Vocabulary Building

Beginner - Lower Intermediate Vocabulary Building Course

  • Course Duration: 8 weeks
  • Course Level: P1-P6
  • Course Focus: Vocabulary Building
This course consists of
  • 8 units of short, enjoyable reading articles with exercises.
  • Reading articles are written as conversations, helping students learn conversational English and apply vocabulary in real-life contexts.
  • Each unit practices groups of words which belong together (e.g. skirt, blouse, trousers, jeans).
  • Learn words and its opposite meaning (e.g. happy/sad, beautiful/ugly).
  • A mini quiz after each unit, helping you to remember words from your reading.
  • Each quiz contains reading comprehension exercises and vocabulary matching.
Course description

Join our engaging Beginner Vocabulary Building Course! Explore 8 units of short, enjoyable reading articles that introduce related words and their opposites. Each unit includes a mini quiz to reinforce your learning through reading comprehension and vocabulary matching exercises. Start expanding your vocabulary in a fun and effective way!

Who is this course for?
  • If you often struggle to find the right words in your writing or feel that your vocabulary holds you back in exams, this course is for you!
  • Imagine confidently expressing your thoughts and ideas, and achieving the grades you deserve.
  • Don’t let a limited vocabulary stand in the way of your academic success—join us to unlock your full potential!
Sample of course materials

Join Emily on her exciting adventure as she prepares for a party! In this engaging 8-unit series, each article features 120-150 words and introduces students to essential vocabulary through enjoyable reading and exercises.

Throughout the course, students will learn groups of related words, including:

  • Body parts
  • Clothing items
  • Describing appearances
  • Expressions of feelings
  • Describing characters
  • Family members
  • Numbers (1-20)
  • Colors

With each unit, students will encounter 8 - 15 new spelling words , allowing them to build their vocabulary effectively. By the end of the series, students can expect to learn approximately 80-120 new words and gain the confidence to spell and use them in real-life contexts.

‘The New Home Plans’ tells the story of Andrew and his family moving to a new house. In this engaging 8-unit series, each article features 120-160 words and introduces students to essential vocabulary through enjoyable reading and exercises.

Throughout the course, students will learn groups of related words, including:

  • Months of the year
  • Days of the week
  • Weather vocabulary
  • Parts of a house
  • The kitchen
  • Living room items
  • Bathroom essentials
  • Bedroom items

With each unit, students will encounter 10-18 new spelling words, allowing them to build their vocabulary effectively. By the end of the series, students can expect to learn approximately 90-145 new words and gain the confidence to spell and use them in real-life contexts.

Come along with Mum as she enjoys a week filled with family time, simple chores, and a peek into her work life. This cheerful 8-unit series invites students to read engaging stories, each between 120 and 160 words, while learning important vocabulary through fun activities and exercises.

Throughout the course, students will learn groups of related words, including:

  • Common Action Verbs (e.g. watching, wearing)
  • Movement Verbs (e.g. climb, dance)
  • ‘-ing’ Verbs (e.g. driving, kicking)
  • Daily Routines (e.g. have a shower)
  • More Daily Routines (e.g. get dressed)
  • Enjoying time off (e.g. make dinner)
  • Greetings and Goodbyes (e.g. Fine, thank you)
  • Conversations with customers (e.g Excuse me)

In each unit, students will meet 10-18 new spelling words, helping them build their vocabulary step by step. By the end of the series, students can expect to learn about 90-145 new words, giving them the confidence to use and spell these words in real life.

Dad has a new job! Join him on an exciting adventure as he starts his first day at work, enjoys his day off, and finds himself caught in a robbery incident. Dad takes his children to the pet shop and then to the farm, where they have a great time together. Students will learn plenty of food vocabulary during Dad’s company picnic and see how he celebrates his son’s birthday. This cheerful 8-unit series invites students to read engaging stories, each between 140 and 180 words, while learning important vocabulary through fun activities and exercises.

Throughout the course, students will learn groups of related words, including:

  • Travel
  • Retail Shops
  • The Accident
  • Sports Equipment
  • At the Pet Shop
  • At the Farm
  • Picnic Food
  • Restaurant Menu

In each unit, students will encounter 15-20 new spelling words, helping them build their vocabulary step by step. By the end of the series, students can expect to learn about 120-160 new words, giving them the confidence to use and spell these words in real life.

Meet John and Sally, two fun teachers who love to share exciting stories! This time, you get to peek behind the scenes as they go on a family holiday and attend a friend’s wedding. Sally has even written a cool newspaper article about education, sharing how she helps kids pick their favourite subjects. You'll find out what teachers do during their end-of-term party!

