ICSE Catalogue 2018

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ENGLISH

Cambridge Connection – English is a dynamic, language-rich eight-level series for the teaching and learning of English for classes 1 to 8. The series has been revised to meet the requirements of the latest CISCE curriculum. It is a holistic course that is designed to inculcate in the learners an appreciation for literature; proficiency in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing (LSRW); and also a spirit of enquiry and lifelong learning. The series comprises Coursebooks 1 to 8, Workbooks 1 to 8, comprehensive Teacher’s Books and TRP+.

CLASSES 1 – 8

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Warm-ups to bring out real-life connections with the themes • In-text questions and facts to aid comprehension and offer additional information • About the Author, Poet and Playwright to place the texts in perspective • Comprehension to inculcate literal, inferential and critical reading • Language in Use with graded grammar for a clear understanding of language structures • Word Power to make vocabulary acquisition dynamic and diverse • Special sections for emphasis on Dictionary Work, Spelling and Punctuation • Listening and Speaking with pronunciation practice, practice in listening for various functions as well as expression in a variety of situations • Writing to hone functional and creative expression • Guided and research-based Activity sections to bring a real-life connect to concepts • Life Skills to promote critical thinking and responsible social participation • Projects to inculcate research and presentation skills, ethics of teamwork and the ability to synthesise information

Quick Connect Posters for 1-8

Price range: Coursebook 1-8, `290-`390 | Workbook 1-8, `155-`210 Suggested reader:

SNOWFLAKES CLASSES 1 – 8

Snowflakes is a series of eight readers for students of classes 1 to 8. It is meant primarily to inculcate in children a love for reading as well as appropriate reading skills. Just as each individual snowflake is unique, the title of this series is justified by the extent of its content which is unique in terms of its literary, linguistic and pedagogical merit.

Price range for classes 1-8, `190-`250

MATHEMATICS

Cambridge Connection – Mathematics for ICSE Schools is a carefully graded activity-based mathematics series for classes 1-8. The aim of this series is to make learning of mathematics a thoroughly enjoyable experience. This series is prepared in strict conformity with the latest curriculum prescribed by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations.

CLASSES 1 – 8

FEATURES AND BENEFITS: • Warm-up revises concepts learnt in earlier classes • Life Connect/Skill links concepts to the real-life situations and help the learner understand their application • Subject Connect creates awareness on how mathematical concepts are used in other subjects • Search and Gain encourages inquiry-based learning • Summary lists the key concepts learnt in the chapter • Remember recapitulates important points • Brain Teaser encourages learners to think out-of-the-box • Assessment reinforces learning • Active Maths, Activities, Poster generate interest in the subject • Enrichment going beyond the concept to learn something new and relevant to the topic • Glossary new terms and words are listed for quick reference • Worksheets, Test Papers, Unit Test Papers for further practice

Price range for classes 1-8, `260-`395

A MATHEMATICAL DICTIONARY FOR SCHOOLS

THE CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICAL TABLES

This dictionary contains definitions and examples of the mathematical words likely to be encountered by pupils aged 11 to 16.

Price: `50

Price: `140

Board Game Posters for 1-5

SCIENCE KEY FEATURES: • Warm up at the start of every chapter leads the learner to the main topic.

• Did You Know? in each chapter gives information and interesting snippets beyond the text.

• Little Scientist cites engaging scientific facts related to the topics under discussion.

• Wrap Up in the form of graphic organisers are given at the end of each chapter for quick recapitulation.

• Get Busy gives brainstorming activities.

• Exercise has variety of questions to reinforce the concepts covered in the chapters.

• Life Skills have tasks integrating the concepts with relevant life skills.

