A two-level beginners' course for young children that integrates the teaching of phonics, reading, writing, and numeracy.

Very regular unit cycle Systematic and fun phonics instruction Regular reviews Values taught through stories in a family setting Plenty of pen to paper practice Lots of engaging resources - a unique alphabet poster, story posters and iTools Student's Audio CD with songs, chants, and stories

A fun two-level course for very young learners that develops vocabulary practises phonics and teaches family values. First Friends 2nd Edition has all the popular features of the first edition that teachers love: an easy-to-follow structure, successful methodology, cultural suitability and rich resources. Plus it now has an expanded vocabulary syllabus, values lessons in every unit, practical cross-curricular lessons that link in with other subjects and engaging activities to improvecritical thinking skills. Use with Little Friends for a three-level pre-primary course or to underpin Family and Friends 2nd Edition to make a nine-level course.

Photocopiable material: · Rewards, Assessment checklist, Phonics practice, Alphabet practice, Progress check - vocabulary, and Progress check - numbers Clear and easy-to-use notes on how to use EACH element of the course Gives notes for up to eight teaching hours per week Step-by-step notes on general teaching procedures 1. Establishing a routine 2. Introducing language 3. Teaching phonics activities 4. Teaching critical thinking skills 5. Using stories 6. Teaching songs and chants 7. Doing arts and crafts 8. Using the children's own language 9. Assessment Each lesson is covered by one page in the teacher's book Easy at-a-glance notes with summary of objectives, language and materials required Transcript of song lyrics One EXTRA optional activity per lesson Material easily adaptable to fit teaching hours offered There are ten units in the Student Book, each with six lessons. There is one lesson per page: Building vocabulary Understanding structure Listening to a story and understanding the sequence of English Developing values and civic education through everyday English Explore - reading texts with a cross-curricular theme Practising the Roman alphabet and phonics lessons (2-3 sounds)

First Friends (American English) has a strong and clear structure that makes it easy for teachers to teach and learners to learn in a fun, friendly and familiar way. With the help of mascots, games, songs and stories young learners will soon be confident in their use of everyday English and grasp of the Roman alphabet. This flexible package offers DVD, iTools, picture cards and the choice of combined student and workbook packs and teacher's books in languages other than English, soyou can use what suits you and your students best.

A two-level beginners' course for young children that integrates the teaching of phonics, reading, writing, and numeracy.