* The book develops pupils use & understanding of German by providing straightforward explanations of the way language works alongside motivation stepped activities. * Clear learning targets are made explicit to the pupils at the beginning of each unit. * Simple grammar explanations & practice help you to provide an integrated approach to teaching the structure of the language. * Language-learning skills are carefully developed through the activities & supported in the other components. * Explanations & modelling of German pronunciation are accompanied by regular practice activities throughout the book. * Extensions units ensure that the core remains accessible & that all abilities are catered for. * Differentiated reading & writing activities at the back of the book provide a wealth of material that pupils can work on independently. * Mini-tests end-of-module checklists & revision tests provide valuable material for Assessment for Learning. Assessment for Learning is further supported in the other components of the course.