The audio files guide students through specific, age-appropriate testing mechanics: Listen and Tick ( ) or Cross (
For young learners just beginning their journey into the English language, assessment needs to be as gentle, supportive, and engaging as the learning process itself. The Family and Friends Starter course, published by Oxford University Press, is a beloved choice for many preschool and early primary classrooms. While the Student Book and Workbook provide colorful, song-filled lessons, a key component for teachers and parents is the , and crucially, its accompanying Audio component .
: Dedicated tracks for recognizing and producing English sounds, including "listen and trace" activities for first letters. Oral Commands
Comprehensive Guide to Using the Family and Friends Starter Testing and Evaluation Book Audio
Students hear a targeted letter sound or word and must circle the correct corresponding image from a selection of choices. Best Practices for Administering Audio Tests
Use the (usually printed in the Teacher’s Book appendix). Read the script aloud yourself, but use a funny, clear voice. To make it more effective, record yourself reading the script using your phone’s voice recorder. Play that recording back to the student. This does not replace the native accent, but it allows the child to get used to recorded instructions rather than live interaction.