Cambridge IGCSE First Language English Coursebook with Digital Access (2 Years)

Build student confidence and essential skills with this fully updated digital coursebook, designed to support the Cambridge IGCSE™ and IGCSE (9–1) First Language English syllabuses (0500/0990) for examination from 2027. With a clear, skills-based structure and engaging digital features, this coursebook helps students develop their reading and writing abilities through a variety of modern, culturally diverse texts, reflective tasks, and formative assessments.

Organized into separate sections for reading and writing, and enriched with interactive video content, this coursebook brings key English language skills to life—making learning more accessible, meaningful, and globally relevant.

Students can access their coursebook digitally via Cambridge GO, offering a flexible learning experience in the classroom or at home.

Key Features

• Fully aligned with the Cambridge First Language English syllabuses (0500/0990) for 2027

• Skills-based progression targets areas students often find challenging (e.g. writer’s effect, inference, vocabulary)

• Includes sample answers and model responses to help students understand and reflect on effective writing techniques

• Features a wide range of modern, diverse, and international texts to engage global learners

• Integrated video content helps visualize complex language concepts and encourages deeper understanding

• 'Getting started' tasks assess prior knowledge and introduce key ideas

• ‘Language Focus’ sections explain grammar and language rules in context

• Collaborative projects at the end of each unit support speaking and listening development

• Frequent assessment opportunities throughout support exam preparation and formative feedback

• Answers to activities are available in the accompanying Teacher’s Resource

• Fully accessible digital format meets EPUB Accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 Level AA)

Ideal For

• Students preparing for the Cambridge IGCSE™ or IGCSE (9–1) First Language English (0500/0990)

• Teachers using a digital-first or blended learning approach

• Classrooms aiming to build strong reading comprehension, writing fluency, and critical language skills

• Learners who benefit from multimedia and scaffolded, skills-based instruction