Level A1 - Block 2

In this first level of five, the student will learn the fundamental tools for communicating in English, taking the learner to aquire the A1 level or Basic User level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of reference). Whilst introducing the Present Simple tense of the most common verbs, the correct use of the articles, determiners, frequency adverbs and basic syntax; the block covers functions including: jobs, eating out and telling the time through meaningful, contextual exercises. By the end of the Block, the learner will have encountered the necessary structures to communicate using present tenses on a limited level in situations of immediate relevance, will be able to communicate basic needs and desires as well as make observations and appropriate responses to typical comments. As well as introducing the essential structures and vocabulary necessary to talk about the topic areas mentioned, the learner is encouraged to practice pronunciation from the very beginning. With the help of a native speaker, the vocabulary items and sentences modeled can be listened to and simulated.

Unit 1 - Lesson 1 - Megan's job. Her first day

Aims: To introduce and re-cycle vocabulary and structures through a series of interactive exercises such as word/sentence-picture association, listening comprehension with short, realistic dialogues and student-led listening practice with the vocabulary items, Structures and functions Introduction to telling the time, Determiners: this/ that, these/those Introduction to days of the week.

Unit 1 - Lesson 2 - Megan's job. Her first day

Aims: To study and practice the grammar through a series of interactive exercises on Structures and functions, Telling the time: numbers 0-12, o'clock Determiners: this/ that, these/those There is/ there are Possessives: my, its, his, her, their Possessives: 's Expressing similarity: also/too, Vocabulary, Work vocabulary, Extended presentation of days of the week, Cinema vocabulary, Introduction to ordinal numbers: first, second, third etc. Matching questions and answers Sentence completion: gap-filling.

Unit 1 - Lesson 3 - Megan's job. Her first day

Aims: To consoldiate and review vocabulary, grammar and structures through a series of interactive exercises such as Pronunciation: listen and repeat, listening and writing, choosing the correct word or option, gap-filling, dub the film and recognition of synonymous sentences onTelling the time: numbers 0-12, o'clock, Determiners: this/ that, these/those, There is/ there are: positive, negative, interrogative, Possessives: my, its, his, her, their, Possessives: 's Ordinal numbers: first, second, third etc. Extended practice of days of the week, Times of the day: morning, afternoon, evening, night.

Unit 1 - Lesson 4 - Megan's job. Her first day - Additional exercises

Additional exercises.

Unit 2 - Lesson 5 - Talking about themselves

Aims: To introduce and re-cycle vocabulary and structures through a series of interactive exercises such as word/sentence-picture association, listening comprehension with short, realistic dialogues and student-led listening practice with the vocabulary items, Structures and functions and pronunciation of sentences by listening and repeating them. This lessons deals with prepositions of place and time: at home/the beach, in a meeting, at one o'clock. Vocabulary Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Money.

Unit 2 - Lesson 6 - Talking about themselves

Aims: To introduce and practice the grammar through a series of interactive exercises on Present simple affirmative of daily verbs, Numbers: 13-30 There is also practice of pronunciation by listening and repeating what a native says.

Unit 2 - Lesson 7 - Talking about themselves

Aims: To consolidate and review vocabulary, grammar and structures through a series of interactive exercises such as listening and repeating useful sentences, listening and choosing the correct option, choosing the correct word or option, gap-filling, dubbing the film and recognising synonymous sentences on Present simple affirmative of common verbs, Vocabulary Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Money, Numbers: 13-30.

Unit 2 - Lesson 8 - Talking about themeselves - Additional exercises

Additional exercises.

Unit 3 - Lesson 9 - Day-to-day of a Mayor

Aims: To introduce and re-cycle vocabulary and structures through a series of interactive exercises such as word/sentence-picture association, listening comprehension with short, realistic dialogues and student-led listening practice with the vocabulary items, Structures and functions . This lesson provides an introduction of what will be studied in the next lesson: Frequency expressions: every, usually Present simple affirmative of daily verbs. Prepositions of time: at, until, after, Vocabulary, Daily activities, Irregular plurals: person/people.

Unit 3 - Lesson 10 - Day-to-day of a Mayor

Aims: To present and practice the grammar and some useful phrases through a series of interactive exercises on Frequency adverbs and expressions: every, usually, sometimes, Present simple affirmative of daily verbs. Prepositions of time: at, until, after Articles: a, an, the or (zero article), Let's + infinitive for suggestions, Irregular plurals: person/people, Time: fractions of an hour, etc. Activities may include Pronunciation : listen and repeat, Sentence completion: gap-filling, etc.

Unit 3 - Lesson 11 - Day-to-day of a Mayor

Aims: To consolidate and review vocabulary, grammar and structures through a series of interactive exercises such as listening and writing, pronunciation: listening and repeating, ordering sentences, choosing the correct word or option, reading and writing: error correction, dubbing the film, recognising synonymous sentences, etc. on Frequency expressions: every, usually, sometimes Present simple affirmative of daily verbs. Time prepositions: at, until, after, Articles: a, an, the or (zero article), Let's + infinitive for suggestions Irregular plurals: person/people, Time: fractions of an hour, Activities.

Unit 3 - Lesson 12 - Day-to-day of a Mayor - Additional exercises

Additional exercises.

Unit 4 - Lesson 13 - A table for two, please!

Aims: To introduce and re-cycle vocabulary and structures through a series of interactive exercises such as word/sentence-picture association, listening comprehension with short, realistic dialogues and student-led listening practice with the vocabulary items.

Unit 4 - Lesson 14 - A table for two, please!

Aims: To introduce, present and practice the grammar through a series of interactive exercises which includes selecting the right picture, choosing the right word or option, listening and repeating sentences, filling in the gaps, making interogative or negative sentences from affirmative sentences or the other way round, etc. on Ordering food in a restaurant, Asking about prices: How much?, Present simple negative and interrogative of daily verbs A / some.

Unit 4 - Lesson 15 - A table for two, please!

Aims: To review and consolidate grammar, structures and vocabulary through a series of interactive exercises such as practicing pronunciation, listening and repeating useful phrases, listening and filling in the gaps, selecting the correct word or option, dubbing the film or chosing the synonymous sentence on topics such as Ordering food in a restaurant Asking about prices: How much? Present simple negative and interrogative of daily verbs A / some Vocabulary includes food, numbers 30 to 100, monye, etc.

Unit 4 - Lesson 16 - A table for two, please! - Additional exercises

Additional exercises.

Unit 5 - Lesson 17 - The typical English housewife

Aims: Review the contents of the block through a series of video clips and listening exercises as well as interactive exercises such as fill in the gaps, select the correct option, etc. A comprehensive revision of the topics covered. The student will review: Present simple of daily verbs. Describing daily routine, Adjectives, Nationalities, Jobs, The time, Days of the week.

Unit 5 - Lesson 18 - The typical English housewife

Aims: To Review the contents of the Block through a series of interactive exercises such as reading practice, pronunciation of owrds covered in the block, listening and filling in the gaps, choosing the right option, etc. A comprehensive revision of the topics covered. The student will review: Present simple of daily verbs. Describing daily routine, Some, Adjectives, There is/are: positive, negative and interrogative, Nationalities, Jobs, The time, Days of the week, Numbers 0 -100.

Unit 5 - Lesson 19 - Know about the country and its customs. Just for fun!

Additional exercises.