This book is focused on vocabulary expansion which is crucial to success in 11+ and KS2 tests. All tasks are rooted in a rigorous understanding of their processes and demands. The Vocabulary Expander Book 2 is designed for Year 5 to 6 children working at or above expected progress for their age.

This is a comprehensive vocabulary enhancement approach, with themed vocabulary selected from wider areas of the National Curriculum, as well as English and Verbal Reasoning skills which unpick the vocabulary needed for reading, writing and speaking at the highest level. Packed with diverse and engaging tasks, the book makes expanding vocabulary fun and offers opportunities for students to engage with others in the activities.

In addition to KS2 English skills, there are also focused sections on GL and CEM question types such as cloze passages, related words, missing letters, move a letter and hidden words, offering ample 11+ practice. Synonyms, antonyms, homophones and homographs are also given a spotlight focus, along with root words, prefixes and suffixes.

The book provides essential vocabulary enhancement with 200 tasks and more than 1500 practice questions to support KS2 and 11+ English and Verbal Reasoning skills.

• Try out themed vocabulary tasks modelled on GL and CEM questions covering the wider KS2 National Curriculum, including mathematics, geography, science, history and the arts.
• Learn how to tackle the full range of KS2 and 11+ English and Verbal Reasoning vocabulary question types.
• Enhance your reading with vocabulary for literary analysis.
• Improve your writing and speaking skills with creative vocabulary approaches.
• Enjoy games and challenges which will test your understanding of the flexibility of vocabulary.