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Perfect for the whole family, ages 7 to adult; takes you from first words to conversations

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LEARN TO BOTH READ AND WRITE IN JAPANESE: Japanese comes with the added challenge of having three different writing systems, but we've got you covered with lessons on how to both read and write using each system. We even have a built-in kanji writing tool so that you can make sure you're writing even the most elaborate kanji characters correctly!

REMEMBER WHAT YOU COVER: You'll put a lot of time into learning Japanese, so we make sure you can remember it all by including fun and engaging activities in every Japanese lesson. These activities use algorithms to identify where you're having trouble and help you practice problematic words and phrases until they stick.

LEARN JAPANESE GRAMMAR: Knowing a few set Japanese phrases can be helpful, but will only get you so far in real-life situations. We take you step by step through how the Japanese language works so that you can build sentences on your own and actually take part in conversations.

TRAIN YOUR EARS AS WELL AS YOUR MOUTH: When you first hear someone speak in Japanese, you may find it hard to make out even a single word. Rocket Japanese comes with tons of downloadable Japanese audio tracks that train your ear to the Japanese language.

BE READY TO BLEND IN WITH THE LOCALS: Communicating and connecting with people in another language isn't just about using proper grammar - it's also about understanding another culture. We get you ready for this with lessons on everything from greetings and foods to holidays and local customs in Japan.

GET A COURSE TAILORED FOR THE JAPANESE LANGUAGE: A lot of other courses out there take a cookie-cutter approach, using the same template for every language they teach. At Rocket Languages, we understand that no two languages are exactly alike! That's why we've carefully crafted Rocket Japanese to include what's practical, relevant, and useful based on the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) levels of competency.

STAY ON TRACK AND STAY INSPIRED: Motivation is key to learning Japanese successfully, so we make sure to provide you with a wide array of motivational tools and techniques. They'll keep your interest up and your focus sharp so you can meet your goals and make better progress.

LEARN TO BOTH READ AND WRITE IN CHINESE: Chinese comes with the added challenge of having its own unique writing system, which can make even simple tasks like reading street signs difficult for learners. That's why we include a whole series of lessons devoted to teaching you how this writing system works and how to write the characters yourself.

REMEMBER WHAT YOU COVER: You'll put a lot of time into learning Chinese, so we make sure you can remember it all by including fun and engaging activities in every Chinese lesson. These activities use algorithms to identify where you're having trouble and help you practice problematic words and phrases until they stick.

LEARN HOW CHINESE ACTUALLY WORKS: Knowing a few set Chinese phrases can be helpful, but will only get you so far in real-life situations. We take you step by step through how the Chinese language works so that you can build sentences on your own and actually take part in conversations.

TRAIN YOUR EARS AS WELL AS YOUR MOUTH: When you first hear someone speak in Chinese, you may find it hard to make out even a single word. Rocket Chinese comes with tons of downloadable audio tracks that train your ear to Mandarin Chinese.

BE READY TO BLEND IN WITH THE LOCALS: Communicating and connecting with people in another language isn't just about using proper grammar - it's also about understanding another culture. We get you ready for this with lessons on everything from greetings and foods to holidays and local customs in China.

GET A COURSE TAILORED FOR THE CHINESE LANGUAGE: A lot of other courses out there take a cookie-cutter approach, using the same template for every language they teach. At Rocket, we understand that no two languages are exactly alike! That’s why we’ve carefully crafted Rocket Chinese to include what’s practical, relevant, and useful for the language you are learning.

STAY ON TRACK AND STAY INSPIRED: Motivation is key to learning Chinese successfully, so we make sure to provide you with a wide array of motivational tools and techniques. They'll keep your interest up and your focus sharp so you can meet your goals and make better progress.

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On-screen help available in over 75 languages; printable dictionary

REMEMBER WHAT YOU COVER: You'll put a lot of time into learning French, so we make sure you can remember it all by including fun and engaging activities in every French lesson. These activities use algorithms to identify where you're having trouble and help you practice problematic words and phrases until they stick.

LEARN FRENCH GRAMMAR: Knowing a few set French phrases can be helpful, but will only get you so far in real-life situations. We take you step by step through how the French language works so that you can build sentences on your own and actually take part in conversations.

TRAIN YOUR EARS AS WELL AS YOUR MOUTH: When you first hear someone speak in French, you may find it hard to make out even a single word. Rocket French comes with tons of downloadable French audio tracks that train your ear to the French language.

BE READY TO BLEND IN WITH THE LOCALS: Communicating and connecting with people in another language isn't just about using proper grammar - it's also about understanding another culture. We get you ready for this with lessons on everything from greetings and foods to holidays and local customs in France.

