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a) What are LIDEL Group’s interactive books?
b) What are the advantages of LIDEL Group’s interactive books?
c) What is the BlinkLearning platform?
d) What are the advantages of the BlinkLearning platform?
e) My educational establishment wants to adopt LIDEL Group’s interactive books, what should I do?
f) I have a group of 10 or more students, can I get special conditions?
g) I am a teacher and I want to adopt LIDEL Group’s interactive books, what should I do?
h) What format are LIDEL Group’s interactive books?
1) What does "Available for XX months" mean?
j) Is my device compatible with the BlinkLearning plaftorm’s format?
k) Do I need to install a reader application on my device?
l) Can I use BlinkLearning if I am not connected to the internet?
m) How can I buy LIDEL Group’s interactive books?
n) How do I receive my interactive book?
o) How do I receive my invoice?
p) How can I access the interactive books?
q) How can I download my interactive books for offline access?
r) Can students access all the resources in the pack?
s) Can I access my interactive books on my home computer and my school computer?
t) On how many devices can I access the offline reading application?
u) Can I print my interactive books?
v) Can I return my interactive book and receive a refund?
w) I don't live in Portugal. Can I buy interactive books on the LIDEL Group websites?
x) Where can I find out more about LIDEL Group's interactive books?
z) Where can I get more information about the BlinkLearning platform?

a) What are LIDEL Group’s interactive books?

The interactive books are digital books composed of the student’s book, the workbook, interactive activities, and audiovisual material, available through the Blinklearning platform. For teachers, the interactive books also include the professor’s book, extra activities, and/or other very useful resources for working and class planning.

b) What are the advantages of LIDEL Group’s interactive books?

LIDEL Group’s interactive books provide a motivating and dynamic learning process, joining in the same platform all the necessary, and completely interactive, resources for the teaching-learning process. All the exercises, both the student and woorkbook’s, are completely interactive, allowing for its immediate resolution with auto or teacher’s correction. The audio and video resources are also just a click away.
Learn more about the interactive books at https://www.lidel.pt/en/interactive/

c) What is the BlinkLearning platform?

BlinkLearning is a specialized e-learning platform, used by more than 11,000 educational institutions and has more than 3.5 million users in 60 countries.

d) What are the advantages of the BlinkLearning platform?

In addition to the access of the interactive books and their numerous activities, the BlinkLearning platform provides teachers and students with useful teaching-learning tools, providing a dynamic and motivating learning experience that complements the teaching-learning process, maximizing student participation, communication, and interest. This platform allows, among other options, class management, online and offline use, and exercise autocorrection, facilitating the teacher's work.
Learn more about the BlinkLearning platform at https://www.blinklearning.com/portal/home?blinklang=EN

e) My educational establishment wants to adopt LIDEL Group’s interactive books, what should I do?

If your educational establishment wants to adopt LIDEL Group’s interactive books, you must get in touch with our teacher support department, so that we can give you all the information you need. You can do it through the email: depinternacional@lidel.pt

f) I have a group of 10 or more students, can I get special conditions?

Yes. In this case, please contact us at depinternacional@lidel.pt to find out more.

g) I am a teacher and I want to adopt LIDEL Group’s interactive books, what should I do?

If you are a teacher and want to adopt LIDEL Group’s interactive books, you must get in touch with our teacher support department, so that we can give you all the information you need. You can do it through the email: depinternacional@lidel.pt

h) What format are LIDEL Group’s interactive books?

LIDEL Group’s interactive books have a specific reading format and are exclusively available for online/offline use on BlinkLearning, the digital education platform. The maintenance and technical support of the BlinkLearning platform are the sole responsibility of its owner.

1) What does "Available for XX months" mean?

If the interactive book you want is identified with "Available for XX months" it means that the access to it will be available for the number of months specified after purchase.

j) Is my device compatible with the BlinkLearning plaftorm’s format?

Yes, BlinkLearning is available on cell phones, tablets, and computers with different operating systems (Mac, Android, Windows, Linux).

k) Do I need to install a reader application on my device?

If you want to access your content online, you do not need to install any app. However, for offline reading/use, you must download and install de BlinkLearning app for mobile or tablet, and the Blinkoffline app for desktop. These apps are available at: https://www.blinklearning.com/portal/home?blinklang=EN.

l) Can I use BlinkLearning if I am not connected to the internet?

