Publisher's Synopsis
The ‘Anthem Junior English Preparatory Book' is specially tailored to introduce pupils aged 6-7/in Year 2 to the joys of English. This textbook lays the foundations of spelling, punctuation and grammar while engaging pupils with reading passages that will both excite and challenge, and which are supported by systematic exercises that encourage comprehension and understanding. All areas of language learning and literacy are covered, including reading, speaking, grammar, spelling, punctuation, comprehension and writing. Comprehension passages are carefully selected from a wide range of authors, idioms, genres and times, to expose pupils to the breadth, variety and beauty of the English language and its literature. Creative writing exercises to stretch the imagination and activities for speaking and listening are also included – providing a full and complete approach to English.
This textbook is accompanied by the ‘Anthem Junior English Preparatory Book Answer Book', which provides a complete set of answers to all the exercises and questions in the ‘Anthem Junior English Preparatory Book'. This teacher's companion text is an indispensable classroom resource, providing suggestions and recommendations for a coherent educational approach as well as additional exercises and activities.
Both rigorous and accessible, the ‘Anthem Junior English Preparatory Book' has been tailored to give pupils a confident grasp and command of the language, and to foster in them a love of English.
