This book is a guide to current research and debate in the field of literacies practice and education. It provides both an historical and lifespan view of the field as well as an overview of research methodologies with first-hand examples from a range of researchers involved in literacy research.

A bright and colourful English Activity Book brimming with charming characters, engaging activities and crystal-clear explanations. Perfect for practice at home or in class, it's loaded with useful English practice for ages 8-9 (Year 4 of primary school) covering word types, homophones, direct speech and more. Each topic is explained in easy-to-understand language, followed by a selection of fun-packed activities - designed to boost your child's confidence and make sure all that knowledge really sticks! Self-assessment boxes at the end of each topic can be used to keep track of their progress. We've also thrown in a fun puzzle page so your child can apply their English skills in a different context. Answers can be found at the back of the book.

REVISE 11+ is the smart choice for 11+ English preparation. This Assessment Book: Provides realistic exam practice so that learners can apply their skills Promotes independence with comprehensively demonstrated answers Prepares for 11+ exams by offering the volume of practice that tutors and teachers recommend. Preparation is more than this Assessment Book! The REVISE 11+ series supports learners at every step of the journey. All titles in the series are fully integrated and work together to provide the best support for the 11+. Introduce key skills with the REVISE 11+ English Practice Book 1. Take the next step with REVISE 11+ English Practice Book 2. Consolidate learning with the REVISE 11+ English Ten-Minute Tests.

REVISE 11+ is the smart choice for 11+ English preparation. This book of Ten-Minute Tests: Provides additional exercises for regular and repeated practice, including homework Enables learners to perfect skills through increased volume and time-focused sessions Supports learners with enhanced answers and topics matched to the Revise 11+ English Practice Books Develops confidence for 11+ exams by focusing on the important skills. Preparation is more than just these Ten-Minute Tests! The REVISE 11+ series supports learners for every step of the journey. All titles in the series are fully integrated and work together to provide the best support for the 11+. Introduce key skills with the REVISE 11+ English Practice Book 1. Take the next step with REVISE 11+ English Practice Book 2. Get exam-ready with REVISE 11+ English Assessment Book.

CGP's Vocabulary Flashcards are almost too fantastic for words! These bright and colourful flashcards are perfect for expanding pupils' vocabulary - and they're spot-on for ages 3-5. Each card has pictures on the front that relate to a question or instruction on the back to help build pupils' vocab skills, improve their understanding of words and their ability to use them in conversation. For even more vocab practice, check out our Flashcards for ages 5-7 (9781789089226) and for ages 7-9 (9781789089233)!

English lessons form an integral part of a young learner's 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.

The English for Life Reader for Grade 6 contains examples of a novel, folklore, short stories, dramas, and various information and media texts, such as newspaper and magazine articles, poems, advertisements, brochures, posters, and notices. These are the texts suggested as teaching support material for Grade 6 by the Department of Basic Education. The English for Life Reader provides a volume of reading material that is easy to access, and which has been chosen specifically for the Grade 6 learner. The content is interesting, thought-provoking and exciting and offers examples of texts that can be found in everyday life. The Reader can be used on its own as a supplement to classroom material, or in conjunction with the English for Life Grade 6 textbook for English as Home Language.

The English for Life Reader for Grade 4 contains examples of a novel, folklore, short stories, dramas, and various information and media texts, such as newspaper and magazine articles, poems, advertisements, brochures, posters, and notices. These are the texts suggested as teaching support material for Grade 4 by the Department of Basic Education. The English for Life Reader provides a volume of reading material that is easy to access, and which has been chosen specifically for the Grade 4 learner. The content is interesting, thought-provoking and exciting and offers examples of texts that can be found in everyday life. The Reader can be used on its own as a supplement to classroom material, or in conjunction with the English for Life Grade 4 textbook for English as Home Language.

This CGP Revision Guide is the perfect companion to the Grade 9-1 AQA GCSE English Language course. Every Reading and Writing skill is clearly explained, and there's a big focus on helping students develop their exam skills throughout the book. For each topic, there are exam-style sample questions with fully worked answers, and at the end of the book you'll find step-by-step guides to tackling Paper 1 and Paper 2 - complete with sample answers to show students what's needed to achieve grades 4-5, 6-7 and 8-9. For extra practice, a matching CGP Workbook is also available (see 9781782943709).

Level: KS3 Subject: English Complete revision and practice covering the KS3 course This all-in-one KS3 English study and practice book is your one-stop shop for KS3 English! Excellent value for money, it combines a full revision guide and workbook in one book. Clear and concise revision notes, plus seven practice opportunities for every topic: * quick tests to check understanding * end of topic practice questions * topic review questions later in book * mixed practice questions at end of book * free Q&A flash cards to download online * more topic by topic practice and mixed practice questions in the added workbook! * now with free ebook - visit collins.co.uk/ebooks and follow the step-by-step instructions

Matched to the demands of the National Curriculum, the Let's Do Grammar workbooks have been carefully devised to match the appropriate age and stage of your child. Containing a rich variety of activity pages, each book has been designed for use at home and supports classroom learning. With regular progress tests and a complete answer section to aid assessment, this book is the perfect way for your child to practise their grammar skills and consolidate their learning. And for added enjoyment and motivation, it also contains over 100 reward stickers!

Collins International Primary English offers full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English curriculum framework (0058) from 2020 within a six-level, multi-component course, which has been carefully developed to meet the needs of teachers and students in the international market. Collins International Primary English is a self-contained, cohesive course which develops reading, writing, speaking and listening skills at primary level. The course follows a clear structure and progression through the levels, with carefully selected texts covering both fiction and non-fiction genres, including extracts from the highly successful Collins Big Cat series. The Workbooks offer a range of reading, writing and grammar activities for students of varying language levels to consolidate the language learned in the Student's Books. Following the same topic-based units as the Student's Books, they provide further practice and extension material for learners of all levels. This series also supports Cambridge Global Perspectives (TM) with activities that develop and practise key skills. This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the new curriculum framework 0058 from 2020.

