Compact Preliminary for Schools is a focused, 50 - 60 hour course for Cambridge English: Preliminary for Schools, also known as Preliminary English Test (PET). The Student's Book features eight topic based units with focused exam preparation to maximise the performance of school-age learners. Units are divided in the order of the exam with pages on Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. A Grammar reference covers key areas in the syllabus and unit based wordlists include target vocabulary with definitions. The Student's Book also features a revision section and full practice test. The accompanying CD-ROM provides interactive grammar, vocabulary and exam skills tasks including listening. Course users also have exclusive access to a further practice test with audio via a URL in the Student's Book.

Compact Preliminary for Schools is a focused, 50 - 60 hour course for Cambridge English: Preliminary for Schools, also known as Preliminary English Test (PET). The Teacher's Book supports teachers with lesson preparation ideas and features CLIL extension tasks. It contains full answer keys, with model answers for the writing tasks, and audioscripts for both the Student's Book and Workbook. Photocopiable Progress tests are also included.

Complete Key for Schools is official preparation for the Cambridge English: Key (KET) for Schools exam. It combines the very best in contemporary classroom practice with engaging topics aimed at younger students. The information, practice and advice contained in the course ensure that they are fully prepared for all parts of the test, with strategies and skills to maximise their score. This Teacher's Book contains detailed teacher's notes with advice on classroom procedure and extra teaching ideas, along with a full answer key for the Student's Book. It also includes extra photocopiable resources with progress tests and printable wordlists available online. There is a full practice test to give students exam experience.

Cambridge English for Schools Practice Tests have been designed to familiarise students with the level and format of the Cambridge English Key, Preliminary and First (previously known as KET, PET and FCE) for Schools examinations. Students can be assured that they will receive the relevant, up-to-date, appropriate training to successfully undertake these tests. The guidance and tips sections advise students on how to approach each part of the examination and allow them to improve the skills required.

Highly focused preparation for the revised 2015 Cambridge English: First (FCE) course in 50-60 core hours. This Student's Book without answers provides B2-level students with thorough preparation and practice needed for exam success. Ten units cover all four exam papers in a step-by-step approach. 'Quick steps' and Writing, Speaking and Listening guides explain what to expect in the exam, and provide strategies on approaching each paper, model answers, useful expressions and further practice. The CD-ROM provides interactive grammar, vocabulary and writing practice. Two complete practice tests are available online for teachers to access. Recordings for the Listening exercises are found on the Class Audio CDs or in the Student's Book Pack, available separately.

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