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Kreyòl pale: A Haitian Creole Textbook for Beginners

Kreyòl pale (Creole is Spoken) is a comprehensive 29-chapter textbook designed for beginners learning Haitian Creole. Developed using a communicative approach, the textbook focuses on real-life language use, guiding learners through speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. It presents practical topics essential for everyday interactions in Haiti and among the Haitian Diaspora—such as greetings, travel, food, housing, shopping, and workplace conversations. Aimed at a wide audience—including college students, self-learners, professionals, and volunteers—the textbook features dialogues with English glosses, vocabulary and grammar explanations, pronunciation tips, and culture-based lessons. Full-color images and step-by-step skill-building activities reinforce understanding and make learning more engaging. Each chapter also includes cultural notes that introduce learners to Haitian music, art, literature, and daily life. Designed to support effective, practical language acquisition, Kreyòl pale offers a strong foundation in both Haitian Creole and the cultural contexts in which it is spoken.