A four level course with a strong emphasis on grammar, reading, and vocabulary. Key features: A strong focus on reading, with two extensive reading texts in every unit. Building and extending vocabulary using activities that focus on meaning, usage and word building. Photocopiable vocabulary extension worksheets in the Teacher's Guide introduce more vocabulary. Understanding how grammar works, introducing grammar in reading texts and providing a full range of practice activities.

Regular revision and testing with end of unit Quick Check tests, revision units, end of term tests, and an end of year test. Developing writing skills, with guidance on writing descriptions, emails, stories, interviews, and reports. Quick Tip boxes advise on study skills, how to tackle a task or question type, and organizing written work. Practising listening, speaking, and pronunciation skills with activities on listening for meaning and intonation.

Unit 1 Lifestyles
Unit 2 Sport
Unit 3 Architecture
Unit 4 Hopes and dreams
Unit 5 Digital technology
Unit 6 Habits and homes
Unit 7 The world of work
Unit 8 Out of this world
Unit 9 Adverts and inventions