"Upstream: Beginner A1+" is a modular secondary-level course for learners of the English language at CEF A1 level. The series combines active English learning with a variety of lively topics presented in themed units. Key features: theme-based units from a wide variety of authentic sources in five modules, a variety of cross-cultural topics, systematic development of all four language skills through realistic, challenging tasks which encourage the learner`s personal engagement, lexical exercises practising and activating all essential vocabulary as well as a Word Perfect section, a variety of authentic stimulating reading and listening tasks a wide range of speaking activities, realistic, stimulating dialogues featuring people in everyday situations, grammar sections covering all major grammatical areas plus Grammar Reference and a Grammar Check section,