Yes, Blinklearning is also available for offline use, however, you must download and install de BlinkLearning app for mobile or tablet, and the Blinkoffline app for desktop. These apps are available in the app store of your operating system (Google play, Apple store, Microsoft store, etc.). Accessing the content of your interactive book, and other platform features, requires a prior download.

m) How can I buy LIDEL Group’s interactive books?

To buy an interactive book, you’ll have to choose the desired interactive book and click on the "buy interactive" button to add it to your shopping cart. After validating payment of your order, the access code to your interactive book will be sent to the email address you used for your purchase, within 3 working days. You can buy LIDEL Group’s interactive books at https://shop.blinklearning.com/

n) How do I receive my interactive book?

After validating payment of your order, the access code to your interactive book will be sent to the email address you used for your purchase, within 3 working days. When you receive the code, you must register on the BlinkLearning platform at https://www.blinklearning.com/v/1688637540/themes/tmpux/launch.php.

o) How do I receive my invoice?

If your order has only interactive books, the invoice will be sent to the email address you used for your purchase, within 3 working days. If the order also includes printed books, the invoice will be sent to the delivery address together with the merchandise.

p) How can I access the interactive books?

To access your interactive book, you need an access code that will be provided by LIDEL. When you receive the code, you must register on the BlinkLearning platform at https://www.blinklearning.com/v/1688637540/themes/tmpux/launch.php .
For more information on how to access the interactive book with book code, watch this video or follow the link: https://youtu.be/hinEnTqV02A
For more information on how to access the interactive book with class code, watch this video or follow the link: https://youtu.be/sWCYZ00II9k

q) How can I download my interactive books for offline access?

Para fazer download do seu livro interativo terá, em primeiro lugar, de instalar a aplicação BlinkLearning para telemóvel ou tablet e a aplicação Blinkoffline para computador, disponíveis em https://www.blinklearning.com/portal/home?blinklang=EN, on the DOWNLOAD APP option. Then, simply click on the word "download" associated with the interactive books you want to use offline.

r) Can students access all the resources in the pack?

Yes, as long as they have their own valid interactive book code. In this case they can access all the student and workbook’s content, as well as their interactive activities and audiovisual material. The teacher's book content and other exclusive resources are only visible to teachers with a valid teacher access code.

s) Can I access my interactive books on my home computer and my school computer?

Yes, as long as the same code is not being used on two computers at the same time.
Important: If you are using your interactive book on the offline app, you will need to synchronize the app after you finish your work so that the changes are available on your account, and you can view them on other devices. To synchronize, simply access the app when you are connected to the internet.

t) On how many devices can I access the offline reading application?

BlinkLearning allows that you install the offline reading app on up to four devices per user.
Important: Blinklearning does not allow that you use the same interactive book on different devices, simultaneously.

u) Can I print my interactive books?

No, interactive books cannot be printed. To have them physically, you must purchase the print version.

v) Can I return my interactive book and receive a refund?

No. After delivery, an interactive book cannot be returned as it is a digital product. Due to the digital format of interactive books, downloading it will be considered as 'opening the package', and after that moment, it is no longer possible to return the product.

w) I don't live in Portugal. Can I buy interactive books on the LIDEL Group websites?

Yes, but there may be restrictions to the sale of interactive books to certain countries due to publication copyrights. If a product is not available for your country, you will receive a message during checkout saying, "The purchase of the following product(s) is not allowed for the selected country."

x) Where can I find out more about LIDEL Group's interactive books?

You can find more information about LIDEL Group's interactive books at https://www.lidel.pt/en/interactive/

z) Where can I get more information about the BlinkLearning platform?

You can find more information about the BlinkLearning platform at https://www.blinklearning.com/portal/home?blinklang=EN

What are Open Access publications?
What is a DOI?
What are the differentiating features of LIDEL Group’s Open Access publications?
What is LIDEL Group’s purpose in publishing Open Access contents?
How can I submit a proposal for an Open Access publication?

What are Open Access publications?

Open Access publications are content available for consultation and download with no charge.

What is a DOI?

DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is an alphanumeric code that identifies digital content and provides a persistent link for its location on the Internet. A DOI follows its respective digital content regardless of where it is placed on the Internet and allows it to be located and cited.

What are the differentiating features of LIDEL Group’s Open Access publications?

LIDEL Group’s Open Access publications follow the same criteria of accuracy and quality of the books and eBooks published by the Group.

What is LIDEL Group’s purpose in publishing Open Access contents?

We aim to continuously provide our readers with trustworthy contents that truly contributes to the development of their professional or academic career and democratizes the knowledge oftentimes restricted in scientific fields.

How can I submit a proposal for an Open Access publication?

If you are interested in submitting us an Open Access publication, please fill in the form available in "Author Area” on our websites.

What is the purpose of registering on the website?
How can I register myself on the website?
Can I change the information of my registration later?
I forgot my password. How can I retrieve it?

Are privacy and safety assured when I’m entering my personal information on the website?



What is the purpose of registering on the website?

Your registration will allow you to shop on all three LIDEL Group websites. To place an order, you will not have to enter you data again as the information you entered during registration or the information used in the last order will be applied automatically.
However, you can change the information whenever you want. Your registration will also allow you to review past orders and manage your favourite book list.



How can I register myself on the website?

To register, open the New registration page and fill in the required fields. After completing registration, you will receive registration confirmation by email.



Can I change the information of my registration later?

Yes, you can change the registration information anytime you want. To do so, log in on one of the LIDEL Group websites and in your account, access the Edit Data page.



I forgot my password. How can I retrieve it?

If you forget your password, go to the Login page and enter your email in the appropriate section ('Forgot your password?') so we can send you an email for retrieving your password.



Are privacy and safety assured when I’m entering my personal information on the website?

The privacy and security of your information is of the greatest concern for the LIDEL Group. For more information, see Privacy and Security Policy.



How can I subscribe the newsletter?
How often will I receive the newsletter?
Will the newsletter inform me only about books related to my interests?
How can I cancel the subscription of the newsletter?

How can I subscribe the newsletter?

When you register on the LIDEL Group websites, you have the possibility to subscribe our newsletter. As an alternative, you can enter your email in the Newsletter section on the left-hand side of the LIDEL Group website pages.



How often will I receive the newsletter?

The LIDEL Group newsletter is sent once a month. Occasionally, you may also receive newsletters with promotions and other special campaigns.


Will the newsletter inform me only about books related to my interests?

If you have subscribed the 'Technical Books' newsletter, you will be notified of all new publications from the several Group brands, and as such of a variety of topical areas in which we publish. 
If you subscribe the 'Books on Portuguese as a Foreign Language' newsletter, you will only receive news regarding that area. 
You may also receive newsletters with promotions and other special offers.



How can I cancel the subscription of the newsletter?

At the end of every newsletter you will find a link to cancel your subscription.

How can I download additional materials or audio files that are part of my book?
What is the back cover of a book?
I cannot find the additional material or audio files for my book. What should I do?

How can I download additional materials or audio files that are part of my book?

Additional materials and audio files are available for download on the respective book's pages. As an alternative, you can download the additional materials of your book on the AUDIO F./DOWNLOAD page, where you need to enter the ISBN and answer a few questions.



What is the back cover of a book?

The back cover is the back part of a book, which typically features the presentation text (blurb) of the book as well as the barcode and the publication's ISBN code.



I cannot find the additional material or audio files for my book. What should I do?

If you cannot find the additional material and audio files that you are looking for on the AUDIO F./DOWNLOAD page, the material probably refers to a book that is no longer available for sale. If your book is old or out of print, the additional materials will no longer be available.



How do I order a book?
I am in the 'Shopping Cart', but I want to add more books to my order. Can I leave my order?

What does 'Subject to Confirmation' mean?


What payment methods are supported?


How do I know that my order has been completed successfully?


I couldn't complete the order process. Does the website keep a record of my uncompleted order?



How do I order a book?

To order a product, you must be registered on one of the LIDEL Group websites. You need to add the book to your 'Shopping Cart' by clicking the 'Buy' button next to the product. As you add items to your order, the value of your order will be updated in the upper right corner of the page. When you finish your order, click on 'Shopping Cart' to be redirected to your complete shopping list.



