English for Starters 2

English for Starters 2 has been developed for Primary 2 children and teachers in Syria, taking into account all the latest changes in language teaching methodology over the past few years. English for Starters 2 aims to teach pupils to communicate effectively using simple English, and to set the groundwork for successful future language learning. It aims to stimulate the child’s own interest in learning English and to develop confidence through a range of activities which promote an active use of the language. Pupils learn to speak a foreign language most effectively when they are encouraged to use the language for themselves. This course enables them to do that, as pupils apply their newly acquired language through their active participation in games and other enjoyable activities.
The syllabus is carefully graded, presenting language items through the media of listening and reading exercises, games, songs and other activities. The focus in English for Starters 2 is on all four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. In English for Starters 1, the focus was on listening and speaking, and although pupils were introduced to lower case letters, they were not expected to read or write words.
English for Starters 2 introduces the upper case letters and pupils are given practice in letter formation of both lower and upper case letters. They are also taught to begin to read and write. Activities throughout the book contain much in-built recycling, and there is regular revision of all the vocabulary and structures. The topics have been chosen because they are relevant to pupils of this age.