Upstream (Separate components and all levels)

Upstream by Express Publishing is a comprehensive, modular series designed to systematically develop all four language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It is heavily tailored for secondary-school students, university students, and young adults preparing for international English exams.

Course Levels & CEFR Mapping
The series spans from absolute beginner to operational mastery, perfectly aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR):
– Upstream Beginner A1+: Foundation level.
– Upstream Elementary A2: High-beginner/Waystage level.
– Upstream Pre-Intermediate B1: Lower-intermediate level.
– Upstream Intermediate B1+: Solid intermediate skills.
– Upstream Upper Intermediate B2 / B2+: Vantage level, emphasizing active vocabulary and complex writing.
– Upstream Advanced C1: Focuses on professional communication and fluency.
– Upstream Proficiency C2: High-level mastery for academic and professional success.

Core Components
Every level of the Express Publishing Upstream Series features a split ecosystem of materials for both learners and teachers:

Student Components
– Student’s Book: Modular, theme-based units containing authentic reading texts, grammar references, and speaking frameworks.
– Workbook (and Grammar in Use): Provides additional practice across lexical, structural, and communication tasks.
– Student’s Audio CDs: Accompanying listening tracks for individual homework assignments.
– My Language Portfolio: Specifically for levels A1 through B1+ to keep track of learning progress.
– Study Companion: Complete vocabulary glossaries and grammar reference guides for self-study.

Teacher Components
– Teacher’s Book: Interleaved layout with comprehensive teaching notes, optional activities, and full answer keys.
– Workbook Teacher’s: The student workbook with pre-filled answers for quick grading.
– Class Audio CDs: Full listening material designed for group classroom exercises.
– Test Booklet: Features photocopiable progress tests, as well as mandatory mid-year and exit exams.
– Interactive Whiteboard (IWB) Software: Digital companion for enhanced in-class delivery.

* levels B1 through C2 all have old and new version – available