Which exam? AQA GCSE (9-1) English Literature First teaching: September 2015 First assessment: June 2017 A targeted way to build key skills for the new AQA GCSE (9-1) English Literature exams (assessment from 2017). Target workbooks' unique approach builds, develops and extends key exam skills. Step-by-step exercises get you exam-ready, with each book providing 70+ pages of structured practice. Full of ready-to-use examples and activities. Designed for those working towards Grade 5, but with stretch to reach Grade 6. See your progress easily, with step-by-step exercises and exam-style questions that build key skills. Focus on the skills that you find difficult - each workbook addresses a range of common problems and misconceptions. Use the workbooks in class or at home - the exercises are easy to use independently.

Which exam? AQA GCSE (9-1) English Literature First teaching: September 2015 First assessment: June 2017 A targeted way to build key skills for the new AQA GCSE (9-1) English Literature exams (assessment from 2017). Target workbooks' unique approach builds, develops and extends key exam skills. Step-by-step exercises get you exam-ready, with each book providing 70+ pages of structured practice. Full of ready-to-use examples and activities. Designed for those working towards Grade 5, but with stretch to reach Grade 6. See your progress easily, with step-by-step exercises and exam-style questions that build key skills. Focus on the parts of the text that you find difficult - each workbook addresses a range of common problems and misconceptions. Use the workbooks in class or at home - the exercises are easy to use independently.

Provides an annoted listing of fiction and nonfiction titles.

Which exam? Edexcel GCSE (9-1) English Literature First teaching: September 2015 First assessment: June 2017 A targeted way to build key skills for the new Edexcel GCSE (9-1) English Literature exams (assessment from 2017). Target workbooks' unique approach builds, develops and extends key exam skills. Step-by-step exercises get you exam-ready, with each book providing 70+ pages of structured practice. Full of ready-to-use examples and activities. Designed for those working towards Grade 5, but with stretch to reach Grade 6. See your progress easily, with step-by-step exercises and exam-style questions that build key skills. Focus on the parts of the text that you find difficult - each workbook addresses a range of common problems and misconceptions. Use the workbooks in class or at home - the exercises are easy to use independently.

Which exam? AQA GCSE (9-1) English Literature First teaching: September 2015 First assessment: June 2017 A targeted way to build key skills for the new AQA GCSE (9-1) English Literature exams (assessment from 2017). Target workbooks' unique approach builds, develops and extends key exam skills. Step-by-step exercises get you exam-ready, with each book providing 70+ pages of structured practice. Full of ready-to-use examples and activities. Designed for those working towards Grade 5, but with stretch to reach Grade 6. See your progress easily, with step-by-step exercises and exam-style questions that build key skills. Focus on the parts of the text that you find difficult - each workbook addresses a range of common problems and misconceptions. Use the workbooks in class or at home - the exercises are easy to use independently.

These fun and colourful Games Flashcards are perfect for helping children get to grips with the alphabet and improve their spelling and vocabulary! There are plenty of ways to use these cards, and we've included some suggestions for games and group activities to get you started. They're ideal for learning the building blocks of words, with bright illustrations on each card to keep children interested!

Collins International Primary English offers full coverage of the Cambridge Primary English curriculum framework (0058) from 2020 within a six-level, multi-component course, which has been carefully developed to meet the needs of teachers and students in the international market. Collins International Primary English is a self-contained, cohesive course which develops reading, writing, speaking and listening skills at primary level. With a colourful and engaging design, the Student's Books follow a clear structure and progression through the levels. They feature carefully selected texts, covering both fiction and non-fiction genres, including extracts from the highly successful Collins Big Cat series. Skills are clearly defined, and the carefully differentiated activities will allow students to develop competence and confidence in English. This series also supports Cambridge Global Perspectives (TM) with activities that develop and practise key skills. This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the new curriculum framework 0058 from 2020.

Bring the English language to life with this beautifully illustrated children's book from Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel guide and phrasebook publisher. Perfect for the whole family, First Words English features 100 words to use while travelling, from food and transport, to animals and weather. Each word is accompanied with a bold illustration and a simple pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary fun and easy to learn. Plus, its small size means it's a handy addition to any trip to England or an English-speaking country. Also included is a free audio pronunciation guide. Scan the QR code on the back cover or visit our First Words website to hear each word spoken by a native child. Also available: First Words Spanish First Words French About Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Let's start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place - inspiring children at home and in school.

This title has been endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education - Reinforce learning, deepen understanding and encourage self-reflection in practical workbook activities. - Provide extra practice and self-assessment: Each Workbook is intended to be used by the learner for practice and homework, plus the completed workbooks can be used to help aid revision. - Build on what has taken place in the lesson: Challenge learners to develop their understanding further with ready-to-go write-in exercises.

Pearson Revise is the revision series from Pearson, the assessment experts. From the very start of your GCSE, Pearson Revise is the best way to keep learning up to date, practise skills and prepare for assessments and exams. Pearson Revise Revision Cards are perfect for students who want to turbocharge their revision time! Each pack includes access to a FREE online edition of the Pearson Revise Revision Guide and contains: 30 Revision Cards and three organising dividers (with a handy 'how to use' guide) multiple choice questions and answers worked examples topic summaries and key facts to remember. Part of a comprehensive range of learning and revision support available for Pearson Edexcel and AQA GCSEs from Pearson Revise including: Revision Guides, Revision Workbooks, Revision Cards, Practice Papers Plus and a free online learning portal.