Con Brio! Beginning Spanish

¡Con brío!, 2nd Edition celebrates the rich diversity of the Spanish-speaking world. This 12-chapter Introductory Spanish program, designed to address the needs and life circumstances of a broad audience, takes a highly practical approach that focuses on useful vocabulary presented through each chapter s unique visual escenas, functional grammar of high-frequency usage, situational and contextual activities, and cultural selections relevant to everyday life and everyday interactions.
¡Con brío!, 2nd Edition helps students become culturally proficient, so they can be at ease when interacting with Hispanics. The program highlights useful and high-interest cultural information teaching students about the ever-increasing presence of Latino culture in the United States and the strong connection between the U.S. and Hispanic countries.

With ¡Con brío!, 2nd Edition, students will be able to make the most of their learning experience whatever their background or personal goals. They'll gain the confidence and skills they need to communicate with Spanish speakers in their immediate worlds, future jobs, and everyday lives. They'll become culturally proficient, and be able to put their new-found skills to immediate use at home, at work, or in the community. And ultimately, they'll discover what makes learning Spanish so exciting and important.