, ice skates, light bulb, door, vacuum, glue, pan, garbage can, mail, match, pitcher, pot, stairs, mirror, stool, tape, plate, guitar, curtains, stamp, telephone, faucet, ear buds, trunk, stove, and hair dryer. They learn words for things we wear, including jacket, scarf, pants, and coat. They learn names of things that would be found in a classroom, including globe, microscope, printer, chalkboard, map, stapler, bell, and computer. They learn the names of vehicles including van, tractor, truck, and taxi. They learn the words found on a calendar, including Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, week, year, month, and day. Other words students learn in this unit include gun, money, coins, statue, football, fountain, microphone, screws, rake, trail, trophy, violin, and drums. Unit 5 In this unit students learn names of things that are found in a home, including dishes, bottle, marbles, marker, washing machine, roof, toaster, earring, cup, dryer, ceiling, floor, suitcase, cart, desk, stroller, sunglasses, tools, rope, television, CD, toilet paper, silverware, lid, puppet, drawer, screwdriver, kite, rose, mower, wood, toolbox, wall, can, yo-yo, nail clippers, razor, and ladder. They learn words for things that are outside, including lighthouse, grave, skyscraper, helicopter, waterfall, lamp post, sailboat, caterpillar, hill, logs, snowflake, scarecrow, seasons, spring, summer, autumn, and winter. They learn food words including pineapple, corn, celery, honey, lollipop, popsicle, onion, hamburger, waffle, meat, squash, turkey, rice, pancakes, and frosting. They learn names of animals including donkey, penguin, polar bear, kangaroo, koala, bull, peacock, and chick. They learn names of things people wear, including shirt, helmet, sandals, and necklace. They learn names of parts of the body, including hair, tongue, thumb, and fingernails. They learn words for things involved in celebrations, including Christmas tree, party, parade, and carousel. Other words students learn in this unit include net, seeds, triangle, weights, treasure, knot, ghost, and beak. Unit 6 In this unit students learn names of animals including vulture, worm, seahorse, jellyfish, goat, hamster, cheetah, seagull, grasshopper, goose, octopus, dolphin, starfish, beaver, and bat. They learn words for things that are found outside, including dandelion, birdhouse, icicle, seesaw, traffic cone, sprinkler, pinecone, wing, nest, dirt, and tent. They learn names of things found in a home including napkin, vase, string, tack, toothpaste, hallway, doorknob, grater, lighter, calendar, floss, rolling pin, blocks, rocking chair, blanket, and radio. They learn names of things one would have on a fishing trip including oar, smoke, lantern, raft, fishing pole, hook, and ax. They learn words for things that people wear, including mask, goggles, moustache, and ponytail. They learn the number words one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, and ten. They learn food words including radishes, raspberry, wine, crab, kiwi, jam, sandwich, olives, and soda. They learn words for tools including cable, crate, chalk, measuring tape, wrench, compass, whistle, and saw. Other words students learn in this unit include sword, square, credit card, firetruck, bricks, target, straws, steering wheel, sled, phone booth, oil, trampoline, footprints, saddle, clip, band, stage, arrow, nurse, and barrel. Unit 7 In this unit, students learn words from things found outside including train tracks, hurricane, comet, headlights, pond, lily pad, traffic lights, fern, bark, snow shoes, beach chair, stump, roots, desert, bird feeder, skateboard, snorkel, dock, jet, bush, and rocket. They learn animal names including dragonfly, buffalo, gorilla, porcupine, and hummingbird. They learn words for things found in a home including paper towel, telescope, binoculars, battery, scale, keyhole, drain, can opener, make up, cane, sprinkles, funnel, sponge, wreath, and bib. They learn food words including beans, orange, butter, asparagus, noodles, tea bag, gingerbread, lobster, coconut, coffee maker, and syrup. They learn words for parts of the body, including elbow, blood, bone, arm, fingerprint, eyebrow, chin, eyelashes, neck, legs, and freckles. They learn the number words eleven, twelve, thirteen, fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, seventeen, eighteen, nineteen, and twenty. They learn words for things that would be worn or found on clothing, including veil, lace, badge, beads, pocket, braid, stripes, curls, handcuffs, and cast. Other words students learn in this unit include bomb, explosion, atom, canvas, poison, cube, shadow, horns, shield, harp, pump, passport, fire extinguisher, throne, spear, diamond, and syringe. Unit 8 In this unit students learn words about eating, including pills, eating, restaurant, bottle, and feeding. They learn words about things people wear, including undershirt, headband, skirt, pearls, backpack, scarf, and shoes. They learn animal names including moth, ostrich, whale, goat, bird, dog, mouse, and horse. They learn names of things that are found outside including tunnel, windmill, tower, motor boat, bulldozer, power line, shell, farm, field, bridge, forest, mountain, pond, and tree. They learn names of professions including artist and