Grades 4 7 Catalogue

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1 Grades 4 7 Catalogue

2 Introduction Welcome to the Pearson South Africa Grades 4 7 catalogue. This is the first time that we ve combined the very best learning and teaching resources from Maskew Miller Longman and Heinemann Publishers together with Pearson Education into one catalogue. Our Grades 4 7 portfolio brings you the best school resources, including the widest range of -approved titles and the very best supplementary resources from South Africa and overseas. We aim to help your learners make progress through this important learning phase where thinking skills and application of knowledge become the focus of attention. Pearson is the world s leading learning company. Our education business combines 150 years of experience in publishing with the latest learning technology and online support. We help people learn whatever, wherever and however they choose. To learn more about Pearson South Africa please turn to pages 2 and 3. Continuing a strong tradition of excellence in teacher training established by Maskew Miller Longman and Heinemann, Pearson South Africa continues to run regular teacher-training workshops across the country. These workshops are run by our dedicated and passionate team of trainers, many of whom are former teachers. If you require more information on our workshops please contact your local Pearson office. We wish you all the best for the year ahead. The Pearson Team Key to symbols Titles that are approved by the Department of Education. NEW A new title that has not been featured before. Resources with audio components. This title is also available in ebook format. Features one or more digital resources, e.g. CD, DVD, Interactive Whiteboard, Online Support. Cover photograph: Shot on location at Cannons Creek Independent School

3 Contents PEARSON SOUTH AFRICA 2 GRADES 4 6 CORE COURSES 4 Platinum English First Additional Language 5 Platinum Home Language 6 Platinum Mathematics 7 Platinum Natural Sciences and Technology 8 Platinum Social Sciences 9 Platinum Life Skills 10 Day-by-Day Natural Sciences and Technology 13 Day-by-Day Social Sciences 14 Day-by-Day Life Skills 14 Spot On Natural Sciences and Technology 17 Spot On Life Skills 18 Afrikaans sonder grense 20 Sinothile - isizulu Home Language 21 GRADES 4 6 READERS 22 Spot On Technology 44 Spot On Life Orientation 45 Spot On Creative Arts 45 Afrikaans sonder grense 46 KwaXhosa Zibenza Zibutya 47 GRADE 7 NOVELS 48 Maskew Miller Longman Novels 48 Senior African Writers Series 48 GRADES 4 7 READERS, PHONICS 50 AND NOVELS Stars of Africa 50 New Day-by-Day Phonics 50 Junior African Writers Series 51 Rimpelstories 51 Penguin Readers 52 Maskew Miller Longman Novels 53 GRADE 7 CORE COURSES 24 Platinum English First Additional Language 25 Platinum Home Language 26 Platinum Mathematics 27 Platinum Natural Sciences 28 Platinum Social Sciences 29 Platinum Technology 30 Platinum Creative Arts 31 English Today 33 Mathematics Today 34 Social Sciences Today 35 Economic and Management Sciences Today 36 Technology Today 37 Life Orientation Today 38 Creative Arts Today 38 Spot On English First Additional Language 41 Kollig Op Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal 41 Spot On Mathematics 42 Spot On Natural Sciences 43 Spot On Social Sciences 43 Spot On Economic and Management Sciences 44 DICTIONARIES 54 GRADE 4 7 SUPPLEMENTARY 56 RESOURCES Smart-Kids Language 56 Reading Journal 57 Writing Journal Stars English Workbooks 57 Junior African Writers Series Life Skills resources 58 Red Ribbon Life Skills Resources 58 Bug Club 59 The Rapid Family 59 Smart-Kids Mathematics 60 Classroom Mathematics 61 10Ticks 61 Instamaths 62 Mental Maths 62 Atlases 63 The Teacher s Choice 64 Alternatives to Violence 64

4 Pearson South Africa Maskew Miller Longman and Heinemann are a part of Pearson the world s leading learning company. Pearson provides education in the broadest sense of the word. Through our Maskew Miller Longman and Heinemann imprints, we create content in all eleven national languages for learners from pre-school to Grade 12. We are partners in service to the Department of Education, teachers, learners and parents. We are proud of our South African roots, which can be traced back over 120 years through Maskew Miller Longman. As part of Pearson, we are able to combine extensive local knowledge with global expertise, to offer solutions that are at the forefront of education in South Africa. Central to it all is our focus on excellent content that meets the needs of our customers and is aimed at improving learner outcomes. We believe in learning all kinds of learning for all kinds of people, delivered in a personal style. Because wherever learning flourishes, so do people. Education helps people progress throughout their lives and, at Pearson, we take learning personally. As South Africa s leading learning company we continue to create the best-selling content for South African schools. We offer the largest range of -approved titles in the country, available in print and digital format. We are proud that, every day, all over South Africa, our products and services help learning flourish, because wherever learning flourishes, so do people. 2

