This vocabulary book contains over 100 pages, covering all the topics in the 13+ French syllabus making it ideal for all Key Stage 3 and Common Entrance pupils. Clearly arranged by topic, the book is divided into basic and advanced vocabulary to stretch the most able pupils.- Endorsed by ISEB- Includes all the vocabulary required for Key Stage 3, Common Entrance and other entrance exams at 13+ to ensure pupils know the French vocabulary required at this level- Material is arranged by topic for ease of learning- The clear and structured format of the book makes it ideal for revision and independent learning outside the classroom

 

 

This book has been graded for interest at 11-14 years.

There are 112 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2006 by Hodder Education .

About the authors Richard Gordon was head of MFL at the Dragon School, Oxford for over a decade, and was an IAPS MFL coordinator, running residential and refresher courses. He then took over as Chief Setter of the French Common Academic Scholarship and 13+ Common Entrance examinations before becoming Head of Town Close House, Norwich. John Ellis worked for many years as a teacher of French and Classics at the Dragon School, Oxford, and is responsible for this latest version of French Vocabulary for Key Stage 3 and Common Entrance. About ISEB The Independent Schools Examinations Board (ISEB) offers examinations for pupils transferring from junior to independent senior schools at the age of 11+ and 13+. The syllabuses are devised and regularly monitored by ISEB, which is composed of representatives from the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference, the Girl's School Association and the Incorporated Association of Preparatory Schools.

This book has the following chapters: CONTENTSIntroduction1. Language of the classroom2. House, home and daily routine3. Life and work at school4. Time, dates and numbers5. Personal description6. Family, friends and pets7. Meeting people 8. Free-time activities9. Holiday activities10. Visiting a cafe or restaurant11. Simple health problems12. Description of a town or region 13. Finding the way and using transport14. Tourist information15. Shopping16. Weather17. Essential additional vocabulary Environment Information technology General18. Examination rubics