dancer. They learn food words including candy cane, brownies, apple, cake, banana, fries, and sandwich. They learn names of things that would be found in a home, including cell phone, corks, man, woman, child, shower head, flag, doll, can, lamp, rug, watch, baby, and book. They learn words for things that people do, including crying, flying, sleeping, washing, reading, riding, playing, floating, jumping, singing, carrying, growing, and tying. They learn words about parts of the body including heel, throat, head, stomach, ear, and feet. Other words students learn in this unit include thorns, group, foam, people, end, hoof, power button, case, tear, thief, crack, surgery, fan, bag, gun, bow, balloon, horn, store, classroom, and library. Unit 9 In this unite students learn food words including eggs, cereal, cookies, grapes, and potatoes. They learn animal names including duck, eagle, frog, spider, cat, snake, and fish. They learn words for parts of the body, including legs, mouth, hand, heart, and eye. They learn words for things that people and animals do, including running, swimming, writing, blowing, gathering, stirring, smelling, folding, cutting, fishing, erasing, listening, shaking, lying, typing, diving, bush, dancing, cooking, holding, crawling, driving, laughing, looking, hugging, sweeping, swinging, talking, pointing, eating, dripping, burning, licking, standing, sitting, falling, cleaning, and climbing. They learn names of household items including pen, pot, flower, shirt, scissors, piano, toilet, vase, pan, calendar, dice, computer, chalk, fork, broom, phone, candles, and keys. They learn words for things that are found outside including water, lake, ocean, sand, sky, grass, fence, street, playground, rain, and airplane. They learn words for things that people wear including boot, dress, feather, and gloves. They learn words for roles including clown, grandpa, grandma, mom, dad, girl, and boy. They learn words for vehicles including truck and bus. Other words students learn in this unit include arrow, ruler, cards, and rope. Unit 10 In this unit students learn words for things that are found outside including clouds, garden, moon, sun, jet, lightning, cow, boat, bench, bike, wheel, river, leaf, butterfly, and car. They learn words for animals including bug, goose, bee, lion, bear, parrot, grasshopper, swan, white, and owl. They learn food words including cracker, berry, cheese, bread, ice cream, milk, carrots, toast, vegetables, chips, pepper, and beans. They learn color words including red, orange, rose, yellow, green, blue, rock, purple, brown, black, and pink. They learn names of things that would be found in a home, including coins, ladder, lock, door, helmet, hat, coat, clock, suitcase, paper, money, brush, bucket, crayons, dishes, newspaper, kitchen, ring, spoon, umbrella, tape, blocks, bell, cup, blanket, socks, plate, pencil, family, bed, table, chair, desk, buttons, camera, belt, and window. They learn words for things that people, animals and things do, including skating, wearing, sailing, resting, pulling, painting, paying, roaring, brushing, fighting, drinking, flowing, shining, ticking, and snowing. They learn names of parts of the body including fingers, hair, toes, and nose. Other words students learn in this unit include winter, house, and braid. Unit 11 In this unit student learn food words including apple, cake, berry, coffee, cream, milk, bread, banana, candy, cherry, popcorn, cupcake, and fries. They learn animal names including bird, cat, pig, horse, dog, bug, fish, bear, butterfly, cow, duck, frog, parrot, chicken, spider, and sheep. They learn color words including colors, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, pink, brown, black, and white. They learn words for things that are found outside including leaf, bench, tree, moon, train, stars, airplane, grass, flower, bus, bridge, rainbow, and stop sign. They learn words for household things including balloon, book, pen, yarn, watch, wallet, toilet, tissues, spoon, chair, crayons, fork, ice, lamp, pills, bed, clock, glasses, keys, knife, cards, bubbles, bag, and laptop. They learn words for things that people wear including ring, hat, shoes, gloves, zipper, socks, and boots. They learn names of parts of the body including hand, nose, mouth, toes, finger, feet, eyes, and ear. Other words students learn in this lesson include baby, car, house, trumpet, fire, flag, pencil, and wheel. Unit 12 In this unit students learn words for things that are found or used outside including bike, sign, slide, tiger, wagon, umbrella, mailbox, castle, snow, mountain, sky, lake, playground, street, acorns, motorcycle, wind, cactus, gas station, boat, river, ocean, sand, shell, bucket, shovel, lightning, tornado, fence, hammer, snail, feather, firework, and cemetery. They learn food words including strawberry, toast, ice, carrots, pie, cookies, water, bacon, and chips. They learn animal names including elephant, zebra, camel, and lion. They learn words for household items including jar, camera, comb, brush, scissors, table, sink, couch, window, microwave, towels, bowls, present, lipstick, bow, teapot, fan, bracelet, ticket, rug, pillow, soap, spatula, speaker, toothbrush, blender, calculator, button, bandage, chain, chess, and dice. They learn