5 Our BEE partners We are fortunate to have found BEE partners who share our passion and commitment to education broad-based partners who have worked in education development in some of our poorest communities and who are able to actively engage and participate in our Schools business. We selected women partners, based on the great role that women have played and continue to play in African development, often in the face of great disadvantage. Peotona Publishing Investments (Pty) Ltd Cheryl Carolus Dolly Mokgatle Wendy Lucas-Bull Thandi Orleyn This powerful group of women is making a major impact in South Africa by using mainstream business opportunities to leverage sustainable opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged communities. Peotona is excited to be part of an enterprise whose key focus is on improving knowledge and education in South Africa. The relationship with Pearson aligns this imperative with our passion for delivering meaningful interventions for change. Pearson Marang Education Trust Through research, engagement and development at the coalface of education, the school and the classroom, the Pearson Marang Education Trust has focused on best practice as an approach to improving the quality of teaching, learning and school management. The Trust brings deep knowledge of school improvement and performance into this dynamic partnership. Business Venture Investments (Pty) Ltd With its sole focus on investing in improvement in education in South Africa, Business Venture Investments draws on a wealth of experience in the field of community work effectively complementing the contributions of Peotona and the Marang Education Trust. 3

6 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Simply Superior! Superior coverage written for the new curriculum by expert authors. Superior illustrations and activities to improve results and motivate learners. Superior teacher support to save time and make teaching easy, including Extension and Remediation Worksheet Books FREE with the Teacher s Guides. Superior quality = SUCCESS! 4 Teacher s Guides include a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book

7 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Platinum English First Additional Language Each term works through themes, covering the required content and skills in two-week cycles. Themes open with a clear list of exactly what is covered for each skill. Unique features like the Language Toolbox reinforce processes and provide an easy reference to important language information. Sample exam papers are included to help learners prepare for the exams. Word lists build vocabulary and understanding Good quality, full-colour artwork adds to learner understanding and enjoyment Tasks are broken down into clear steps All the Formal Assessment Tasks for the year are included Platinum English First Additional Language Grade 4 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Readers Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Audio CD and Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book 5

8 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Platinum Home Language Each theme features helpful word lists, summary activities and a spelling list to provide added support for learners. Extension and Remediation worksheets have been provided to assist learners with different abilities. There are plenty of opportunities for informal and formal assessment in the Learner s Book with answers and guidance on how to assess learners in the Teacher s Guide. Home language courses available in Afrikaans, English, isindebele, isixhosa, Sepedi and Xitsonga. Woordeskatblokkies brei leerders se woordeskat uit Nuttige en praktiese voorbeelde Platinum Afrikaans Huistaal Graad 5 Leerderboek Components: Learner s Books Readers Teacher s Guide Includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book Teacher s Guides for English and Afrikaans also include a FREE Audio CD 6

9 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Platinum Mathematics Each term covers the required content within each of the five main content areas. A variety of exercises, Did you know? feature boxes, challenges and games are included to get learners excited about Maths. Colourful photographs and artwork assist learners in understanding the concepts and content. The Teacher s Guide includes a Mental Mathematics section with exercises for each day of the school year. Use the Extension and Remediation Worksheets to provide learners with a challenge or to revise and consolidate the basic concepts. Available in Afrikaans. All the concepts the learner will know are summarised in this box Descriptive colourful headings tell the learner about the whole chapter Difficult words have been explained Vibrant colour and explanatory illustrations Colourful diagrams to support the learner with activities Platinum Mathematics Grade 6 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book Platinum Mathematics, the only Maths course that has been approved for all grades! 7

10 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Platinum Natural Sciences and Technology NEW Topics are broken down into units so that the content and concepts are presented to the learner in manageable chunks. Skills focus pages introduce learners to a new skill or revise a prior skill. A Key Concepts box at the end of each unit highlights the fundamental learning in the unit. A revision section, consisting of a summary activity, language activity and revision activity, helps learners revise the whole topic. Formal assessment activities, with assessment tools and teaching guidelines are provided for full coverage of the programme of assessment. Available in Afrikaans. Skills focus features introduce and explain vital science skills Key word boxes that explain new terms in each unit Practical tasks provide opportunity to apply and practice new skills Full colour artwork and photographs aid learners in learning Skills focus activities to practice new skills Clear step-by-step instructions with photographs make learning easy Platinum Natural Sciences and Technology Grade 4 Learner s Book Components: 8 Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book

11 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Platinum Social Sciences Themes are carefully planned to cover the key Geography and History concepts. A variety of activities are included to both consolidate the content covered and test knowledge gained and skills learnt. Full-colour illustrations, photographs and maps expand and enhance learning. Target worksheets are provided to assist learners with different abilities. The Resources section in the Teacher s Guide informs you when you need to use resources like maps, graphs and data to complete a lesson. Available in Afrikaans. Each topic (term) has a different colour allowing teachers and learners to see at a glance where Geography and History are covered Each topic opens with an introduction and exploratory activity Platinum Social Sciences Grade 5 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book 9