Throughout the course, students will learn groups of related words, including:

  • Seasons
  • Holidays
  • Fun free time activities
  • Birthdays and special occasions
  • Education vocabulary
  • Classroom words
  • School subjects
  • What happends in the office

Meet Alice, the friendly school secretary who keeps everything running smoothly at school! Ever wonder what she does all day? Join her as she communicates with the school nurse, teachers, parents, and even a photographer! In this exciting 8-unit series, you’ll read Alice’s emails filled with real-life stories and fun adventures. Each email reveals a glimpse into her world, showing how she helps students, solves problems, and keeps everyone informed at school.

Every story is between 180 and 220 words. As you read, you’ll learn important vocabulary through fun activities and exercises, including:

  • Head and body parts
  • Clothes and what to wear
  • Family members and relationships
  • Common illnesses
  • Talking about time—days, months, and years
  • Delicious food and drinks
  • School related vocabulary
  • How to write emails

Molly and William are having a super fun week with their grandparents! Every day is an adventure filled with yummy food and exciting places to visit. They start at the supermarket with Grandma, where they pick out fresh fruits and tasty food for dinner. But that’s just the beginning! They explore fun restaurants, a cool music shop with lots of instruments, and even go to the zoo to see amazing animals! Grandpa helps them with their math homework and tells funny stories. This fun 8-unit series invites you to read about Molly and William's adventures, with each story between 200 and 220 words.

As you read, you’ll learn important groups of related words about:

  • Fruits and vegetables
  • Meat and other food
  • Restaurants and cafes
  • Roads and streets
  • Musical instruments
  • Money and numbers
  • Office supplies
  • Wild animals

Get ready for an amazing school year filled with fun and excitement! This isn’t just any handbook - it’s your guide to a year packed with adventures and new friendships. Discover all the fantastic activities we have planned to make every student feel included and happy! From joining a sports club to dancing at the student disco, there’s something for everyone. You can make friends at the lunchtime friendship club, shine in drama class, explore your future in career talks, challenge yourself with a geography quiz, and even celebrate at our fabulous language festival! This cheerful 8-unit series invites you to dive into engaging stories, each between 200 and 230 words, while learning important vocabulary through fun activities and exercises.

You’ll explore exciting groups of words, like:

  • Sports and team fun
  • Everyday adjectives to describe your world
  • Everyday verbs for your daily adventures
  • Sports equipment you’ll need for games
  • Phrasal verbs to spice up your language
  • Countries to discover
  • Nationalities and languages from around the globe
  • Fun school activities to join

In each unit, students will encounter 15-20 new spelling words, helping them build their vocabulary step by step. By the end of the series, students can expect to learn about 120-160 new words, giving them the confidence to use and spell these words in real life.


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Quiz

  • Title:The Exciting Day
  • Difficulty: Level One

Quiz

  • Title: Geography Quiz
  • Difficulty: Level Six

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Course summary

Total words learned from reading: 825 words/week

Total words learned from spelling dictation: 90 words/week

Hypothetical Vocabulary Gain:

If they are exposed to different articles and vocabulary each week, they could potentially learn and reinforce around 915 new words per week (825 from reading + 90 from spelling).

Spelling Improvement:

Assuming they focus on the 90 words learned from dictation, they would be able to spell those words accurately, enhancing their spelling skills significantly over time.

Methods based on science

Research has consistently shown that reading regularly can significantly enhance vocabulary acquisition. Here are some key findings that support this.


In summary, the evidence strongly supports the idea that regular reading is a powerful tool for vocabulary acquisition. By engaging with diverse texts, students can significantly enhance their vocabulary, comprehension, and overall language skills.

Backed by Research
Research backed

A study conducted by researchers at the UCL Institute of Education found that teenagers who read frequently and had access to a variety of books developed a better vocabulary compared to their peers who read less [1]. This highlights the direct correlation between regular reading and vocabulary growth.

Research from 2015 indicated that activities related to reading were the main drivers of vocabulary expansion from grades four to ten. This suggests that engaging with texts not only introduces new words but also reinforces their usage in context [2].

Daily reading has been linked to improved comprehension and overall student performance. Students who read independently tend to have greater reading comprehension, verbal fluency, and general knowledge, which are all essential for vocabulary development [2].

Reading exposes students to new words in context, which is crucial for authentic vocabulary learning. This exposure helps students understand not just the meaning of words but also how to use them effectively in conversation and writing [3].

By the end of a reading series, students can expect to learn a substantial number of new words, which builds their confidence in using and spelling these words in real-life situations. For instance, a structured reading program can lead to the acquisition of approximately 90-145 new words over its duration [2].