I am in the 'Shopping Cart', but I want to add more books to my order. Can I leave my order?

You can leave your order whenever you want, provided you haven't completed payment yet. You may add and remove items to/from your Cart and resume the ordering process. Any items that you have already added to your 'Shopping Cart' will remain in the Cart.



What does 'Subject to Confirmation' mean?

A product stating 'Subject to Confirmation' means that the stock is limited. If your order cannot be completed by the estimated due date, or if it cannot be completed altogether, you will be notified by email within two working days.

If it isn't possible to deliver an order that has already been paid for fully or in part, the value of the undelivered product will be refunded within 15 days at the most. You may opt for receiving the amount through a shopping voucher to be used on one of our websites, or by bank transfer to your IBAN account.



What payment methods are supported?

You can choose between the following payment methods: credit card, ATM or Bank Transfer. Orders placed using the ATM and Bank Transfer methods will be valid for a period of 15 days. If no payment is received within that period of time, the order will be cancelled.



How do I know that my order has been completed successfully?

As soon as you complete your order, you will receive a confirmation email with the description and quantity of all ordered products, your billing and delivery details and the amount to be paid. You should keep this message until you receive your order, as it is your proof that the order was placed successfully.



I couldn't complete the order process. Does the website keep a record of my uncompleted order?

If you cannot complete your order, you may finish it at a later time. After logging in on one of the LIDEL Group websites, your 'Shopping Cart' will show a list of any products you may have added previously.



How do I use my shopping voucher?
How many times can I use my shopping voucher?
What is the difference between percentage voucher and fixed-value voucher?
Can I use my voucher to buy used books?

How do I use my shopping voucher?

After moving on to your 'Shopping Cart', you will be prompted to enter your voucher code. The voucher amount will be deducted from the total of your order. You can only use one voucher per order.



How many times can I use my shopping voucher?

The terms of use of your voucher vary according to the information provided at the time you received it. For more information, please contact by email: livraria@lidel.pt.


What is the difference between percentage voucher and fixed-value voucher?

Percentage vouchers represent a percentage discount that will be applied to your order. This discount may not be combined with any other discount, so if there is a promotion, the website will choose the most advantageous situation for you.

Fixed-value vouchers represent a sum of money that will be deducted from your order. If you decide to use a voucher whose value is higher than the total amount of books ordered, there will be no refund of the difference.

Vouchers are non-refundable and may not be converted to cash.



Can I use my voucher to buy used books?

Only fixed-value vouchers may be redeemed when purchasing used books.

What is the amount of the shipping charges?
Which company will deliver my order?
How long does it take for me to receive my order?
My order has not arrived.  What should I do?

What is the amount of the shipping charges?

Shipping charges are calculated based on the delivery address and the total weight of the order. During the ordering process, after entering the delivery address and before accepting and completing the order, the shipping charges to be paid will be shown.



Which company will deliver my order?

The company that will deliver your order depends on the delivery address.
If your address is in Continental Portugal, orders will be shipped by a courier company. For Madeira and the Azores, orders will be shipped by CTT. 

Orders to be delivered to other countries are shipped by a courier company or by CTT, depending on the chosen destination. During the ordering process, after entering the delivery address and before completing the order, the shipping method and shipping charges will be shown.



How long does it take for me to receive my order?

The time for delivery of an order varies according to the delivery address. Refer to the average reference times below, considering that they count as of the date when the order was paid.

Continental Portugal: Up to 5 working days.
Madeira and Azores: Up to 7 working days.
Germany, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Estonia, France, Netherlands, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland, United Kingdom, Czechia and Sweden: 5 to 7 working days.
Bulgaria, Croatia, Finland and Romania: Up to 9 working days.
Other countries: 8 to 20 working days.


My order has not arrived.  What should I do?

If receiving your order is taking longer than the stated time, contact us via email at livraria@lidel.pt (national orders) or depinternacional@lidel.pt (international orders).



Can I cancel my order?
In which cases can I exchange/return the products I purchased?
Do I have to pay shipping charges for an exchange/return?
When and how will I receive the refund amount for a return?
The product I received isn't what I ordered/the product I received has printing defects. What should I do?

Can I cancel my order?