12 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Platinum Life Skills Each term is divided into chapters which cover all three Life Skills study areas. Term openers introduce learners to key concepts to be dealt with in each term. Extension, support activities and suggestions are provided for teachers and learners. The Read for Enjoyment pages provide learners with reading material for the required weekly reading activity. An Audio CD within the Teacher s Guide provides support for teaching the Performing Arts study area. Available in Afrikaans. Study areas are clearly marked for ease-of-use Labelled step-by-step images show learners exactly what to do Use of full colour brings the subject to life Safety boxes ensure that learners are doing activities with care Did you know? boxes extend the learners knowledge and thinking Platinum Life Skills Grade 4 Learner s Book and Platinum Life Skills Grade 6 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Audio CD 10

13 The Platinum books provide lots of evidence and good stories that always match the topic of the week. Beautiful pictures draw the learners attention. Learners find Platinum easy-to-use and don t need to search for more information from other books. Teacher: Mrs Ramokone, Setjhaba-Se-Maketse Combined School, Free State Why teachers love... Platinum

14 Grades 4 6 Core Courses The trusted Day-by-Day series: is integrated and fully aligned to has been tried, tested and proven to work independent research shows that using the series improves learners performance provides easy daily planning and assessment for teachers Teacher s Guide includes a FREE book of photocopiable worksheets! 12 You are still in good hands with Day-by-Day!

15 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Day-by-Day Natural Sciences and Technology NEW The course goes through the curriculum content term by term to ensure careful progression of learning. Information is presented in simple, straightforward language making concepts easier to understand. The various revision exercises, language activities and class tests provide plenty of opportunities to revise and consolidate work learnt. The New Skills feature gives support on the teaching of Science skills. Key word boxes explain new terms in each unit Full colour illustrations with annotations to aid understanding of concepts Day-by-Day Natural Sciences and Technology Grade 5 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Photocopiable Worksheet Book 13

16 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Day-by-Day Social Sciences A variety of activities and content for learners with different learning styles and abilities. Colourful images and maps help learners understand key concepts in Geography and History. Comprehensive assessment is built in throughout the term and in the Learner s Book, just where you need it. Language activities at the end of each term ensure that language is never a barrier to learning Day-by-Day Social Sciences Grade 5 Learner s Book Mark allocations prepare learners for tests and examinations Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Photocopiable Worksheet Book Day-by-Day Life Skills Tried, tested and proven to work in the classroom. Opportunities for group, pair and individual work support learners with different abilities. The Audio CD in the Teacher s Guide provides resources for teaching the Performing Arts. Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Photocopiable Worksheet Book and Audio CD 14

17 Day-by-Day is more detailed, easier to use and the level of language is on the same level of the learners. Learners like the activities and colourful illustrations. It is a good series that has made my life as a teacher much easier. Teacher: Mrs Mokoena Cosmo City Primary School, Gauteng Why teachers love... Day-by-Day

18 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Spot On is spot on! Spot On Intermediate Phase has been developed by teachers, for teachers. Spot On improves results and makes learning enjoyable. Spot On makes teaching a pleasure and is easy to use. The Teacher s Guides offer full support, and aid both weekly and daily planning. Teacher s Guides include 16 FREE full-colour posters. 16

19 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Spot On Natural Sciences and Technology NEW Learner s Books have been written according to. Notes and Fun facts provide additional information relating to the content. Short revision questions at the end of every module can be used for regular informal assessment purposes. Easy-to-use term plans in the Teacher s Guide will help you to plan your teaching time, assessment and resources. Available in Afrikaans. Step-by-step Formal Assessment Tasks as per the curriculum Key word boxes explain new terms Information in manageable chunks for Intermediate Phase learners Safety features teach learners to work safely Natural Sciences and Technology in South Africa fact boxes to take the content beyond the classroom Spot On Natural Sciences and Technology Grade 6 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes 16 FREE full-colour posters 17

20 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Spot On Life Skills All the content in Spot On Life Skills is broken up according to the guidelines. Weekly Reading with understanding texts are provided each week. Key word boxes in the Learner s Book explain unfamiliar words or terms. Available in Afrikaans. Safety boxes throughout the books highlight potential dangers, particularly for topics/activities that carry risks and require learners to behave responsibly Reading for enjoyment passages throughout the book are clearly marked and numbered Notes and Extension boxes offer the learner more information about a particular topic, and encourage learners to take responsibility for their learning outside of the classroom or textbook. Passages are short, interesting and applicable to the content in that particular section Spot On Life Skills Grade 4 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Teacher s Guide includes 16 FREE full-colour posters 18

21 I use Spot On because it is a user-friendly series with many practical exercises. I use the exercises as practice tests and this has improved my learners pass rates. As a Natural Sciences teacher, without a school laboratory, it is important for me to have a book with pictures of experiments. Teacher: Ms Mabhentsela, Eastern Cape Why teachers love... Spot On

