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Time to Fly

A dynamic primary course that makes English relevant, relatable, realistic … and fun!

Inspired by real children's experiences, Time to Fly celebrates the lives of young learners around the world and builds confidence by showing learners what they can achieve and why learning English matters.

New! Time to Fly

  • English for Spanish Speakers
  • Authors Viviane Kirmelene, Bridget Kelly, Montse Watkin, Karen Elliott, Colin Sage, Lucy Torres and Steph Howard
  • Levels 6
  • CEFR level Pre A1 to A1+ (Complete Beginner to Elementary)

Key Features:

  • Inspired by real young learners, each unit features stories adapted from original writings and drawings created by real English learners from around the world. This unique approach ensures the course truly connects with children at their level
  • A focus on speaking, speaking activities in every lesson build confidence in communication through regular practice, while encouraging learners to show, and enjoy, what they know.
  • Clear and motivating models, videos feature real young learners of English who provide authentic examples with realistic objectives, helping to reduce anxiety and boost motivation.
  • Appealing design and content, featuring carefully curated real-life and fantasy topics aligned with children’s interests and primary school subjects, complemented by vibrant, inclusive images and a comic-book style design.
  • Celebrates children around the world, allowing learners to see their own lives, and the lives of children like them, reflected in the course, making English both relevant and relatable while fostering cross‑cultural understanding.
  • All the digital resources in one place on Cambridge One, making the course easy to use for both teachers and learners.

English for Spanish Speakers

Time to Fly includes content specifically designed for Spanish-speaking learners:

  • Key Competencies are integrated into the course through learning situations in every unit, alongside thinking skills, collaboration, culture and plurilingual activities.
  • Spanish handwriting font for levels 1 to 2 in both the Pupil’s Book and Activity Book.

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