Vocabulary

by Louis Fidge and Sarah Lindsey

Published 20 January 2002

Collins Primary Focus: Vocabulary is aimed at ages 6-11. It helps to boost word knowledge, encourage a love of the English language and enable the effective use of a wide and rich vocabulary across the curriculum. The Pupil Books contain lots of stimulating activities that help to build fluency in reading and enrich children’s writing.

• A step-by-step approach for progressing vocabulary skills through fun, practical activities
• Helps to boost word knowledge and improve written accuracy
• Use in conjunction with Collins Primary Focus: Spelling to build a sophisticated and accurate word knowledge


Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Introductory Teacher's Guide aligns each unit to learning objectives and assessment focuses. The teaching notes follow a four-stage method: revisit-explain-use, teach-model-define, practice-explore-investigate, apply-assess-reflect. Diction exercises and support and extension activity sheets are also provided.

• Comprehensive teaching notes and activity sheets provided for every unit

• Matching charts for UK and International curricula

• Photocopiable class and individual record sheets to assist with assessment

• Explains and presents differentiation opportunities


Collins Primary Focus: Grammar and Punctuation Introductory Teacher's Guide contains teaching notes for every unit: learning objectives, matched to APP, definitions, background information, shared, guided and independent writing activities, group and pair work ideas, speaking and listening activities, support and extension worksheets.

• Introduces the teaching of grammar and punctuation skills in the context of broader literacy lessons

• Matching charts for the UK and International curricula

• Photocopiable class and individual record sheets to assist with assessment

• Explains and presents differentiation opportunities


Collins Primary Focus: Grammar and Punctuation Introductory Teacher's Guide contains teaching notes for every unit: learning objectives, matched to APP, definitions, background information, shared, guided and independent writing activities, group and pair work ideas, speaking and listening activities, support and extension worksheets.

• Introduces the teaching of grammar and punctuation skills in the context of broader literacy lessons

• Matching charts for the UK and International curricula

• Photocopiable class and individual record sheets to assist with assessment

• Explains and presents differentiation opportunities


Grammar and Punctuation

by Louis Fidge

Published 20 January 2002

Collins Primary Focus: Grammar and Punctuation Pupil Book 4 is aimed at ages 10+. Presented in a clear and colourful format, each grammar concept is supported by visual cues. Follow-up activities allow children to develop grammar and punctuation skills at different levels. Progress units provide opportunities for assessment and consolidation.

  • Concepts reappear in each level to build confidence, reinforce learning and add complexity
  • Demonstrates clear links between grammar and punctuation
  • Supports all ability levels with a progression through solid practice of the core concept to using grammar and punctuation in the context of more extended writing
  • Engages all children with an updated design and a range of exciting, new artwork

Spelling Practice Book A

by Sarah Lindsay and Fidge

Published 20 January 2002

Collins Primary Focus: Spelling provides a practical, step-by-step approach to teaching spelling. High-frequency words are used and learning is supported by examples and differentiated practice activities. The new editions are accompanied by comprehensive teacher support material at each level.

Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Practice Book A is aimed at ages 5+. It supports children to recognise the link between letters and sounds. This write-in workbook is ideal for practice at home or in the classroom.


Spelling Practice Book B

by Sarah Lindsay and Fidge

Published 20 January 2002

Collins Primary Focus: Spelling provides a practical, step-by-step approach to teaching spelling. High-frequency words are used and learning is supported by examples and differentiated practice activities. The new editions are accompanied by comprehensive teacher support material at each level.

Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Practice Book B is aimed at ages 5+. It supports children to recognise the link between letters and sounds and to think about the structure of simple words. This write-in workbook is ideal for practice at home or in the classroom.


Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Introductory Teacher's Guide aligns each unit to learning objectives and assessment focuses. The teaching notes follow a four-stage method: revisit-explain-use, teach-model-define, practice-explore-investigate, apply-assess-reflect. Diction exercises and support and extension activity sheets are also provided.

• Comprehensive teaching notes and activity sheets provided for every unit

• Matching charts for UK and International curricula

• Photocopiable class and individual record sheets to assist with assessment

• Explains and presents differentiation opportunities


Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Introductory Teacher's Guide aligns each unit to learning objectives and assessment focuses. The teaching notes follow a four-stage method: revisit-explain-use, teach-model-define, practice-explore-investigate, apply-assess-reflect. Diction exercises and support and extension activity sheets are also provided.

• Comprehensive teaching notes and activity sheets provided for every unit

• Matching charts for UK and International curricula

• Photocopiable class and individual record sheets to assist with assessment

• Explains and presents differentiation opportunities


Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Introductory Teacher's Guide aligns each unit to learning objectives and assessment focuses. The teaching notes follow a four-stage method: revisit-explain-use, teach-model-define, practice-explore-investigate, apply-assess-reflect. Diction exercises and support and extension activity sheets are also provided.

• Comprehensive teaching notes and activity sheets provided for every unit

• Matching charts for UK and International curricula

• Photocopiable class and individual record sheets to assist with assessment

• Explains and presents differentiation opportunities


Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Introductory Teacher's Guide aligns each unit to learning objectives and assessment focuses. The teaching notes follow a four-stage method: revisit-explain-use, teach-model-define, practice-explore-investigate, apply-assess-reflect. Diction exercises and support and extension activity sheets are also provided.

• Comprehensive teaching notes and activity sheets provided for every unit

• Matching charts for UK and International curricula

• Photocopiable class and individual record sheets to assist with assessment

• Explains and presents differentiation opportunities


Spelling Practice Book 1B

by Sarah Lindsay and Fidge

Published 18 March 2013

Collins Primary Focus: Spelling provides a practical, step-by-step approach to teaching spelling. High-frequency words are used and learning is supported by examples and differentiated practice activities. The new editions are accompanied by comprehensive teacher support material at each level.

Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Practice Book 1B is aimed at ages 6+. It supports children to recognise the link between letters and sounds, think about the structure of simple words and develop an understanding of common word patterns. This write-in workbook is ideal for practice at home or in the classroom.


Collins Primary Focus: Spelling provides a practical, step-by-step approach to teaching spelling. High-frequency words are used and learning is supported by examples and differentiated practice activities. The new editions are accompanied by comprehensive teacher support material at each level.

Collins Primary Focus: Spelling Practice Book 1A is aimed at ages 6+. It supports children to recognise the link between letters and sounds, think about the structure of simple words and develop an understanding of common word patterns. This write-in workbook is ideal for practice at home or in the classroom.