22 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Afrikaans sonder grense Afrikaans sonder grense is n volledige taalreeks vir Afrikaans as Eerste Addisionele Taal. Elke lesreeks het n duidelike fokus op die vaardighede wat in die KABV uiteengesit is. Daar word baie hulp aan die leerders verskaf in die vorm van woordeskatlyste, inligting oor tekste, inligtingsblokkies oor taalreëls en formele assesseringstake. n Oudio-CD met opnames van stories, gedigte en liedjies tydens die luisteraktiwiteite is in die onderwysersgids ingesluit. Oefen kern praat-, luister en skryfvaardighede Propvol hersiening en begripsoefeninge Afrikaans sonder grense Graad 4 Leerderboek Komponente: n Leerderboek n Leesboek met n verskeidenheid tekste n Onderwysersgids met oudio-cd en werkboeke vir remediëring en verryking 20

23 Grades 4 6 Core Courses Sinothile isizulu Home Language An exciting and informative isizulu Home Language course. A carefully structured course that ensures careful progression. The Learner s Book features a wide range of interesting and relevant text types. Uses reading texts as models for writing tasks. This isizulu Home Language course will help learners master the language skills they need to read and write isizulu with confidence. Fun and engaging grammar activities Assessment tasks which are identified and numbered Sinothile Grade 6 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Books Reader Teacher s Guide 21

24 Grades 4 6 Readers Lees is Maklik Ukufunda Kulula Go Buisa Go Bonolo Go Bala Go Bonolo Colourful, graded readers for Home Language learners. Consists of a collection of fiction and non-fiction stories. Includes activities which help learners understand and remember the key ideas in the text. Word lists with simple definitions improve and reinforce vocabulary. Available in Afrikaans, isixhosa, Sepedi and Setswana. Photographs and illustrations assist with visual comprehension of the text Activities are provided at the back of each reader Lees is Maklik Graad 4: Natuurpatrone 22

25 Bug Club The whole-school reading programme for 21st century children Teach... all the children in your class with Bug Club s unbeatable teacher resources. Inspire... a love of reading with exciting books and diversity of characters and genres. Consolidate... their learning using a wide range of games, worksheets and ebook quizzes. Assess... learners progress through a range of assessment tools.

26 Grade 7 Core Courses Simply Superior! Superior coverage written for the new curriculum by expert authors. Superior illustrations and activities to improve results and motivate learners. Superior teacher support to save time and make teaching easy, including Extension and Remediation Worksheet Books FREE with the Teacher s Guides. Superior quality = SUCCESS! Teacher s Guides include a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book 24

27 Grade 7 Core Courses Platinum English First Additional Language NEW Each chapter contains work for a complete two-week cycle, as set out in the Teaching plans. Includes a range of poetry, drama and story extracts, with notes and activities, to support the study of the prescribed literature. The Learner s Book features unique support resources, like the Language toolbox, which is an easy reference for common grammatical and spelling patterns. All the Formal Assessment Tasks for Grade 7 have been covered. The Teacher s Guide contains teaching and assessment guidelines for each activity in the Learner s Book, including answers for every activity. Language instruction that is easy to understand Sample texts model good writing Platinum English First Additional Language Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Core Reader Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book 25

28 Grade 7 Core Courses Platinum Home Language NEW Learner s Book is divided into chapters which introduce learners to the key concepts that will be dealt with. A variety of texts including folklore, short stories, poems and drama are included to illustrate different language usage and to extend the learners reading experience. Strong emphasis is placed on reading and writing development skills. Activities and revision exercises enable learners to consolidate knowledge and test their language skills. Important text forms include annotated labels to help the learner to differentiate the different text forms and value the construction of each form. List of words and glossary will build learner vocabulary and help learners prepare for exams. Available in Afrikaans, isindebele, isixhosa, Sepedi, Setswana, siswati, Tshivenda and Xitsonga. Language Toolbox for explanation of grammatical terms Glossaries and Word Lists aid learners, understanding of new terms Platinum Masikhanyise Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: 26 Learner s Book Core Reader Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book

29 Grade 7 Core Courses Platinum Mathematics NEW Each term is divided into topics, covering the required content in each of the five Mathematics content areas. Regular revision exercises, set out in the form of tests, occur after every topic in the Learner s Book to consolidate learning. Colourful photographs and illustrations enhance the text and assist learners who learn better visually. The Did you know? feature is used to convey the historical facts of some great Mathematicians such as Pythagoras, Pascal and Plato. Available in Afrikaans. The Useful resources section makes learning and teaching simpler Useful resources that clarify ideas learned in the book. SI units clarified for both the learner and educator Attractively coloured diagrams for visual understanding Platinum Mathematics Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book Platinum Mathematics, the only Maths course that has been approved for all grades. 27

30 Grade 7 Core Courses Platinum Natural Sciences NEW Comprehensive curriculum coverage with additional support on how to cover each section of content with your class. Work for the year is planned across terms and weeks, matching the required sequence. Skills Focus pages in the Learner s Book support the development of all critical science skills. Colourful illustrations and photographs enhance learner s understanding of concepts and content. Practice tests have been provided for Terms 1 3 as further revision for the end-ofyear exam. Key word boxes explain new terms in each unit Skills focus features introduce and explain vital science skills Clear activities to facilitate learning Full-colour artwork and photographs to enhance learning Skills focus activities to practice new skills Platinum Natural Sciences Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book 28

