Welcome to level 4 of the step-by-step core course! This level is aimed at upper beginners (CEFR level A1+), with more of a focus on reading, writing and grammar – particularly the past simple tense, comparatives and modal verbs. Each lesson is designed for 25-30 minute classes, and comes with lesson previews, workbooks and flashcards. After completing Abridge Academy level 4, students may complete A1 level exams such as the Cambridge YLE Movers exam.
Unit 1: Daily life
This unit introduces the past simple tense (with regular verbs) while talking about past events.
Unit 2: Reminiscing
This unit consolidates the past simple tense and introduces key irregular verbs.
Unit 3: Travel
This unit consolidates the past simple tense and introduces more irregular verbs.
Unit 4: Competitions
This unit focuses on comparatives and superlatives.
Unit 5: Famous athletes
This unit focuses on comparatives and superlatives.
Unit 6: Dressing up
This unit focuses on irregular past simple tense and clothes.
Unit 7: Healthy living
This unit focuses on being healthy and visiting the doctor.
Unit 8: Family at home
This unit focuses on extended family relationships and the home.
Unit 9: Adventures in nature
This unit focuses on outdoor adventures and nature.
Unit 10: Out and about
This unit teaches useful language for going out.