A fully-integrated teaching package with a lively, task-based approach. Key features It provides imaginative, challenging tasks such as listening mazes, codes, and puzzles, which develop both communication skills as well as more general learning strategies. A gently-paced spiral syllabus recycles a limited range of language and ensures confidence and success for all abilities. There is a particular emphasis on developing listening skills, with carefully devised activities to teach children how to listen effectively, how to respond, and how to use the language they've heard to communicate with one another. Entertaining strip cartoons encourage listening and reading for pleasure.