Whether you can cancel your order depends on the status of the order. To make a cancellation, you should send an email to livraria@lidel.pt (national orders) ordepinternacional@lidel.pt (international orders) stating the order number you wish to cancel.
If your order has already been shipped, it cannot be cancelled.



In which cases can I exchange/return the products I purchased?

After receiving your order, you have up to 14 days to exchange/return the products. Refunds of eBooks and interactive books are not accepted.
Products ordered during a promotional campaign may be exchanged, but not returned.
Products for exchange/return must be in mint condition, as they were delivered, with the original packaging and two copies of the invoice. 
To make an exchange/return, contact us via email at livraria@lidel.pt (national orders) or depinternacional@lidel.pt (international orders), stating the reason for exchange/return and the order number.



Do I have to pay shipping charges for an exchange/return?

Yes. Shipping charges for exchanges/returns are paid by the customer, except when the received product(s) do not match your order or have printing defects.



When and how will I receive the refund amount for a return?

After receipt of the returned products, the customer will be refunded within 15 days at the most. You can choose to receive the amount through a shopping voucher to be used on one of our websites, or by bank transfer to your IBAN account. 
There will be no refund for products lost during the return process, i.e., products that were never received at the LIDEL Group storehouse.



The product I received isn't what I ordered/the product I received has printing defects. What should I do?

In a case like this, contact us via email at livraria@lidel.pt (national orders) or depinternacional@lidel.pt (international orders), stating the problem and the order number.



a) What eBook format is provided on the LIDEL Group websites?
b) What does "Available for XX months" mean?
c) Is my device compatible with the eBook format?
d) Do I need to install a reader application in my device?
e) On how many devices can I access the VitalSource Bookshelf application?
f) How do I buy an eBook?
g) Can I buy more than one copy of the same eBook?
h) Can I buy books and eBooks in the same order?
i) The website is asking me to enter my Bookshelf app details to proceed with my order. What am I supposed to do?
j) What payment methods are supported for buying eBooks?
k) How do I receive my eBook?
l) How do I receive my invoice?
m) How do I read an eBook online on a computer, tablet or Smartphone?
n) How do I read an eBook offline on a computer, tablet or Smartphone?
o) Are my eBooks always available after the download?
p) Can I print, copy or share my eBook?
q) How many times can I download the same eBook?
r) Can I return my eBook and receive a refund?
s) I don't live in Portugal. Can I buy eBooks on the LIDEL Group websites?
t) Are there limitations to use my eBooks?
u) What can I do with my eBook?

a) What eBook format is provided on the LIDEL Group websites?

The available format for sale is VBK. This format is specific for the online/offline reader application from VitalSource Bookshelf used by the LIDEL Group. It has similar features to an ePub or a PDF, accordingly with the information available on the title presentation page. The maintenance and technical support of Bookshelf is under the exclusive responsibility of its proprietary, Vitalsource.

b) What does "Available for XX months" mean?

If the eBook you want is identified with "Available for XX months" it means that the access to it will be available for the number of months specified after purchase.

c) Is my device compatible with the eBook format?

Yes, the VitalSource Bookshelf application is available for Windows, iOS e Android.


d) Do I need to install a reader application in my device?

Yes, you should install the VitalSource Bookshelf application https://bit.ly/_Bookshelf.

e) On how many devices can I access the VitalSource Bookshelf application?

VitalSource Bookshelf allows that you have two computers and two devices activated at any moment. If you want to activate a computer or a mobile device other than the already activated ones, and you have already received the error message 'You reached the maximum number of activations', you can remove an older computer or mobile device from the activation list in order to activate a new one. To do so, sign in to the VitalSource online area and in the upper right corner click the managing account icon (represented by a doll). Then, click devicesand deactivate the desired device so you can add a new one. To add a new device, sign in to the VitalSource Bookshelf application on the new device.

f) How do I buy an eBook?

To buy, choose the eBooks tab on the left side of your screen and in the desired subject area, you can see the available eBooks. If there is an eBook version of one of our printed books, this option will be displayed on each book's page above its title. After finding the desired eBook, click the 'buy' button to add the eBook to your shopping card.

g) Can I buy more than one copy of the same eBook?

