A brand new Second and Third Year English text designed and written for the new Junior Cycle. The text, which is supported by a Student Portfolio, comprehensively covers the new English Specification and the Framework for the Junior Cycle.
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Covers recommended material, with each chapter exploring a variety of texts
Learning outcomes clearly stated at the beginning of each chapter
Key oral, writing and reading tasks, along with explorations of specific grammar and language points
Fifteen genre-specific chapters to cover all of the genres – poetry, short stories and novels, drama, and media – in a three-pronged approach
Specific chapters on Personal Writing, along with a Young Writer’s Toolkit
Strong emphasis on language and how it works
Carefully sequenced activities that will suit all levels and abilities
Tasks for pair and group work
Wrapping up’ tasks at the end of the chapters to consolidate information
Student-friendly with a clear, uncluttered and easy-to-follow layout
Direct links with digital resources to enrich learning experiences, including videos, online grammar activities and quizzes
Extensively reviewed by practising teachers.