English First Additional Language

Comprehension Workbook 1 - This workbook begins with very simple reading passages which work in conjunction with the phonics programme. The initial passages begin with three letter blends, progressing to initial and final consonant blends.

Comprehension Workbook Grade 3 - This workbook is a follow on from Comprehension Grade 2 and follows a similar phonetic approach. However, learners are requested to read and comprehend information presented in a number of different styles. Comprehension of the information is also tested in a varied manner and more divergent questions are posed. Towards the end of this workbook learners are introduced to different text fonts and font sizes.

Wordsmiths - This is a collection of 24 short stories, ranging from the classical to the modern and drawn from many countries.

X-Kit Essential Reference English - A straightforward reference book that covers all the English content you require simply and logically in one book! Covers all aspects of grammar, punctuation, spelling, writing, speaking, comprehension, literature and visual literacy. Ideal for learners (Grades 8+) and students, for everyday use in the classroom, at home and for exam revision. Worked examples demonstrate concepts and simple structure and navigation tools help you find and use key concepts and examples in record time.

Developing Language Skills Workbook 5 - This workbook is a follow on from Developing Language Skills Workbook 4 and builds on the same topics as workbook 4 so that learners acquire basic skills required for language development. Learners practise and consolidate language and other necessary skills through a variety of carefully graded activities.

English Handbook & Study Guide - English Handbook and Study Guide is a comprehensive English reference book, invaluable to teachers, students and as a home reference.

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Merchant of Venice (Cambridge School Edition) - An improved, larger-format edition of the Cambridge School Shakespeare plays, extensively rewritten, expanded and produced in an attractive new design. An active approach to classroom Shakespeare enables students to inhabit Shakespeare's imaginative world in accessible and creative ways. Students are encouraged to share Shakespeare's love of language, interest in character and sense of theatre. Substantially revised and extended in full colour, classroom activities are thematically organised in distinctive 'Stagecraft', 'Write about it', 'Language in the play', 'Characters' and 'Themes' features. Extended glossaries are aligned with the play text for easy reference. Expanded endnotes include extensive essay-writing guidance for 'The Merchant of Venice' and Shakespeare. Includes rich, exciting colour photos of performances of 'The Merchant of Venice' from around the world.

Midsummer Night's Dream (Active Shakespeare) - This series offers a unique interactive approach that will encourage learners to become involved in the interactive process of these plays, whilst exposing them to the atmosphere and history of the age, in a fun and stimulating way. An extensive amount of background and supporting material is offered in a user-friendly way with exciting features make the plays become visually real. Each exciting page offers: -complete text done in an attractive double-page spread layout a glossary of what the words and phrases mean thought-provoking notes and activities on each page that: explain difficult language, explore characters, themes, words and images, provide useful background information and stimulate thoughts on how to stage the play. This series also offers activities at the end of each act to facilitate understanding. At the back of each book, notes are included, providing information on the world of William Shakespeare.

My Own Spelling & Word Dictionary Workbook - This hugely popular wordbook is an essential tool for reading, writing and spelling in Foundation Phase. Each alphabetical grouping contains sight words and other appropriate vocabulary. Learners can add to these lists each year in the spaces provided. Themes and frequently misspelt words make this the perfect accessory to spelling assessments and homework.

Q & A (V.Swarup) - Eighteen-year-old Ram Mohammad Thomas is in prison after answering twelve questions correctly on a TV quiz show to scoop one billion rupees. The producers have arrested him, convinced that he has cheated his way to victory. Twelve extraordinary events in street-kid Ram�s life � how he was found in a dustbin by a priest; came to have three names; fooled a professional hitman; even fell in love � give him the crucial answers. In his warm-hearted tale lies all the comedy, tragedy, joy and pathos of modern India.

Comprehension Workbook 2 (Grade 2) - This workbook follows a similar pattern to workbook 1. The reading passages revise and consolidate initial and final consonant blends. Vowel and consonant digraphs are also introduced.