Each major text in the 8th-grade program is usually accompanied by:
A list of new words and idioms used in the text.
The textbook by Birkun is structured to help students transition from basic sentence structures to more complex narrative and descriptive English. The "gotovye teksty" (ready-made texts) are often used for classroom reading, translation practice, and preparation for oral exams. Common Topics and Text Themes
Articles focusing on ecological problems, recycling, and how teenagers can help the planet.
The curriculum typically covers several core modules, with texts designed to stimulate discussion:
Texts discussing the role of television, newspapers, and the internet in modern life.