31 Grade 7 Core Courses Platinum Social Sciences NEW Themes are carefully planned to cover the key geographical and history concepts. A variety of activities within each unit assists learners to consolidate the content covered. Language support, to help learners prepare for the exams, is built in throughout the course by providing clear definitions of new words in key word boxes and a comprehensive glossary. The resources section in the Teacher s Guide refers you to resources like maps, graphs and data you may need to complete the lesson. Revision is supplied at the end of each Topic in Geography and History to help learners to consolidate and revise their skills and knowledge Learners are introduced to source-based learning in History, which encourages critical thinking and prepares them for high school Mark allocations are provided to fully prepare learners for tests and examinations in a way that is stress-free The Assessment Aims and Skills are supplied for every activity for Geography and History, to ensure that the teacher and learner can measure progress accurately and meaningfully Platinum Social Sciences Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book 29

32 Grade 7 Core Courses Platinum Technology NEW Each chapter starts with an introduction, which serves as a revision exercise or as an indication of what will be covered in the chapter. Key word boxes provide clear definitions of new words providing the necessary language support for learners. The Skills Focus, Action Research and Practical Investigation features help learners to acquire new skills and also consolidate some that were learnt in earlier grades. All the formal and informal assessment activities, as required by the for Technology, are covered in the Learner s Book. The Teacher s Guide provides answers for all activities and where relevant, the mark allocation is shown. Enabling tasks provide opportunity for practical application Key word boxes explain new terms Information in manageable chunks Step-by-step instructions keep it simple Full colour artwork aids learning and provides real life examples Platinum Technology Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: 30 Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book

33 Grade 7 Core Courses Platinum Creative Arts NEW All content as stipulated in the programme for Dance, Drama, Visual Art and Music has been covered within this Creative Arts course. A key focus is on developing art form vocabulary through repeated use of key words and key concepts during the practical activities. Key concept boxes in the Learner s Book give the learner a quick overview of the important concepts dealt with, and these are ideal for revision. Art form specific resources, like the Exercise Bank (Dance), music scores and photocopiable music literacy worksheets are provided in the Teacher s Guide A separate Programme of Assessment section including rubrics, marking schedules, tests, exams and memos provide much-needed teacher support for this subject. Clear instructions illustrated by real learners to assist learners to see that the content is applicable beyond-the-page Key words ensure that there is no language barrier to learning; important terminology is explained in context Clean and fresh page design to keep learners attention where it should be: on the content Key concept boxes delve deeper into important and relevant concepts by carefully explaining these concepts and encouraging critical thinking Platinum Creative Arts Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE Extension and Remediation Worksheet Book 31

34 Grade 7 Core Courses NEW Trust TODAY to be up-to-date and fresh for the classroom Opportunities for revision, exam practice and assessment throughout Develops language skills alongside subject knowledge All content is fully -compliant Your easy-to-use complete classroom solution! TODAY, for successful teaching tomorrow. Teacher s Guides include a FREE Photocopiable Worksheet Book 32

35 Grade 7 Core Courses English TODAY NEW Learner s Book is easy to use as content is presented in a step-by-step format, using clear and simple language to enhance conceptual understanding of English First Additional Language. Activities allow learners to test skills and use existing knowledge, challenging them to think critically about their learning within a localised and global framework. Learner s Book provides additional learner support through skill support boxes, vocabulary lists and annotated models for writing. Information and Literature texts from both South Africa and abroad will encourage learners to read and think. Grammar and language skills are taught in context to enable learners to develop a meaningful understanding of the English studies. The Teacher s Guide features a comprehensive literature teaching notes section that focuses on the five most frequently studied literature genres in this phase. Sample texts model good writing Language instruction that is easy to understand English TODAY Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Core Reader Teacher s Guide includes a FREE book of photocopiable worksheets 33

36 Grade 7 Core Courses Mathematics TODAY NEW Learner s Book is easy to use as content is presented in a step-by-step format, using clear and simple language to enhance conceptual understanding. Plenty of opportunities for learners to test knowledge and apply skills in the topic revision tests and assessment features. Regularly uses visual representations of mathematical concepts including equations as balances, flow diagrams and function machines to consolidate understanding of key Maths concepts. The Teacher s Guide includes remedial support, extension, review suggestions and exercises at the end of each topic. Explanatory introduction Examples have been worked to make the work more understandable Mathematics TODAY Grade 7 Learner s Book Exercises that are challenging and encourage creative thinking Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE book of photocopiable worksheets 34

37 Grade 7 Core Courses Social Sciences TODAY NEW Developed and tested in classrooms to deliver all the support required for successful teaching and learning. Learner s Book contains ample activities to enable learners to apply knowledge, test skills and challenge themselves. Detailed and colourful illustrations and photographs help learners understand concepts and stimulate interest. Learners receive ample support through features like summaries, Key word boxes and Geofacts provided within each topic. A suggested teaching plan for covering content in Social Sciences in Grade 7 matches the term-by-term approach outlined in the document. All Formal Assessment Tasks for each grade have been supplied in either the Learner s Book or Teacher s Guide Instructions for activities and Formal Assessment Tasks are detailed and specific, ensuring that learners always know what is expected of them Social Sciences TODAY Grade 7 Learner s Book The development of a wide variety of critical-thinking and data-handling skills is also emphasised in activities Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE book of photocopiable worksheets 35

