
I believe what happens in the first years of school is so important because it shapes children's attitude to learning and English for years to come. I also realise that children who don't use the Roman alphabet in their own language face unique challenges when learning English.
That's why I wrote First Friends. The course has been designed to make sure all our young learners get the best possible start when learning English.
This website is packed with extra resources to help you support them.
With my very best wishes,
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Author Susan Ianuzzi is an international teacher trainer and expert in early literacy. She has also worked in education in Egypt as a teacher, editor, and programme director.