The OPTIONS Student’s Book contains eight units with fun and engaging material, as well as activities that support differentiated teaching and mixed-ability learning:

• Unit Topic and Vocabulary: Two different types of videos (stories from life or documentaries) alternate on the opening pages to introduce the unit and present the language in context.
• Grammar and Vocabulary: Grammar and vocabulary are initially presented and practiced in the Student’s Book, with additional practice in the Workbook and online. The grammar bank provides clear explanations and further practice for use at home or in extra lessons.
• Listening and Speaking: This section offers the development of listening and speaking skills through thematic exercises, with differentiated activities.
• Reading and Writing: The main reading text in each unit is available in three versions - STANDARD, BASIC, and ENRICHED. The teacher or student can choose the most suitable task.
• Life Skills Learning: Students encounter problem-solving in the form of communicative activities and are encouraged to develop their creativity as well as collaboration with others.
• Sustainable Development Goals, CLIL, and Culture: The themes in OPTIONS highlight important humanitarian values that play a crucial role in the development of young people: environmental awareness, tolerance towards other cultures and nationalities, empathy for others, and much more.
• Exam Practice: Regular activities and tips for the most recent international exams.
• Digital Options: An extensive digital material accompanying the Student’s Book offers innovative approaches for differentiated learning in and out of the classroom. Available on the user-friendly educational platform HELBLING e-zone or via the HELBLING Media app.
• Student's Book Content: Welcome (8 pages), Units 1 to 8 (96 pages), Pronunciation: Sounds right (2 pages), Grammar bank (16 pages), Exam practice.