Introduction to the Elementary Stage

The Elementary Stage, designed for children aged 6-10, builds upon the foundational literacy and numeracy skills introduced in the Foundation Stage. Spanning Levels 4 to 6, this stage progressively introduces more complex reading, writing, and comprehension tasks, with each level offering activities and structured guidance to support learners in developing a deeper understanding of language and numeracy. Through engaging workbooks and detailed teaching instructions, learners are encouraged to build confidence in their abilities as they prepare for the next stage of their educational journey.

Level 4: Strengthening Literacy and Numeracy (Ages 6-8)

Level 4 marks the start of the Elementary Stage, designed for children aged 6-8. This level consists of 36 workbooks with up to 790 activities, focusing on over 1,820 Skill Steps, more than 340 Related Themes, and over 310 Topic Points. As children engage in more advanced reading, writing, and comprehension tasks, they begin to explore a broader range of sentence structures, vocabulary, and grammar rules, building on their foundational knowledge.

Level 4 Highlights

• Expanding Language Skills: Activities focus on sentence formation, phonics exercises, and problem-solving tasks that encourage critical thinking and creativity.
• Connecting Literacy and Numeracy: Early mathematical reasoning and advanced numerical concepts are introduced, helping learners understand the relationship between language and numeracy.
• Guided Instruction: With 1,120 teaching instructions, educators have step-by-step guidance for delivering effective lessons that ensure children progress steadily through the material.

Level 5: Developing Advanced Literacy Skills (Ages 7-9)

Level 5, continuing the Elementary Stage, is designed for children aged 7-9. This level includes 36 workbooks with up to 780 activities, focusing on over 2,210 Skill Steps, more than 500 Related Themes, and over 320 Topic Points. Building on the skills from Level 4, this level enhances learners’ understanding of grammar, sentence structure, and vocabulary, while also introducing more advanced reading and writing tasks.

Level 5 Highlights

• Strengthening Language Proficiency: Tasks focus on reading comprehension, sentence formation, and phonics practice, helping children develop fluency and confidence in their reading and writing.
• Encouraging Communication Skills: Guided storytelling and discussions allow learners to practise speaking and listening, with activities designed to foster dialogue and answer questions.
• Comprehensive Teaching Support: With 1,260 teaching instructions, educators are provided with clear and structured guidance, supporting learners as they navigate more complex language concepts.

Level 6: Mastering Language and Numeracy (Ages 8-10)

Level 6 concludes the Elementary Stage for children aged 8-10, with 36 workbooks and up to 780 activities focused on over 2,940 Skill Steps, more than 600 Related Themes, and over 280 Topic Points. This level introduces advanced language structures, grammar rules, and more sophisticated reading comprehension and writing tasks, preparing learners for higher levels of literacy and numeracy.

Level 6 Highlights

• Advanced Language Skills: Learners engage with complex sentence structures and vocabulary, enhancing their ability to express ideas clearly and accurately in writing.
• Analytical Reading Practice: Reading exercises focus on understanding and analysing different types of texts, encouraging deeper engagement with advanced material.
• Detailed Teaching Instructions: The 1,080 teaching instructions provide educators with thorough guidance, ensuring that learners build a strong understanding of the material and develop lasting literacy and numeracy skills.

Preparing for the Next Stage

By the end of Level 6, learners will have mastered various grammar rules, enhanced their reading fluency, and developed the ability to write detailed, well-structured sentences. Completing the Elementary Stage prepares children for more advanced educational challenges in the higher stages of learning, equipping them with the essential skills and confidence needed for continued academic success.