Language Development and Linguistics

Language is a powerful tool for communication, yet many textbooks still treat English grammar as a rigid set of rules to memorize. Language Development and Linguistics offers a refreshing alternative, focusing on understanding how grammar truly works rather than simply learning facts by rote. This book is perfect for students who want to dive deeper into English grammar. It answers common questions such as: Why are there two future tenses in English? What makes auxiliaries so confusing? Why do motion verbs in English pose a challenge? And why are determiners so crucial?

The book includes numerous exercises, chapter summaries, and further reading suggestions to support student learning. An accompanying website provides additional classroom exercises and an opportunity to interact with the author, making it a comprehensive resource for students.

Written with students preparing for careers as English language professionals in mind, this book is ideal for those pursuing TESOL, TEFL, TESL programs, or similar courses in communication studies, journalism, linguistics, and applied linguistics. While prior knowledge of linguistics or phonetics would be helpful, it’s not a strict requirement, making this book an accessible toolkit for mastering English grammar and linguistics.