words for areas in a home including bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, porch, office, and pool. They learn words for places around town including classroom, gym, theater, store, restaurant, airport, hospital, church, library, and stadium. Other words students learn in this unit include teeth, crown, box, and chef. Unit 13 In this unit students learn words for household items including nail, paper, perfume, piano, puzzle, backpack, baseball, drill, flashlight, trash, wire, ruler, paintbrush, safety pin, apron, basketball, bathtub, candle, broom, paint, hanger, doll, dresser, iron, light switch, lock, fridge, sack, needle, newspaper, plug, tricycle, and wheelchair. They learn food words including salad, pear, drink, eggs, avocado, donut, tomato, sugar, cereal, blueberry, broccoli, grapes, watermelon, vegetables, mango, cheese, nuts, juice, pasta, pumpkin, peach, lettuce. They learn animal names including snake, panda, wolf, raccoon, lizard, rabbit, mouse, and rooster. They learn words for things found outside including swing, sun, forest, star, sandcastle, road, rain, barn, beach, cave, canoe, farm, and snowman. They learn words for professional people including clown, doctor, firefighter, policeman, teacher, waiter, and astronaut. They learn words for family members including girl, boy, dad, mom, grandma, and grandpa. They learn clothing words including tie, dress, and suit. Other words students learn in this unit include circle, hay, terminal, Ferris wheel, friends, glass, family, and heart. Unit 14 In this unit students learn words having to do with leisure time including headphones, ice skates, statue, football, hot dog, fountain, guitar, skates, map, ear buds, and trail. They learn words for things found around the house including hose, light bulb, door, vacuum, glue, pan, garbage can, mail, match, pitcher, pot, stairs, mirror, stamp, stool, tape, plate, printer, coins, cobweb, curtains, stapler, bell, phone, faucet, computer, stove, hair dryer, and drums. They learn animal names including rhino, turtle, ladybug, monkey, crocodile, bee, deer, squirrel, seal, shark, eagle, flamingo, and giraffe. They learn food words including pickle, potatoes, lemon, pretzels, chocolate, mushroom, muffin, wheat, peas, cracker, garlic, and peanuts. They learn calendar words including Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, week, year, month, and day. They learn clothing words including jacket, keyboard, scarf, pants, and coat. They learn words for things found outside including van, clover, clouds, tractor, volcano, rocks, truck, taxi, rake, and field. Other words students learn in this unit include globe, gun, microscope, money, violin, chalkboard, microphone, screws, trophy, and trunk. Unit 15 In this unit students learn animal names including donkey, penguin, polar bear, kangaroo, koala, caterpillar, bull, peacock, turkey, and chick. They learn words for household things including dishes, bottle, marker, washing machine, cup, dryer, ceiling, floor, suitcase, cart, mower, desk, can, television, CD, toaster, toolbox, toilet paper, silverware, weights, lid, wall, drawer, razor, yo-yo, and nail clippers. They learn words for tools including tools, net, rope, knot, screwdriver, and ladder. They learn words for things people wear including shirt, helmet, earring, sandals, necklace, and sunglasses. They learn food words including pineapple, corn, celery, honey, lollipop, popsicle, onion, hamburger, waffle, meat, squash, rice, pancake, and frosting. They learn words for things found or used outside including lighthouse, grave, kite, helicopter, waterfall, skyscraper, roof, lamp post, rose, sailboat, seeds, hill, logs, snowflake, parade, scarecrow, and beak. They learn words having to do with seasons including seasons, spring, summer, autumn, winter, and Christmas tree. They learn words having to do with leisure time including carousel, marbles, party, stroll, and puppet. They learn names for parts of the body including hair, tongue, fingernails, and thumb. Other words students learn in this unit include wood, triangle, treasure, and ghost. Unit 16 In this unit students learn household words including birdhouse, napkin, vase, credit card, string, tack, toothpaste, door knob, hallway, crate, grater, lighter, calendar, sprinkler, measuring tape, floss, straws, rolling pin, whistle, blocks, trampoline, rocking chair, clip, blanket, and radio. They learn food words including radishes, raspberry, wine, kiwi, jam, sandwich, olives, and soda. They learn animal words including vulture, goat, worm, seahorse, jellyfish, hamster, cheetah, seagull, grasshopper, crab, goose, wing, octopus, dolphin, starfish, and beaver. They learn words for things found outside including oar, smoke, icicle, seesaw, lantern, firetruck, raft, cable, fishing pole, bricks, compass, dandelion, traffic cone, target, pinecone, sled, phone booth, nest, footprints, saddle, dirt, tent, arrow, barrel, and saw. They learn words for things that people wear including mask, goggles, moustache, and ponytail. They learn number words including one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, and ten. They learn words for tools including sword, square, chalk, wrench, hook, and ax. Other words students learn in this unit include steering