38 Grade 7 Core Courses Economic and Management Sciences TODAY NEW Learner s Book is suitable for all learning styles and abilities, with content presented in a step-by-step format. Summaries at the end of each unit consolidate content covered. Revision activities at the end of each topic help learners strengthen their knowledge and prepare for exams. Learner s Book provides additional support through key words boxes, worked examples and annotated diagrams. An Annual Teaching Plan, included in the Teacher s Guide, suggests a route through the curriculum content that matches the term-by-term approach outlined in the document. Each topic ends with a summary (which is an important study skill for learners) to help learners revise what they have learnt Case studies are modern and relevant to South African learners Economic and Management Sciences TODAY Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Key words highlight and explain important words to ensure that learners understand the content Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE book of photocopiable worksheets 36

39 Grade 7 Core Courses Technology TODAY NEW Learners have ample opportunity to develop and apply specific design skills to solve technological problems. Detailed and colourful illustrations and photographs help learners understand concepts and stimulate interest. Learner s Book includes many real-life contexts and problems where technology can be seen as part of human activities. Summary and revision sections at the end of each chapter encourage learners to consolidate their knowledge and assess their progress. A year-end examination and memorandum are provided in the Teacher s Guide. Each chapter ends with a Revision activity to consolidate learning Clear line drawings illustrate technology concepts Safety features teach learners to work safely -aligned formal assessment tasks Practical tasks engage learners Step-by-step instructions supported by full colour artwork Technology TODAY Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE book of photocopiable worksheets 37

40 Grade 7 Core Courses Life Orientation TODAY NEW Learner s Book is suitable for all learning styles and abilities, with content presented in a step-by-step format. Each term works through the concepts specified for each of the five Life orientation topics, covering the required content and skills, as specified in the Programme of Learning. Ample activities to enable learners to apply knowledge, test skills and challenge themselves. Support for remedial and extension work in each Topic is provided in the Teacher s Guide. Examples, case studies and activities encourage social transformation and responsibility toward the community, our country and the planet as a whole The use of full colour photographs and artwork brings the subject of Life Orientation to life! Key concepts are highlighted at the beginning of each topic for easy navigation through the book and content Life Orientation TODAY Grade 7 Learner s Book Concepts are well-explained in easy-to-understand steps and diagrams throughout, making the content easily accessible for all learners Creative Arts TODAY The course includes all four disciplines, allowing schools to select the two relevant to their learners. Each term works through the topics of all four disciplines, covering the required content and skills. Components: 38 Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes a FREE book of photocopiable worksheets

41 I found Today to be user-friendly, covering a wide range of topics which are aligned. Every concept is explained in depth, in a very simple and usable way to understand. The structure and approach used in the Learner s Book provide the learner with relevant and practical learning experiences, offering them opportunities to discover and explore. My learners are performing very well since I have started to use this series. I have seen a 20% improvement in my learners results. M.J Mochoari. Grade 7 and 8 teacher, Rutanang Intermediate School, Free State Why teachers love... Today

42 Grade 7 Core Courses NEW Spot On is spot on! Spot On Senior Phase has been developed by teachers, for teachers. Spot On improves results and makes learning enjoyable. Spot On makes teaching a pleasure and is easy to use. 40 The Spot On series is also available in Afrikaans as Kollig Op.

43 Grade 7 Core Courses Spot On English First Additional Language Kollig Op Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal NEW Learner s Book provides a clear and predictable structure, presenting information in simple, straightforward language for complete understanding. The use of tabs in the Learner s Book makes it easy to navigate through the terms and weeks of the school year. Learner s Book offers plenty of activities to test knowledge and apply skills as required in English First Additional Language. Fun and colourful illustrations are provided to enhance learner understanding and stimulate interest. Features such as Key word boxes, Notes, Fun Facts and Tips provide additional information and encourage learner participation. Note boxes provide additional information Language instruction that is easy to understand Spot On English First Additional Language Grade 7 Learner s Book All the Formal Assessment Tasks for the year are included Components: Learner s Book Core reader Teacher s Guide includes 16 FREE full colour posters per grade 41

44 Grade 7 Core Courses Spot On Mathematics NEW Provides all the activities and examples learners need to complete the Programme of Assessment for Grade 7. Short revision questions at the end of every module can be used for regular informal assessment purposes. Features like Notes Boxes provide additional information and encourage learner participation. 16 full colour A3 posters will get your learners thinking, talking and learning. Teacher s Guide provides additional information on teaching the content and managing the activity for every unit. Bold unit headings that are easy to read Activities that are designed to make learning relevant and meaningful Carefully selected and worked examples Clearly labelled diagrams Spot on Mathematics Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes 16 FREE full colour posters per grade 42

