ALOHA "First Steps in English"
A foundational English language course for young learners aged 4–6. This engaging, structured program is the ideal starting point for children beginning their English learning journey.
What the Course Is About
The course combines phonics, vocabulary, storytelling, rhymes, reading readiness, and basic writing through playful, age-appropriate lessons. Children explore the alphabet, short and long vowel sounds, simple phonetic rules, essential sight words, and high-frequency vocabulary — all through interactive activities, songs, colorful illustrations, and guided practice.
Every lesson is carefully crafted to build core language skills step by step, while nurturing creativity, confidence, and a love for learning.
Skill Focus
- Alphabet recognition & letter–sound mapping
- Short & long vowel sounds (basic phonics)
- Sight words & high-frequency vocabulary
- Listening & speaking through songs and chants
- Reading readiness with picture–text links
- Early writing: tracing, copying, word building
How Learning Feels
- Short, playful tasks that fit young attention spans
- Colorful visuals and stories that make meaning clear
- Gentle guidance and positive feedback
- Regular review for quick wins and steady progress
- Home–school continuity with simple practice
Learning Materials
- Student Book with colorful illustrations
- Phonics & alphabet flashcards (A–Z, word–picture)
- Songs & rhymes sheets with actions
- Story reader pages with picture cues
- Practice worksheets (tracing, matching, sorting)
- Interactive activities for home review
- Teacher’s Guide with step-by-step support
ALOHA First Steps in English – CEFR Pre-A1 “I Can” Skills Mapping
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Listening ▶
CEFR “I can” descriptor
I can understand simple words and phrases about me, my family, and immediate surroundings when people speak slowly and clearly.
Mapped units
- Greetings Book — Family greetings, classroom routines
- Happy Cat — Repetitive patterned listening (“What do you see?”)
- Alphabet Adventures — Listening to letter sounds and rhymes
Speaking ▶
CEFR “I can” descriptor
I can use simple words and phrases to describe people, places, and everyday objects. I can use basic greetings and polite expressions.
Mapped units
- Greetings Book — Hello, Goodbye, Thank you, Sorry
- Alphabet Story Book — Naming animals and actions
- Phonics Story Series (Short/Long Vowels) — Reading aloud CVC/long-vowel words
Reading ▶
CEFR “I can” descriptor
I can understand familiar names, words, and straightforward sentences.
Mapped units
- Alphabet Adventures — Recognizing letters and words (A to Z)
- Phonics Story Series (Part 1 & 2) — CVC and long-vowel decodable words
- Happy Cat — Sight word reading (happy, funny, what, see)
- Magical Journey of a Sunflower Seed — Story comprehension with nature words
Writing ▶
CEFR “I can” descriptor
I can copy familiar words and short phrases (my name, simple classroom objects).
Mapped units
- Alphabet Adventures — Letter tracing and writing practice
- Phonics Story Series — Copying words (cat, dog, sun, rain)
- Happy Cat — Copying sight words and simple patterned sentences
Interaction ▶
CEFR “I can” descriptor
I can interact simply if the other person speaks slowly and repeats.
Mapped units
- Greetings Book — Role-plays: “What’s your name?”, “How are you?”
- Happy Cat — Question/Answer pattern with animals
- Classroom extensions — Teacher–student dialogues using sight words
Mediation (Cultural Awareness & Storytelling) ▶
CEFR “I can” descriptor
I can recognize familiar cultural elements, routines, and simple stories.
Mapped units
- Magical Journey of a Sunflower Seed — Nature, growth cycle, values
- Happy Cat — Friendship and animals
- Alphabet Story Book — Mini-stories linking letters to real-life objects
Alphabet Adventures - New Interactive
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First Steps in English - Interactive Books.
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We are delighted to introduce the ALOHA English Courses, carefully designed to complement your child’s academic studies. Our programs are aligned with the CEFR and benchmarked against Cambridge Pre-A1, A1, A2, while also covering and extending the NCTB curriculum.