GET A COURSE TAILORED FOR THE FRENCH LANGUAGE: A lot of other courses out there take a cookie-cutter approach, using the same template for every language they teach. At Rocket Languages, we understand that no two languages are exactly alike! That's why we've carefully crafted Rocket French to include what's practical, relevant, and useful for the language you are learning.

STAY ON TRACK AND STAY INSPIRED: Motivation is key to learning French successfully, so we make sure to provide you with a wide array of motivational tools and techniques. They'll keep your interest up and your focus sharp so you can meet your goals and make better progress.

REMEMBER WHAT YOU COVER: You'll put a lot of time into learning German, so we make sure you can remember it all by including fun and engaging activities in every German lesson. These activities use algorithms to identify where you're having trouble and help you practice problematic words and phrases until they stick.

LEARN GERMAN GRAMMAR: Knowing a few set German phrases can be helpful, but will only get you so far in real-life situations. We take you step by step through how the German language works so that you can build sentences on your own and actually take part in conversations.

TRAIN YOUR EARS AS WELL AS YOUR MOUTH: When you first hear someone speak in German, you may find it hard to make out even a single word. Rocket German comes with tons of downloadable German audio tracks that train your ear to the German language.

BE READY TO BLEND IN WITH THE LOCALS: Communicating and connecting with people in another language isn't just about using proper grammar - it's also about understanding another culture. We get you ready for this with lessons on everything from greetings and foods to holidays and local customs in Germany.

GET A COURSE TAILORED FOR THE GERMAN LANGUAGE: A lot of other courses out there take a cookie-cutter approach, using the same template for every language they teach. At Rocket Languages, we understand that no two languages are exactly alike! That's why we've carefully crafted Rocket German to include what's practical, relevant, and useful for the language you are learning.

STAY ON TRACK AND STAY INSPIRED: Motivation is key to learning German successfully, so we make sure to provide you with a wide array of motivational tools and techniques. They'll keep your interest up and your focus sharp so you can meet your goals and make better progress.

Perfect for the whole family, ages 7 to adult; takes you from first words to conversations

Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back; absolutely no risk

Perfect for the whole family, ages 7 to adult; takes you from first words to conversations

Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back; absolutely no risk

LEARN TO BOTH READ AND WRITE IN ARABIC: Arabic comes with the added challenge of using a different writing system, which can make even simple tasks like reading street signs difficult for learners. That's why we include a whole series of lessons devoted to teaching you how to both read and write using the Arabic script.

REMEMBER WHAT YOU COVER: You'll put a lot of time into learning Arabic, so we make sure you can remember it all by including fun and engaging activities in every Arabic lesson. These activities use algorithms to identify where you're having trouble and help you practice problematic words and phrases until they stick.

LEARN ARABIC GRAMMAR: Knowing a few set Arabic phrases can be helpful, but will only get you so far in real-life situations. We take you step by step through how the Arabic language works so that you can build sentences on your own and actually take part in conversations.

TRAIN YOUR EARS AS WELL AS YOUR MOUTH: When you first hear someone speak in Arabic, you may find it hard to make out even a single word. Rocket Arabic comes with tons of downloadable Arabic audio tracks that train your ear to the Arabic language.

BE READY TO BLEND IN WITH THE LOCALS: Communicating and connecting with people in another language isn't just about using proper grammar - it's also about understanding another culture. We get you ready for this with lessons on everything from greetings and foods to holidays and local customs in Egypt.

GET A COURSE TAILORED FOR THE ARABIC LANGUAGE: A lot of other courses out there take a cookie-cutter approach, using the same template for every language they teach. At Rocket Languages, we understand that no two languages are exactly alike! That's why we've carefully crafted Rocket Arabic to include what's practical, relevant, and useful for the language you are learning.

STAY ON TRACK AND STAY INSPIRED: Motivation is key to learning Arabic successfully, so we make sure to provide you with a wide array of motivational tools and techniques. They'll keep your interest up and your focus sharp so you can meet your goals and make better progress.

Enhance your learning on-the-go with Rosetta Stone mobile apps for the Kindle Fire HD, iPad and iPhone. Three month access included with purchase.

The online games and lessons are only included for three months after which you must buy a subscription to continue using them.

Role Play activity; tests to evaluate your level and progress

Headset and microphone included

Exclusive Instant Immersion Bonus material--interactive Eurotalk DVD & interactive mystery solving CD-Rom game Who is Oscar Lake?

Additional bonus feature--includes 5 in-depth audio instruction CD's for learning on the move

Fluenz blends a video tutor with a range of engaging, interactive workouts to improve your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in a unique approach that is currently being used by the US Navy, senior personnel at the UN and UNICEF, executives of Fortune 500 companies, students at Harvard Business School and other leading universities.