Countdown to First Certificate bridges the gap between intermediate level and the First Certificate exam. It introduces learners to graded exam format tasks while giving them a strong foundation in vocabulary and grammar. Written and designed to appeal to teenagers. Key features * 100% new edition with up-to-date texts and visually dynamic magazine look. * Streamlined 12 unit structure to fit the modern syllabus with a greater focus on vocabulary and grammar than before. * Combines a strong focus on grammar. vocabulary-building. and writing with a teen-friendly approach that is highly motivating. * Lots of grammar practice on the Grammar Zoom pages. Language in Use. Writing and in the Workbook. * Wordpower and Vocabulary sections reinforce vocabulary items. * Writing task supported by task analysis. sample answers. notes and useful phrases. * Updated for the new FCE syllabus. * Gradually builds students' confidence in doing exam tasks. * Workbook with Free Student's Audio CD. * Interleaved Teacher's Book for easy lesson planning plus Unit tests and Progress Tests. * Countdown to First Certificate is written by a first-class writing team: Kathy Gude. Michael Duckworth and Jenny Quintana. the authors of many successful exam courses..