Our aim is simple: help every child thrive academically, communicate confidently, and succeed in national and international exams.
First Steps in English
Learning Outcomes (“I Can” Skills)
- Recognize and write the alphabet and simple words.
- Understand and use basic greetings, classroom instructions, and everyday expressions.
- Answer simple personal questions (name, age, family, likes/dislikes).
- Enjoy songs and rhymes and follow short, simple stories.
- Begin decoding words phonetically and read short, familiar sentences.
Next Steps in English
Learning Outcomes (“I Can” Skills)
- Introduce myself and others; ask and answer everyday questions.
- Understand short, simple texts, stories, and conversations on familiar topics.
- Write short phrases and simple sentences (family, school, hobbies).
- Join classroom discussions, role plays, and storytelling activities.
- Use vocabulary for numbers, days, dates, colors, and common daily topics.
- Write simple stories using guided structures and prompts.
- Apply basic grammar in clear, simple sentences.
Final Steps in English
Learning Outcomes (“I Can” Skills)
- Read and understand short passages and simple connected texts on familiar topics.
- Write short paragraphs, messages, and basic compositions.
- Express opinions and preferences in connected sentences.
- Hold short conversations about past, present, and future events, routines, and plans.
- Use simple grammar (present, past, future) accurately in speaking and writing.
Additional Learning and Practice Resources
Why Parents & Children Love the First Steps Flashcard App
Give your child the perfect head start in English — playful, visual, and effective.
- Fun for children, effective for parents
Kids enjoy flipping colorful cards with letters and pictures, while parents see real progress in early reading and vocabulary. - More than just A–Z
Each letter comes with three different objects, so children learn faster and apply sounds to many words, not just one. - Confidence from the very first word
Children love guessing the word before flipping the card — a playful way to build memory, confidence, and pride. - Perfectly designed for little hands
Big letters, bright images, and simple taps make learning stress-free and engaging for young learners. - Short and meaningful practice
Just 5–10 minutes a day builds strong habits without overwhelming your child, making learning part of their daily routine. - Bridge between home and school
Parents can practice at home using the same cards teachers use in class — reinforcing skills and building confidence together. - Learning styles combined
Visual images, printed words, and oral practice all work together, helping every child learn in the way that suits them best. - Ready for today’s classrooms
Project the cards for group activities, chants, and quick warm-ups — making lessons interactive and fun.
Benefits of the First Steps Vocabulary App
CEFR Cambridge Pre-A1 • Beginner-friendly • English ↔ বাংলা support
- ✔All-skills foundation for early learners
Children build core skills through reading words with examples, listening and repeating with built-in audio, and speaking practice—supported by simple grammar awareness via Grammar Keys. - ✔English ↔ বাংলা meanings for faster understanding
Every entry shows a clear বাংলা meaning so beginners grasp new words without switching apps or guessing. - ✔Hear it, then say it
A one-tap play button reads the word and its example aloud, helping children model correct pronunciation and rhythm—and replay as needed. - ✔Search & filter to focus learning
Powerful search plus child-friendly filters (Nouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Prepositions, Pronouns, Determiners, Question words, Exclamations, Useful words) let teachers and parents target exactly what a child needs today. - ✔Example sentences that make words “real”
Short, simple examples show how each word is used, turning isolated vocabulary into meaningful language children can copy and speak. - ✔Grammar Keys that build confidence
A compact Grammar Keys panel explains parts of speech in both English and বাংলা (e.g., adj, adv, conj), strengthening early grammar awareness without overwhelming learners. - ✔Pre-A1 aligned and classroom-ready
Clearly labeled as First Steps — Pre-A1, the content aligns with CEFR Cambridge standards and is easy to project or share for group practice. - ✔Responsive, tap-friendly design
Looks clean and works smoothly on mobiles, tablets, and desktops—perfect for home use and classroom projection.
