SMART STARTER is a textbook for teachers and children who choose English as an optional subject in the 1st grade. This textbook may also be used by the children in the kindergarten because of its interesting topics, easy vocabulary, gradual introduction of the structures. The textbook promotes language learning through activities which are organized around topic areas. The topics are interesting and suitable for very young learners. The approach emphasizes individual learning through project work and other personalized learning materials. The topics are designed to be done in order, except for the Holidays Unit which is to be done at the appropriate time of the year. A year's course could be:
 • September - January : Unit 1 - Unit 7
 • February - June : Unit 8 - Unit 13
   During the evaluation period the teacher can use some of the exercises in the textbook or design his/her own tests according to the topics. This course provides children with the opportunity to acquire English - language skills (listening and speaking) in an enjoyable and challenging way. All the materials are child - centred, activity - based and encourage children to become active participants in the learning process. Language is introduced through colourful pictures in which children can recognize their friend Smarty who helps them with their work. Most of the exercises are for working in pairs organized, developing the awareness of the language as an instrument of communication. The activities include colouring tasks, puzzles, matching and guessing exercises to help children realize that communication is more than words. In this way, the textbook also develops the children's creativity and imagination.