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_Practise it! Smash it!_ is a brand-new supplementary skills serieswith engaging, contemporary content aimed at teenagers and youngadults studying for exams. Each title is full of tips and examstrategy work and is presented in the format of student posts andblogs._Listening and Speaking for First (FCE)_ focuses on the challengesin the Listening and Speaking First Certificate exam papers withcombined skills activities and lots of practice of the First questiontypes....

_Practise it! Smash it!_ is a brand-new supplementary skills serieswith engaging, contemporary content aimed at teenagers and youngadults studying for exams. Each title is full of tips and examstrategy work and is presented in the format of student posts andblogs. _Listening and Speaking for First (FCE)_ focuses on thechallenges in the Listening and Speaking First Certificate exam paperswith combined skills activities and lots of practice of theFirst question types....

Timesaver For Exams is a new series ofphotocopiable materials for English teachers to use with studentswho are preparing for exams.They save teacher preparation time with a wide range of refreshingeasy-to-use lessons and activities, providing motivational ideasfor exam classes.The engaging and contemporary content is aimed at teenagers andyoung adults and offers a rigorous resource practising upper-intermediateand advanced-level grammatical structuresthrough a range of IELTS task types.Twenty re...

A key aim of an intensive English language course in the UK willbe to consolidate the grammar that the student will already havelearnt in a lively and motivating way.Teachers working in intensive courses in the UK will be relativelyinexperienced and will be looking for easy- to- use extra resourcematerial in this challenging task.

This 96 page resource book offers teachers a wealth of activities based on reading and listening realia (authentic or simulated-authentic) and will be vital for teachers presenting Background to Britain information. Timesavers for Real! offers activities which aid integrated skills development (with a focus on reading, listening and vocabulary) and revises specific structures in an enjoyable and meaningful way. Examples of activities include: Shopping at the CD Megastore (Music types - likes and...

The benefits of teaching English through drama are widely recognised,and there is a need for fresh, new material for primary classes.Drama in the Classroom provides a range of activities such asrhymes, games, mimes and full-class plays supported by photocopiablecards, masks and puzzles.

Should you queue at a bus stop? When do you say sorry? Whats abungalow and what kind of meal is a Sunday roast? This entertainingcollection of activities focuses on the traditions, customs andlifestyle of the British and is ideal for cultural studies classes,as well as providing practical advice for students planninga trip to the UK. PRE-INTERMEDIATE - UPPER-INTERMEDIATE (A2 - B2)

An extensive collection of exciting and interactive activities inEnglish for maths, geography, life skills, history and science.Students use language skills to design a town, find out if they area good friend, or test their knowledge of recycling. A varietyof activities present subjects in a fun and stimulating way.

The Common European Framework (CEF) outlines a series of targetsto be reached at different stages through the language learning experience.As the CEF levels A1 - C2 have now become a benchmarkfor students progress across Europe, there is a need for assessmenttests which tie in with the CEF targets. Teachers can then assesstheir students progress against the CEF levels.

This rich resource provides grammar practice activities mixed-abilityclasses covering elementary, pre-intermediate and intermediatestructures. Each lesson contains three graded levels of activitybased around each structure. Activities include language games,quizzes and articles and are suitable for class participation andindividual study.

Speaking is one the most challenging of the four skillsfor lower-level learners of English and this collectionof activities is designed to both support and motivate students.Activities include interviews, quizzes, ranking exercises, spotthe difference games and class surveys covering topicscommonly found on the A1 and A2 English curricula, such asFree Time, School Life and Festivals.Packed with useful functional language, this resource is an idealaccompaniment to any Elementary or Pre-Intermedia...

The Common European Framework outlines a series of targets to bereached at different stages through the language learning experience.There is a need for mixed-skills materials which provide a directtie-in with the CEF targets, or descriptors, so that teacherscan assess students progress, and students can evaluate theirown learning

The Penguin Guide to Punctuation is indispensable for anyone who needs to get to grips with using punctuation in their written work. Whether you are puzzled by colons and semicolons, unsure of where commas should go or baffled by apostrophes, this jargon-free, succinct guide is for you.

The Penguin Dictionary of English Synonyms and Antonyms is the ideal work of reference for both home and office. Anyone who has found themselves stumped for the best and most appropriate word or who wants to avoid repetition - whether student or writer, politician or advertiser, after-dinner speaker or crossword fanatic - will find this easy-to-use dictionary invaluable on every occasion.

The Penguin Dictionary of International Relations provides an authoritative overview of this complex and constantly shifting subject. Ranging from the Arab-Israeli conflict to weapons of mass destruction, this is an indispensable and comprehensive guide to the events, organisations, theories and concepts that are shaping todays global community.

To put the cart before the horse, have the cheek of the devil or be a pillar of society - these are just some of the thousands of idioms that have become an integral part of the English language. The Penguin Dictionary of English Idioms looks at a vast range of examples, providing concise definitions and explaining how they should be used. This practical guide is arranged by theme, making it possible to compare all the idioms in that subject area and find the right one for the occasion, whether ...

English lessons form an integral part of a young learners whole education. This book ciontains guidance for teachers who are new to young learners, and ideas and materials for a wide variety of language practice activities, including art and crafts, drama, games, storytelling, and songs. This book is intended for teachers of English as a foreign language.

Offers guidance on introducing and developing writing skills with young learners. The book teaches the Roman alphabet, letter shapes and names, and word recognition, and provides a framework for developing writing skills at word, sentence and text level. It encourages the idea that words can be used creatively and that writing can be fun and provides opportunities for children to practise a wide range of writing skills.

To know a word means to know a great deal about it-including its meaning, collocations, grammatical features, derivations, register and appropriateness. This book presents useful and practical strategies to help readers identify learner errors, provide helpful feedback and recognize features that may be problematic. It also offers techniques for encouraging students to become independent word learners.

These motivating non-fiction readers are rich in content and beautifully illustrated. Fascinating information in carefully graded language appeals to a broad range of students and supports English across the curriculum, making the series perfect for CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning).Stunning colour photos, maps, diagrams and charts support understanding, while activities and projects develop language and critical thinking skills.