45 Grade 7 Core Courses Spot On Natural Sciences Spot On Social Sciences NEW Learner s Book provides a clear and predictable structure, presenting information in simple, straightforward language for complete understanding. Learner s Book offers plenty of activities to test knowledge and apply skills as required. Annotated illustrations are provided to enhance learner understanding and colourful artwork stimulates interest. Features such as Keyword Boxes define unfamiliar words, while Notes, Fun Facts and Tips provide additional information and encourage learner participation. Full colour artwork and photographs enhance learning Tips boxes help learners to better understand what they are learning Each module ends with a Revision activity to consolidate learning -aligned activities facilitate learning Natural Sciences in South Africa fact boxes to take the content beyond the classroom Spot on Natural Sciences Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes 16 FREE full colour posters per grade 43

46 Grade 7 Core Courses Spot On Economic and Management Sciences Spot On Technology NEW Learner s Book provides a clear and predictable structure, presenting information in simple, straightforward language for complete understanding. Clear, large diagrams and photos support the text and aid learner retention of information and concepts. Extra information is provided throughout the course, in the form of Notes, Exam Tips, Tips, Keywords and Fun Facts. A variety of activities provide learners with ample opportunity to test knowledge and apply skills as required. The Spot On Teacher s Guide comes with photocopiable planning material, Formal Assessments Tasks, revision tests and exams, and additional resources. Relevant and challenging activities which ensure that learners understand the content, and can apply it to everyday life Clear and concise content, which is fully -aligned and covers what learners need to know Examples are used throughout so that learners are able to relate economic concepts to their everyday lives Keywords at the bottom of the page explain new and important words to ensure that learners understand the content Spot on Economic and Management Sciences Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: 44 Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes 16 FREE full colour posters per grade

47 Grade 7 Core Courses Spot On Life Orientation Spot On Creative Arts NEW Learner s Book provides a clear and predictable structure, presenting information in simple, straightforward language for complete understanding. Learner s Book offers plenty activities to test knowledge and apply skills as required. Annotated illustrations are provided to enhance learner understanding and colourful artwork stimulates interest. Features such as Keyword boxes define unfamiliar words and Notes, Fun Facts and Tips provide additional information and encourage learner participation. Clearly divided, different colour sections for Dance (purple), Drama (blue), Music (green) and Visual Arts (pink Keywords boxes ensure that learners understand the content Topics to be covered per term clearly outlined for each section Career focus boxes emphasise the vast career opportunities within the Creative Arts field Notes boxes provide learners with additional information and guidance Spot on Creative Arts Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Teacher s Guide includes 16 FREE full colour posters per grade 45

48 Grade 7 Core Courses Afrikaans sonder grense NEW n Volledige taalreeks vir Afrikaans as Eerste Addisionele Taal Die kursus neem jou kwartaal-vir-kwartaal deur die kurrikuluminhoud en poog om by die behoeftes in jou klaskamer aan te pas. Die lesreelse is rondom n verskeidenheid interessante leestekste opgebou om n verskeidenheid taalgebruike te illustreer. Sterk klem word op Luister en Praat, Leesvaardighede en Skryfontwikkeling geplaas. Die Leerderboek sluit af met n taalafdeling met taalreëls, voorbeelde en oefeninge vir vaslegging, asook n voorbeeldvraestel. Kleurvolle en pret formaat Afrikaans sonder grense Graad 7 Leerderboek Maklik sienbare etikette wat die verskillende afdelings aandui Components: n Leerderboek n Leesboek met n verskeidenheid tekste n Onderwysersgids 46

49 Grade 7 Core Courses KwaXhosa Zibenza Zibutya isixhosa Home Language NEW Khetha Incwadi yolwimi egxininisa kakhulu kwigrama. Khetha Incwadi yolwimi egxininisa ekwakhiweni kwezakhono zolwimi. Khetha Incwadi yolwimi egxininisa nasekulungiseleleni uviwo. Khetha Incwadi yolwimi enezicatshulwa zokufundwayo ezongezelelweyo. Khetha ukwaxhosa Zibenza Zibutya, enkqenkqeza phambili yabo bonke otitshala. Clearly linked to the reader Detailed assessment tools KwaXhosa Zibenza Zibutya Grade 7 Learner s Book Components: Learner s Book Core Reader Teacher s Guide 47

50 Grade 7 Novels Maskew Miller Longman Novels approved quality literature. Stimulating activities consolidate learners understanding and develop learners ability. Useful glossaries of difficult vocabulary and literary terms give learners the tools to answer exam questions more effectively. Titles available in Afrikaans, isindebele, isixhosa, isizulu, Sepedi, Setswana, Tshivenda and Xitsonga Home Language. Senior African Writers Series approved novels. Beautifully written stories that will get learners reading about various themes, characters and cultures in Africa and South Africa, encouraging a life-long love of reading. Titles available in Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal, Afrikaans Huistaal, English, isixhosa and isizulu Home Language. 48 FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF LITERATURE TITLES: Refer to the Pearson Selected Literature for South African Schools catalogue.

