This resource is aimed both at teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (Town, region, country in this instance). Pages 3-4 provides possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian.

This resource is aimed both at teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (lnternational and global dimension). Pages 3-4 provide possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian.

This resource is aimed both at teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (lnternational and global dimention). Page 3 provides possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian

The resource is aimed at A2 level learners. Although we developed it for both teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students, the resource can be used by anyone looking to expand their vocabulary and practise talking about culture and identity. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (ldentity & Culture/Modern technologyin that case). Pages 3-4 provide possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian. Please, note, the sample answers reflect the higher tier GCSE requirements.

This worksheet is based on a media publication, which offers a fascinating insight into the secretive world of one of the biggest American family business empires. It is appropriate for class work as well home reading and is aimed at confident speakers of B2/C1 looking to expand their vocabulary further with a specific focus on business and finance vocabulary. The text is thought provoking and can be a jumping point for discussing such topics as family relationships, generation gap, work ethic, business development and strategy. Instead of providing translation for potentially unknown words, we included synonyms. This along with the context should be enough to guess the word’s meaning. The main task is to find Russian equivalents to the English words and phrases in the text. Answers are provided

This resource is aimed both at teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (School in this instance). Page 3 provides possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian

This resource is aimed both at teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (School in this instance). Page 3 provides possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian.

Translation activities designed to practise and revise the GCSE level vocabulary. The activities cover all 5 GCSE themes (with subtopics). Each subtopic contains 6 sentences and 2 texts for translation from Russian into English and vice versa. The activities are designed to prepare for GCSE, but can be useful for anyone studying Russian towards A2 level (continuing beginner). The exercises can be used as a 10-15 minute homework or classwork activity with subsequent peer assessment.

This worksheet contains a link to a episode 1 of podcast Reading Russian with Belka. We read a story called ‘Встретились, поговорили’ by Sergei Dovlatov. The worksheet contains: a transcript of the story with highlighted tricky words and phrases which are explained in the podcast as well as included in the vocabulary list after the text vocabulary list with translation into English and words with the same roots to those highlighted so that students can trace the etymology and learn more words. comprehension questions word search exercise with answers translation exercise with answers The resource can easily be used for home and class reading and is easily adaptable. The text provides a good basis for starting a discussion on a number of topics (such as family life, school and university life, world of work, immigration, politics), which are relevant for those working towards an A-level exam (UK-based students), Russian proficiency exam B1 and higher and or a degree level.

A video tutorial which explains the concept, usage and formation of reflexive verbs as well as introduces a few reflexive verbs to enable talking about interests and hobbies.

This worksheet contains a link to the video and follow up exercises that I developed for my students of Business Russian course. It is appropriate for levels B1 (with teacher’s support) upwards and contains vocabulary on the topic of art, money transactions, investment and business. It would be useful for those working on improving their Russian with a view to use it for business.

Save on downloading individual episode worksheets and download a whole 68-page book. The document contains 10 worksheets for 10 episodes of the podcast READING RUSSIAN WITH BELKA, Season and contains a link to the podcast. Each worksheet contains: a transcript of the story with highlighted tricky words and phrases which are explained in the podcast as well as included in the vocabulary list after the text vocabulary list with translation into English and words with the same roots to those highlighted so that students can trace the etymology and learn more words. comprehension questions word search exercise with answers translation exercise with answers The resource can easily be used for home and class reading and is easily adaptable. The texts provides a good basis for starting a discussion on a number of topics (such as family life, school and university life, world of work, immigration, politics, cultural awareness), which are relevant for those working towards an A-level exam (UK-based students), Russian proficiency exam B1 and higher and or a degree level.

This worksheet contains a link to a episode 3 of podcast Reading Russian with Belka. We read a story called ‘Встретились, поговорили’ by Sergei Dovlatov. The worksheet contains: a transcript of the story with highlighted tricky words and phrases which are explained in the podcast as well as included in the vocabulary list after the text vocabulary list with translation into English and words with the same roots to those highlighted so that students can trace the etymology and learn more words. comprehension questions word search exercise with answers translation exercise with answers The resource can easily be used for home and class reading and is easily adaptable. The text provides a good basis for starting a discussion on a number of topics (such as family life, school and university life, world of work, immigration, politics), which are relevant for those working towards an A-level exam (UK-based students), Russian proficiency exam B1 and higher and or a degree level.

A fun way to revise numerals and enrich vocabulary with some commonly used Russian proverbs. Learn how to use them, fill in the missing words, try and find English equivalents, think of situations you might use them in. All proverbs contain collective, cardinal or ordinal numerals in different cases. Answers are provided

A 7-page resource with infographics covering the history of the Olympics, Tokio 2020 games and expenses and costs of organising the games. The vocabulary exercises before each slide ensure the students familiarise themselves with potentially new words and phrases before analysing the infographics. Comprehension questions after the slides control the understanding and encourage further discussion on the topic. The worksheet aims at expanding sports related vocabulary as well as learning a few money related words and phrases and can be used to discuss the role of sports and the olympics in the modern world, the costs, benefits and risks associated with them. Answers are provided for all exercises except one, where the questions require general knowledge and students’ opinion. Appropriate for level A2 onwards for adult learners and A-level students.

This is a worksheet I developed for my business Russian students aimed at B2/C1 level. The file contains an interview with a book author. The task is to substitute English words with Russian equivalents. The vocabulary is business and finance focused. Students will also benefit from finding a number of synonymous constructions for the phrases to be translated into English. If used for self-study, the worksheet will require work with a dictionary or a teacher’s guidance. While using it for my own lessons, I encouraged students to think of the answers to the questions posed by the journalist in the text before proceeding to reading the author’s answers. This prompted a lively discussion in the group and a bit of a break from a rather intense grammar and vocab exercise.

The resource is aimed at A2 level learners. Although we developed it for both teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students, the resource can be used by anyone looking to expand their vocabulary and practise talking about culture and identity. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (ldentity & Culture in that case). Pages 3-4 provide possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian. Please, note, the sample answers reflect the higher tier GCSE requirements.

This is an video tutorial where I explain the concept of aspect, draw parallels with the use of English tenses, offer real life situations and examples of usage of perfective and imperfective verbs, look at the formation of perfective verbs and offer some practice. For the second part of the video (from min.15:30) you will need to refer to the picture file.

This resource is aimed both at teachers preparing students for the new GCSE specification (first certification from 2019) as well as students. The file includes a student’s card (that imitates a card that a student will be given at the exam and based on which a discussion with the examiner will follow) and a teacher’s card. It is impossible to predict the exact questions but we tried to include the questions that cover a broad spectrum within the chosen theme (Town, region, country in this instance). Pages 3-4 provides possible answers aimed at achieving the highest grades. We included grammatical constructions and vocabulary listed in Specification Pearson Edexcel GCSE Russian.

This is a worksheet based on jokes about lawyers! The vocabulary is* business* and legal focused and is aimed at level B1 and higher. The jokes can also be used as a conversation starter talking about experiences with lawyers, courts, legal systems of different countries, perceptions and stereotypes of different professions or simply add a bit of humour at the end of a class. There are 12 jokes with some words and phrases that have to be translated into Russian. The answers are provided. The second task is sentences for translation into Russian using the words and phrases from exercise 1. Potentially new phrases are highlighted and explained.