Look and See Pre-A1 Level 1 AB NE by National Geographic Learning is a paired Student Book and Activity Book set created for very beginning English learners. The materials focus on foundational language skills using clear illustrations, simple vocabulary, and structured practice. Designed for Pre-A1 learners, the set covers listening, speaking, reading and writing at an introductory pace and is suitable for classroom settings, early childhood and primary education.
Advantages
The combined Student Book and Activity Book format separates core lessons from reinforcement tasks, helping teachers plan progressive instruction and allowing learners to practice independently. Illustrated content supports vocabulary acquisition and comprehension for young learners, while graded grammar elements and controlled vocabulary reduce cognitive load. The layout and activity types are adapted to short attention spans and provide repeated exposure to language items to aid retention.
Suitable for
- Very beginning English learners at Pre-A1 level
- Early childhood and primary school classroom use
- Small-group lessons and one-to-one tutoring
- Supplementary home practice and guided self-study
Key specifications
- Format: paired Student Book and Activity Book
- Language level: Pre-A1 (beginner introductory level)
- Focus areas: listening, speaking, reading, writing
- Content style: illustrated lessons with simple vocabulary and basic grammar
- Age group: early childhood and primary-age learners
How to use
Use the Student Book for teacher-led presentation of new vocabulary and structures, following the illustrated lessons and guided practice. Assign corresponding pages from the Activity Book for in-class reinforcement or homework to consolidate learning. Begin each lesson with listening or speaking warm-ups, proceed to reading and controlled written exercises, then review key vocabulary. Adapt pacing to learners’ attention spans and repeat core items across sessions to ensure retention.
Usage recommendations
Pair visual prompts with gestures and realia for stronger comprehension, and combine short, varied activities to maintain engagement. For classroom use, integrate pair or group speaking tasks from the Activity Book and schedule brief review sessions to recycle vocabulary.
