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Grade 1 · Material 1: Nia’s Word Hunt

A Grade 1 English mother-tongue material for finding, saying, showing and writing meaningful words from everyday life.

Grade 1 · Material 1: Nia’s Word Hunt

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English words are part of everyday life. In this material, Nia and Pip listen for words at home, at school, on a screen and outside. Pupils choose one English word that belongs in their own lives and respond through speaking, showing or writing.

Today I can
Find an English word from my life, say it and show what it means.

Choose your pathway


SAY IT — Say the word and tell where you hear it.


SHOW IT — Draw it, point to it or act it out.


WRITE IT — Copy the word or write it yourself.

Language bridge


Pupils may compare the English word with Swedish.