wheel, oil, band, stage, nurse, and bat. Unit 17 In this unit students learn animal words including dragonfly, horns, buffalo, gorilla, lobster, porcupine, bird feeder, and hummingbird. They learn household words including paper towel, telescope, binoculars, battery, keyhole, scale, drain, can opener, cane, funnel, sponge, wreath, bib, and coffee maker. They learn food words including beans, orange, butter, asparagus, noodles, tea bag, gingerbread, coconut, sprinkles, and syrup. They learn words for parts of the body including elbow, blood, bone, legs, arm, fingerprint, eyebrow, chin, eyelashes, neck, and freckles. They learn words for things that people wear including cast, veil, lace, badge, make up, beads, curls, braid, stripes, diamond, pocket, snow shoes, snorkel, and handcuffs. They learn words for things found outside including train tracks, hurricane, comet, headlights, bush, pond, lily pad, traffic lights, pump, fern, bark, beach chair, stump, roots, desert, dock, jet, and rocket. They learn the number words eleven, twelve, thirteen, fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, seventeen, eighteen, nineteen, and twenty. Other words that students learn in this unit include bomb, explosion, atom, canvas, poison, cube, shadow, shield, harp, passport, fire extinguisher, throne, spear, skateboard, and syringe. Unit 18 In this unit students learn words for things that people wear, including undershirt, headband, skirt, pearls, backpack, bow, scarf, and watch. They learn food words including candy cane, brownies, apple, cake, banana, fries, and sandwich. They learn words for things people do, including crying, flying, floating, playing, eating, sleeping, washing, reading, riding, jumping, singing, growing, carrying, tying, and feeding. They learn words for places, including farm, field, store, bridge, classroom, forest, library, and restaurant. They learn words for things that people carry including cell phone, fan, bag, gun, baby, and balloon. They learn words for animals, including mouse, moth, ostrich, whale, lamp, goat, bird, dog, and horse. They learn words for roles, including artist, dancer, and thief. They learn words for parts of the body, including heel, stomach, throat, head, feet, and ear. They learn words for people, including man, woman, child, group, and people. They learn words for things found outside, including tunnel, windmill, tower, motor boat, bulldozer, power line, shell, horn, mountain, pond, thorns, and tree. They learn words for household things, including corks, shower head, doll, can, pills, rug, and bottle. Other words that students learn in this unit include foam, end, hoof, power button, case, tear, crack, surgery, flag, book, and shoes. Unit 19 In this unit, students learn words for parts of the body, including legs, mouth, hand, heart, and eye. They learn words for things that people do, including running, swimming, writing, blowing, gathering, smelling, folding, cutting, fishing, stirring, erasing, listening, shaking, lying, typing, diving, dancing, cooking, holding, eating, crawling, driving, laughing, looking, hugging, sweeping, swinging, talking, pointing, dripping, licking, standing, sitting, falling, cleaning, burning, and climbing. They learn words for things found outside, including water, lake, flower, ocean, sand, sky, grass, rain, playground, fence, and arrow. They learn animal words, including duck, eagle, frog, spider, cat, fish, and snake. They learn words for things that people use, including pen, scissors, pot, piano, toilet, dice, chalk, computer, pan, fork, broom, phone, keys, ruler, cards, and rope. They learn words for foods, including eggs, cereal, cookies, potatoes, and grapes. They learn words for things that people wear, including shirt, boot, dress, gloves, and feather. They learn words for people, including girl, boy, dad, clown, grandpa, grandma, and mom. They learn words about transportation, including truck, bus, street, and airplane. They learn words for household items, including vase, calendar, and candle. Unit 20 In this unit students learn words for things that people wear, including helmet, hat, coat, braid, socks, and belt. They learn words for animals, including bee, lion, butterfly, bug, parrot, grasshopper, swan, owl, bear, and pig. They learn words for things that happen, including skating, shining, wearing, snowing, sailing, ticking, resting, pulling, painting, paying, brushing, roaring, fighting, drinking, and flowing. They learn words for things that are found outside, including sun, boat, garden, house, moon, river, car, rose, bush, leaf, and rock. They learn words for foods, including berry, cheese, bread, ice cream, milk, carrots, toast, vegetables, chips, pepper, and beans. They learn words for parts of the body, including fingers, hair, teeth, toes, and nose. They learn words for colors, including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, window, brown, black, white, and pink. They learn words for things found around the house, including suitcase, paper, money, brush, bucket, crayons, dishes, newspaper, kitchen, clock, ring, spoon, umbrella, tape, blocks, bell, cup, blanket, plate, pencil, bed, table, chair, desk, buttons, and camera. Other words students learn in this unit include winter, bench, bike, wheel, and family.