No. It is not possible to buy more than one copy of the same eBook, since the purchase is always associated with your email and the licenses are personal and non-transferable. If you need multiple copies of the same eBook, please contact us at livraria@livraria.pt

h) Can I buy books and eBooks in the same order?

Yes, but in this case, payment will have to be via Credit Card or MBnet.

i) The website is asking me to enter my Bookshelf app details to proceed with my order. What am I supposed to do?

When this alert appears, it means that your email is already registered in the Bookshelf reading app. In these situations, the first time you purchase an eBook on the LIDEL Group websites you will need to enter your Bookshelf access details, so that your purchase is recognized by the app. In the following purchases you will no longer need to repeat this process.

j) What payment methods are supported for buying eBooks?

You can only buy eBooks using a Credit Card. As an alternative, you can use the MBnet system after registering at an ATM terminal.

k) How do I receive my eBook?

After validating payment of your order, you will receive a confirmation email with the required access credentials (username and password) for the VitalSource account, as well as a link to access the VitalSource login area. After logging in with the credentials provided in the email, you will have access to your library where the purchased book will be available. For safety reasons you should change your VitalSource password. From that moment on, you can read your eBook online. To read your eBook in offline mode, follow the steps set out in l).

l) How do I receive my invoice?

If your order has only eBooks, the invoice will be sent to the email address provided during your registration in the working days after the purchase. If the order also includes printed books, the invoice will be sent to the delivery address together with the merchandise.

m) How do I read an eBook online on a computer, tablet or Smartphone?

To read an eBook online on any device, open the following link: https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/#/user/signin and insert your email and password. After logging in, you will enter your library and you can choose the book to read.

n) How do I read an eBook offline on a computer, tablet or Smartphone?

To read an eBook offline on any device, open the following link: https://support.vitalsource.com/hc/en-us/articles/201344733-Bookshelf-Download-Pageand download the reader application for your device. After installing the reader, you need to log using the same email and password from VitalSource in online mode to access your library. The library will synchronise giving you access to the purchased books.

o) Are my eBooks always available after the download?

After synchronising your library in the VitalSource Bookshelf application, you will have your eBooks available. If you have acquired an eBook identified with "Available for XX months”, the availability of your content will end after number of months indicated at your purchase.

p) Can I print, copy or share my eBook?

The options to print, copy or share your eBook are not available.

q) How many times can I download the same eBook?

You only need to download your eBook once, as you will have to log in in the VitalSource application on each one of your devices and, after synchronising the library, your eBook will be available.

r) Can I return my eBook and receive a refund?

No. After delivery, an eBook cannot be returned as it is a digital product. Due to the digital format of eBooks, downloading it will be considered as 'opening the package', and after that moment, it is no longer possible to return the product.

s) I don't live in Portugal. Can I buy eBooks on the LIDEL Group websites?

Yes, but there may be restrictions to the sale of eBooks to certain countries due to publication copyrights. If a product is not available for your country, you will receive a message during checkout saying 'The purchase of the following product(s) is not allowed for the selected country.'

t) Are there limitations to use my eBooks?

For LIDEL Group eBooks, it is not allowed to print or copy text, images or tables. Also, it is not possible to search the tables of some LIDEL Group books. You cannot zoom in on images in some of the LIDEL Group books.

u) What can I do with my eBook?

- You can browse the content table to get faster to the chapter/section you want;
- You can search for text and terms;
- You can highlight text, which will then appear in the 'Highlights' section;
- You can take notes, which will then appear in the 'Highlights' section;
- You can increase/decrease the font size;
- The selected text can be read out loud using the 'start reading' tool (via machine automatic reading) on your computer;
- You can access all books in 'My library'.

A) What are used books?
B) What kind of damage can a used book have?
C) Do the above mentioned conditions prevent or difficult reading?
D) Do used books have missing pages?

A) What are used books?

Used books are books which may present one or more small defects, due to in-store browsing and display. 

B) What kind of damage can a used book have?

Used books may be sunned, rubbed, have a small tear, a dinged corner, a creased spine, or other defects.

C) Do the above mentioned conditions prevent or difficult reading?

No. We only sell used books in either good or very good conditions.

D) Do used books have missing pages?

No. In terms of content, used books are exactly like new books, but with the possible defects described above.



How can I submit my book proposal?

How can I submit my book proposal?

