Callan's Thematic Jigsaws 1 is aimed at beginner adult ESL and Callan's Thematic Jigsaws 2 is aimed at high beginner and intermediate adult ESL.  

These photocopiable books of group stories and exercises transform the classroom into a hub of communicative, co-operative activity, with very little preparation required by the teacher.   

Stories focus on vocabulary building along common themes and stimulate discussion through controversial questions in the areas of relationships and ethics. 

Themes addressed in this book include: 

*family relationships

*health

*transportation (driving, taking a bus and taking a plane)

*immigration and adjusting to life in a new country

*shopping

*personal descriptions

*banking

*housing

*daily routines

*gender roles and housework