Price range for classes 1-2: `230 & 240

KEY FEATURES: • Chapter Objectives learning objectives at the beginning of the chapter • Let’s Begin stimulating activities and examples that introduces the chapter • Quick Check in-text questions to encourage self-learning and self-assessment • Action Time to-do activities to help in understanding the concepts • Info Hub interesting facts related to the concept • Key Terms glossary of scientific terms • Quick Notes summarises the chapter • Teaching Tips cues for teachers to help create rich learning experience • Run-through complete revision of the chapter through well-planned exercises

Price range for classes 3-5: `250 & 270

BIOLOGY,CHEMISTRY, KEY FEATURES: • Chapter Objectives learning objectives at the beginning of the chapter • Quick Check in-text questions to encourage self-learning and self-assessment • Action Time to-do activities to help in understanding the concepts • Info Hub interesting facts related to the concept • Key Terms glossary of scientific terms • Quick Notes summarises the chapter • Teaching Tips cues for teachers to help create rich learning experience • Run-through complete revision of the chapter through well-planned exercises • Challenge questions to encourage higher order thinking skills • Enrichment extends the learning beyond the book • Know your Scientist outlines the work done by leading scientists

Price range for classes 6-8: Physics, Biology and Chemistry: Rs. 235 to 265

Informative Posters for 3-5

SOCIAL STUDIES ENVIRONMENTAL KEY FEATURES: • Warm up at the start of every chapter leads the learner to the main topic.

• Did You Know? in each chapter gives information and interesting snippets beyond the text.

• Little Scientist cites engaging scientific facts related to the topics under discussion.

• Wrap Up in the form of graphic organisers are given at the end of each chapter for quick recapitulation.

• Get Busy gives brainstorming activities.

• Exercise has variety of questions to reinforce the concepts covered in the chapters.

• Life Skills have tasks integrating the concepts with relevant life skills.

• Connect has activities based on cross curricular integration of concepts with other subjects.

• Project has hands-on project ideas.

Price range for classes 1-2: `230 & `240

SOCIAL KEY FEATURES: • I Shall Learn outlines the learning objectives of the lesson.

• On Your Marks… provides a mind opener warm-up activity.

• Activity includes in-text activities based on extended learning skills.

• Think about It! provides curiosity inducing questions or facts.

• You know what? provides additional information to enhance knowledge of the students.

• I Learnt provides a summary of the chapter.

• Words I Learnt provides important contextual terms with their definitions.

• Get Set, Go! consists of exercises to assess the knowledge of the concepts learnt.

• Life Skills provide tasks and information to integrate the concept with the 21st century life skills.

• Connect provides activities and tasks based on subject-integration.

Price range for classes 3-5: `250 & `280

HISTORY AND

GEOGRAPHY,

KEY FEATURES: • Learning Outcomes: Key topics that will be covered in the chapter • Info-graphics: For better comprehension and recollection of the concepts • Global Connect: Interesting information about the events happened in other parts of the world around the same time period • Activity: Activities to gauge learner’s comprehension of the topic.

- Think and Answer: Encourages critical thinking and learning - Discussion: Develops team work, observation and communication skills - Research: Extends learning beyond classroom • Did You Know? Interesting snippets of information on the topics covered • Timelines: To put the period under study in perspective • Concept Maps: Graphic organisers for quick and easy revision of the chapter

Price range: History & Civics 6-8, `300 - `370 | Geography `240 - `290

GRAMMAR GEAR

Grammar Gear has been designed to cater to the curriculum needs of classes 1–8. This comprehensive course offers learners plenty of opportunities to build on grammar concepts and rules, which are reinforced through carefully designed exercises. The sections on Composition, Comprehension and Vocabulary give further practice beyond word and sentence levels. The content coverage in each book is relevant to that level. Easy-to-understand explanations help students grasp core grammatical structures. The carefully graded content employs a fair mix of the inductive and the deductive approach. The concepts are also summarised at the end of every chapter. The well-laid out content and lucid, simple presentation should engage the students and facilitate learning.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS: • Grammar topics—presented through an eclectic approach, with a combined focus on usage and use • Engaging warm-ups to lead learners into the topic • Exhaustive practice material for drill • Assessments based on grammar concepts • Composition—guided writing tasks • Comprehension—fictional and non-fictional passages / poems from various genres • Vocabulary—based on the nuances of the language; acts as a bridge between grammatical theory and writing compositions • Comprehensive Teacher’s Books and TRP+ to help teachers plan and deliver engaging sessions

Price range for classes 1-8, `190 - `310

CAMBRIDGE ACTIVITY BOOK Vaishali Gupta

CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY ENGLISH Phonics Workbooks A & B

Cambridge Activity Books, Second Edition, is a set of three graded books for pre-school learners, aimed at honing a range of skills and preparing them for their primary education years.