You need to fill in the form available in the Author Area. Your proposal will be analysed by our Editorial Department, which will later contact you.



I'm a teacher and I would like to analyse your books to adopt in the subjects I teach. What should I do?
I'm a teacher. Can I have special discounts when buying books from the LIDEL Group?
I'm a teacher of Portuguese as a Foreign Language (PFL), and I'm not sure on what the best text book is for my class. Can you advise me?

I'm a teacher of Portuguese as a Foreign Language (PFL) and would like to know the list of LIDEL text books that have been adopted in different countries. Can you help me?



I'm a teacher and I would like to analyse your books to adopt in the subjects I teach. What should I do?

You should access the Teacher Area and fill in the form presented. Your request will be analysed by our Teachers Support Department, which will later contact you.

I'm a teacher. Can I have special discounts when buying books from the LIDEL Group?

In some cases, teachers may buy our publications at a special discount price. For more information, contact our Teachers Support Department, via email at promocao@lidel.pt (in case of university books) or depinternacional@lidel.pt (in case of books on Portuguese as a Foreign Language).

I'm a teacher of Portuguese as a Foreign Language (PFL), and I'm not sure on what the best text book is for my class. Can you advise me?

The LIDEL Group has a teacher support service to help you with choosing the teaching materials that nest suit your students' needs of. To use this service, contact our Teachers Support Department via email at  depinternacional@lidel.pt.

I'm a teacher of Portuguese as a Foreign Language (PFL) and would like to know the list of LIDEL text books that have been adopted in different countries. Can you help me?

To know the list of LIDEL's PFL text books adopted in different countries, contact our Teachers Support Department via email at depinternacional@lidel.pt.



A1 - Am I a basic user of Portuguese?
A2 - Am I a basic user of Portuguese?
B1 – Am I an independent user of Portuguese?
B2 – Am I an independent user of Portuguese?
C1 – Am I a proficient user of Portuguese?
C2 – Am I a proficient user of Portuguese?

A1 - Am I a basic user of Portuguese?

I can understand familiar words and very basic phrases concerning myself, my family and immediate surroundings when people speak slowly and clearly.
I can understand familiar names, words and very simple sentences, for example on notices and posters or in catalogues.
I can interact in a simple way, provided the other person is prepared to repeat or rephrase things at a slower rate of speech and help me formulate what I'm trying to say. I can ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need or on very familiar topics.
I can use simple phrases and sentences to describe where I live and people I know.
I can write a short, simple postcard, for example sending holiday greetings.
I can fill in forms with personal details, for example entering my name, nationality and address on a hotel registration form.

A2 - Am I a basic user of Portuguese?

I can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). I can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements. 
I can read very short, simple texts. I can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and I can understand short simple personal letters.
I can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. I can handle very short social exchanges, even though I cannot usually understand enough to keep the conversation going myself.
I can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms my family and other people, living conditions, my educational background and my present or most recent job.
I can write short, simple notes and messages. I can write a very simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something.


B1 – Am I an independent user of Portuguese?

I can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. I can understand the main point of many radio or TV programmes on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear. 
I can understand texts that consist mainly of high-frequency everyday or job-related language. I can understand the description of events, feelings and wishes in personal letters.
I can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. I can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events).
I can connect phrases in a simple way in order to describe experiences and events, my dreams, hopes and ambitions. I can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. I can narrate a story or relate the plot of a book or film and describe my reactions.
I can write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. I can write personal letters describing experiences and impressions.


B2 – Am I an independent user of Portuguese?

I can understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar. I can understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. I can understand the majority of films in standard dialect.
I can read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints. I can understand contemporary literary prose.
I can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible. I can take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining my views.
I can present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to my field of interest. I can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
I can write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to my interests. I can write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. I can write letters highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences.


C1 – Am I a proficient user of Portuguese?

I can understand extended speech even when it is not clearly structured and when relationships are only implied and not signalled explicitly. I can understand television programmes and films without too much effort.
I can understand long and complex factual and literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style. I can understand specialised articles and longer technical instructions, even when they do not relate to my field.
I can express myself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. I can use language flexibly and effectively for social and professional purposes. I can formulate ideas and opinions with precision and relate my contribution skilfully to those of other speakers. 
I can present clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects integrating sub-themes, developing particular points and rounding off with an appropriate conclusion.
I can express myself in clear, well-structured text, expressing points of view at some length. I can write about complex subjects in a letter, an essay or a report, underlining what I consider to be the salient issues. I can select a style appropriate to the reader in mind.


