Top deck is a two-level course which bridges the gap between primary and secondary language learning. The course takes the highly successful story-based approach of primary courses as a basis and introduces the common features of secondary courses so pupils are best prepared for secondary school learning. They develop both language skills and learner confidence and independence. Key features include an illustrated story which introduces the main vocabulary and the 'topic of the unit' pages which focus on cross-curricular content learning. The 'Language Stop' section actively encourages pupils to discover language and work out rules for themselves. Task-based activities written in-line with the CEF, practise and develop the four skills. Each unit finishes with the 'Skills Ticket', designed specifically to focus on skills training.