We use language all day, every day - probably without thinking much about it. But if you stop and consider it, language is not only extremely important, it's fascinating, too! Use of language is one of the key things distinguishing humans from other animals, and nearly 7,000 languages are spoken around the world. Without it, we'd be hard pressed to communicate, express ourselves, or understand others. The Book of Languages begins with an introduction to why language is important, how it originated and how it changes. From there, the book profiles 21 of the world's languages. Each spread showcases a language's history, where it's spoken, what it looks like and how to speak a few phrases and count to ten. Rounded out with sections on non-verbal and animal language, this book will stimulate readers' curiosity about the world and spark appreciation for language learning. Includes general background on language and language families Each spread features one of 21 verbal languages, including a short history, key phrases, numbers, pronunciation points, and a map and country flags showing where in the world the language is spoken Includes information on non-verbal languages Includes a glossary, index, and guide to saying "Hello" and "Goodbye" in languages around the world.