C2 – Am I a proficient user of Portuguese?

I have no difficulty in understanding any kind of spoken language, whether live or broadcast, even when delivered at fast native speed, provided I have some time to get familiar with the accent.
I can read with ease virtually all forms of the written language, including abstract, structurally or linguistically complex texts such as manuals, specialised articles and literary works.
I can take part effortlessly in any conversation or discussion and have a good familiarity with idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. I can express myself fluently and convey finer shades of meaning precisely. If I do have a problem I can backtrack and restructure around the difficulty so smoothly that other people are hardly aware of it.
I can present a clear, smoothly-flowing description or argument in a style appropriate to the context and with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points.
I can write clear, smoothly-flowing text in an appropriate style. I can write complex letters, reports or articles which present a case with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points. I can write summaries and reviews of professional or literary works.


What is the LIDEL Group?
Which are the LIDEL Group websites?
In which areas does the LIDEL Group publish?
Where can I buy LIDEL Group books?
Which publishers are distributed by LIDEL?
Where can I buy the books of foreign publishers represented by Lidel?

What is the LIDEL Group?

The LIDEL Group is Portugal's leading editorial group for technical books, consisting of the publisher and distributor LIDEL and the publishers FCA, ETEP, PACTOR, fcadesign and LIDEL saúde e bem-estar. To know more about our Group, see About us.

Which are the LIDEL Group websites?

The LIDEL Group websites include the website of our publisher and distributor LIDEL (www.lidel.pt), the website of the publisher FCA (www.fca.pt) and the website of our publisher PACTOR (www.pactor.pt).
After registering on one of the LIDEL Group websites, you can use your information to access any of the other Group websites.
Distribution and sale of the books available on the three websites is handled by our distributor LIDEL.

In which areas does the LIDEL Group publish?

The LIDEL Group is the largest Portuguese editorial group for technical books, comprising six specialised brands in distinct areas. To know all the thematic areas covered  by the LIDEL Group, refer to the section Brands and Editorial Areas.

Where can I buy LIDEL Group books?

In Portugal, LIDEL Group books are available in all major bookstores and at the LIDEL bookstore in Lisbon  (see location).

In the remaining countries, you can buy LIDEL Group books through several partners. For more information, see Find Us.

Our books are also available in several online bookstores and on the LIDEL Group websites. On www.lidel.pt, you can find all books published by the Group; on www.fca.pt and www.pactor.pt, you can access the books published by our publishers FCA and PACTOR, respectively.

Which publishers are distributed by LIDEL?

In addition to distribution of the other publishers in the Group, LIDEL is also an exclusive representative in Portugal of books from renowned technical international publishers, such as Encyclopédie Médico-Chirurgicale, Georg Thieme Verlag, Sybex/Wrox, WH Freeman/Worth/Sinauer, Jones & Bartlett Publishers and Saraumps Médical. 
We also distribute publications from some Portuguese publishers, as for example Profedições, Formasau, among others.

For more information about the publishers distributed by LIDEL, contact us via email at livraria@lidel.pt.



Where can I buy the books of foreign publishers represented by Lidel?

The books from foreign publishers represented by LIDEL are available for purchase at our bookstore in Lisbon (see location), in all major bookstores in Portugal and in specialised bookstores.

For more information about the availability of books distributed by LIDEL, contact us via email at livraria@lidel.pt.

What is the ISBN?
What is the Law on Fixed Book Prices?

What is the ISBN?

The ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is the exclusive number that identifies a given publication. You can find your book's ISBN book on the back cover next to the barcode. In case of eBooks, you can find the ISBN in the credits.



What is the Law on Fixed Book Prices?

The fixed-price law determines that a book cannot be sold to the public with more than 10% discount on the Retail Price set by the publisher, in the first 24 months after the date of its first publication, except exclusions defined by law. To know more about this legislation, see the Portuguese Association of Publishers and Booksellers website.






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