Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Source for Language Learning Books in DC
Tempo Book Store was founded in 1990 by Eugene Lesmez and Betulia Sanchez to address the need for specialized educational resources in Washington, DC. Our mission began with supporting the Hispanic community through English language learning materials and has expanded to include a comprehensive selection of foreign language books for adults and children. With over 30 years of combined experience, our knowledgeable staff curates dictionaries, teaching resources, and culturally relevant literature to meet diverse educational needs.We prioritize personalized customer service and reliability, offering delivery options to ensure accessibility for all learners. As stewards of Eugene Lesmez's legacy, we continue to support adult education through annual scholarships while maintaining our commitment to quality resources and community impact.
Services
ESL Books
Foreign Language Materials
Children's Literature
Teaching Resources
Dictionaries
Language Workbooks
Cultural Resources
Educational Materials
Book Delivery
Scholarship Programs
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in language education resources
- Our staff provides personalized book recommendations for all learning levels
- We maintain a comprehensive selection of specialized dictionaries and teaching materials
- Our delivery services ensure accessibility for all customers
- We support community education through annual scholarships
Services
ESL Books
Our comprehensive collection of English as a Second Language books caters to all proficiency levels. From grammar workbooks to conversation practice materials, we provide resources that help learners develop practical language skills. These books feature culturally relevant content and teaching methodologies that support effective language acquisition for adult learners and students.
Foreign Language Materials
We offer extensive learning materials for multiple foreign languages including Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, and Amharic. Our collection includes dictionaries, workbooks, and cultural guides that facilitate language learning through authentic content. Each resource is carefully selected to support both beginners and advanced learners in developing reading, writing, and conversational skills.
Children's Literature
Our children's book selection features bilingual and language-learning titles that promote literacy development. From picture dictionaries to storybooks, these materials help young learners engage with language through age-appropriate content. The collection supports both native language maintenance and second language acquisition for children in educational and home settings.
Teaching Resources
We provide specialized teaching materials for language instructors, including curriculum guides and classroom activity books. These resources support effective language instruction through structured lesson plans and interactive exercises. Our collection helps educators create engaging learning environments that address diverse student needs and proficiency levels.
Dictionaries
Our dictionary collection includes bilingual and specialized reference books covering various professional fields. These resources provide accurate vocabulary translations and usage examples that support language learners and professionals. The selection includes both general and technical dictionaries to meet diverse language needs across different industries and academic disciplines.
People
Eugene Lesmez
Co-Founder
Eugene Lesmez was a New York native with 27 years of experience in Latin America as a business consultant and university professor. He co-founded Tempo Book Store in 1990 to address language learning needs in Washington, DC's immigrant community before passing away in 2017.
Betulia Sanchez
Co-Founder
Betulia Sanchez co-founded Tempo Book Store with Eugene Lesmez in 1990. She continues operating the business while maintaining Eugene's vision of providing quality language learning resources and supporting adult education through scholarship programs for nonprofit schools.
Questions
What types of language learning materials do you offer?
We provide English as a Second Language books, foreign language resources for multiple languages, dictionaries, teaching materials, and children's literature to support language acquisition at all levels.
Do you offer delivery services for book orders?
Yes, we provide door-to-door delivery services for all book orders to ensure accessibility for customers who cannot visit our physical store location in Washington, DC.
What is your return policy?
We accept returns within 30 days of purchase for books in new and saleable condition. Reproducible books and digital media are not eligible for returns.
Do you have resources for children's language learning?
Yes, we offer a selection of bilingual children's books, picture dictionaries, and storybooks that help young learners develop language skills through engaging, age-appropriate content.
Do you support community education initiatives?
Yes, we continue Eugene Lesmez's legacy by offering annual scholarships for nonprofit adult education schools while providing quality language learning resources to Washington, DC's diverse community.