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52 Grades 4 7 Readers, Phonics and Novels Stars of Africa An exciting reading series for learners from Grade R to Grade 7. The readers will build confidence, widen learners knowledge and increase their reading pleasure. Reading series component include Story Books, Information Books, a Dictionary Activity Book and Teacher s Guides. The Story Books are beautifully illustrated in full colour and set in urban and rural environments in countries all over Africa to appeal to every child. Information Books introduce concepts, as well as content from all learning areas, and are illustrated in full colour to stimulate reading and learning. A personal Dictionary Activity Book allows learners to compile their own word lists for each letter of the alphabet. The Teacher s Guide provides guidelines on teaching English and has been prepared in a way that enables you to extract photocopiable worksheets with ease. New Day-by-Day Phonics New Day-by-Day Phonics is a learning programme that covers all the phonics knowledge needed by learners between Grade 1 and Grade 7. The course will supplement any classroom reading programme by increasing knowledge of all phonics, spelling and comprehension. The programme is suitable for use with the teaching of remedial reading. The work book has interesting, graded and suitable reading passages with multiskilled activities to help learners strengthen their knowledge of phonics learnt in each passage. The Teacher s Guide includes colourful flashcards and additional activities for each level. This course is integrated with the Stars of Africa Reading Programme, with suggestions for additional reading material for each level. 50

53 Grades 4 7 Readers, Phonics and Novels Junior African Writers Series High-quality supplementary readers, Junior African Writers Series (JAWS) are beautiful, simple, interesting stories that aim to encourage children to read for pleasure. Level 1 Suited to readers who have been studying English for 3-4 years. Sentences are short and easy to understand. Stories are illustrated to make them easier to follow. Level 2 Suited to readers who have been studying English for 4-5 years. Short sentences and a large number of illustrations combine to make these books both enjoyable and easy-to-read, either alone or in school. Level 3 Suitable for readers who have been studying English for 5-6 years. All the stories are illustrated and divided into chapters, using slightly more complex sentences and language. Level 3 will offer more of challenge learners, but will remain a pleasure to read. Level 4 Offers more advanced reading for learners. More difficult sentence structures and vocabulary will stretch the reader s knowledge of English. Contemporary storylines - about drugs, corruption and power, for example, will prove a compelling read. Rimpelstories Rimpelstories is n opwindende leesreeks wat poog om jong lesers die genot van lees te laat ontdek en hul visuele geletterheid te ontwikkel deur boeiende tekste wat ryklik geillustreer is. Rimpelstories bestaan uit 88 aantreklik geïllustreerde storie- en feiteboekies. Die leesboeke vir elke graad is in verskillende vlakke ingedeel om voorsiening te maak vir lesers met verskillende vlakke van leesvaardigheid. 51

54 Grades 4 7 Readers, Phonics and Novels Penguin Readers Penguin Readers are designed to provide an enjoyable, challenging and enriching language learning experience for children of all ages. Subject matter that appeals to young readers. Language, vocabulary, style and content of every book is carefully graded to make sure it suits the learner s own language ability. Flexible in nature, can be used in the classroom and at home. Carefully controlled vocabulary makes the series highly suitable for learners with reading difficulties. Audio CD Pack for virtually every title to help improve learners understanding and fluency. Grade 4 (200 words) Grade 5 & 6 (300 words) Grade 6 & 7 (600 words) 52 Visit to access photocopiable worksheets, teacher s notes, answer keys and progress tests for every title.

55 Grades 4 7 Readers, Phonics and Novels Maskew Miller Longman Novels Our exciting children s readers are guaranteed to get children reading! Suitable for ages 9 to 14 Quality writing Well-known authors Stimulating illustrations and activities Bruno, n slimkopboekwurm, sy beduiwelde rooikoptweelingsuster, Bronnie, en hul maat, Ben, moet die misterieuse verdwyning van hul geliefde kat, Kattebol, oplos. Het die onderonsie tussen hulle ma en die sjef by die Volkskombuis dalk n rol gespeel in die drama? Zuki, Alisha, Xavier en Inge is in Graad 7 en hulle was nog altyd goeie maats. Die vier beland gedurig in die middel van die een of ander avontuur. Op n skooltoer beland die Mambas weer onverwags in die middel van n avontuur. This enthralling allegory illustrates the value of co-operation, democracy and good leadership. The brain, president of the body, decides to enlist the help of other parts of the body, and conflict follows, as the various parts are fighting for the better job. Die koning word deur sy geliefde koningin verlaat omdat hy so outyds is. Vir 43 dae lank sit en treur die koning sonder om te was of te skeer of met n dooie siel te praat. En toe ontmoet hy vir Pluis die Bosluis. This fun and fantastical story will absorb young readers, making it easy for them to engage with the important moral and social values it addresses. Bongani is a smart, funny, loveable teen, who is hiding a terrible secret. When a classmate uncovers this, Bongani must find him and silence him. Tsakani feels she missed out at last year s New Year s celebrations, so she starts preparing and saving. In the end she manages to celebrate her year end in a very special way. Best friends, Jamie and Asha, embark on a hilarious, dramatic adventure as they set out to find the perfect man for Aunty Mel. 53