The books are appropriate for children learning English as a first or as a second language.

COMPUTER STUDIES

Cambridge Connection – Computer Studies for ICSE Schools is a compelling eight-level series of textbooks, comprehensively designed to empower students in the competent use of technology in and outside the school.

The textbooks align practical knowledge of students with everyday experiences and deliver the curriculum through age-specific, task-based and engagingly rich pedagogic design. Synchronised with the new ICSE guidelines and based on Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2013 with updates on Microsoft Office 2016, Cambridge Connection – Computer Studies is a rounded series redefining computer education in classrooms with its empirical methodology and emphasis on inter-disciplinary approach.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS: • Connect and Learn bridge students’ prior knowledge and new information.

• Activity provides age-appropriate and hands-on activities to explore, practise, discuss and self-assess and make learning more meaningful.

• Task brings in real-life experiences to understand the nature and use of technology.

• Tech Help, Look Up and Glossary provide language and content-based support and enrichment to teachers and students.

• Evaluate, Brainstorm, Apply and Extend cater to Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) and an attitude of inquiry.

• Play and Learn (Grades 1, 2 & 3) and Coding Club (Grade 4 onwards) provide opportunities for extended learning.

• Famous IT Personalities familiarizes the young learners with famous IT figures and their contributions.

• Checklist and Assessment aid self-evaluation for learners and formative assessments for teachers.

• The Teacher’s Manual with Resource Pack (DVD-ROM), serves as a useful guide for teachers to teach Computer Studies in classrooms, besides providing additional resources.

Price range for classes 1-8: Rs. 180 to 390

Informative Posters for 1-8

DIGITAL PRODUCTS CAMBRIDGE PICTIONARY Augmented Reality App for pre-school

This series aims at helping children between the age of 3 to 5 years to form a strong foundation for formal education by integrating technology with their observations of their surroundings.

Nursery – ` 225 | LKG – ` 250 | UKG – ` 275

Cambridge HOTmaths

Comprehensive & Interactive Global Learning Solution for Indian Schools Cambridge HOTmaths brings you the best interactive online maths learning, teaching and assessment resources for students and teachers, for individuals or whole classes, for school and at home for all curricula.

For classes 3 – 8 | Logon to www.hotmaths.in and register for a 14 days FREE trial!

Cambridge Language Lab Let’s Master the Language to Master the World Striving to bring brighter thinking from around the world for better learning in the classrooms, the solution aims to maximise learning, especially speaking opportunities in classrooms. It provides multiple opportunities to unlock potential with visual, auditory, kinesthetic aids and helps the learners to be immersed in a highly engaging language learning environment.

For classes 3 – 8 | To request a demo, email us at schools@cambridge.org

Communication 360˚ Listening and Speaking Skills Development

A digital solution which aims to develop and enhance the skills of listening and speaking facilitated through sub-skills of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. It is designed to be used in a classroom setting led by the instructor and in a self-paced environment catering to various types of learners, be it auditory, kinesthetic or visual.

For classes 3 – 8 | To request a demo, email us at communication360@cambridge.org

TRP+

Digital Solution for Teaching and Learning in Classrooms An award-winning solution that integrates an enhanced ebook with interactive teaching tools and test maker for a variety of subjects with technology and digital resources. It helps in constructing rich and structured learning experience in classrooms.

Explore: Augmented Reality App Self-paced practice anytime, anywhere.

Explore introduces an engaging way of learning to reinforce the concepts learnt in the classroom anytime, anywhere. Learners get to experience a whole new way of learning in three simple steps- Scan, Browse & Learn

APP NAME: CAMBRIDGE EXPLORE

Write to us at schools@cambridge.org and get your specimen copy, today!