Endorsed Resources for

University of
Cambridge
International
Examinations
2008/9
 Dear Teacher,
Make choosing the best resources for your school simple and straightforward.
Inside this catalogue you’ll find a comprehensive list of books and electronic resources,
endorsed by University of Cambridge International Examinations. This includes the
popular Checkpoint series and a variety of IGCSE titles.
Each title has been produced specifically for the University of Cambridge International
Examinations and if you’re looking to buy straightaway there is information about each
title to help you make the right choice.
Ordering is easy. You can fill in the simple Order Form on the back page or you can call,
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P.S. Why not go online to find out more or to place your order? See page 9 for details.

11–14 Curriculum
Checkpoint 11–14

Checkpoint Science
Author: Peter D Riley

Resources designed and produced for University of Cambridge International Examinations

Checkpoint tests for Biology, Chemistry and Physics and other equivalent Junior Secondary
Science courses.
Pupil’s Books:
• Match the Checkpoint Science Schemes of Work
• Contain clear text and colourful illustrations and photographs to explain the
concepts
• Encourage background reading, to promote breadth of knowledge
• Lead neatly into the Cambridge IGCSEs

Teacher’s Resource Books contain:

• Answers to questions in the Pupil’s Books
• Past Checkpoint examination questions with marking guidance, to save
you time
• Photocopiable worksheets to support some activities
• ICT activities for each topic
• Practical activities and investigations (with notes for teachers and
technicians), to enhance pupils’ learning experience
• End-of-chapter tests with answers, to help you assess progress

Checkpoint Biology Checkpoint Chemistry Checkpoint Physics

Pupil’s Book Pupil’s Book Pupil’s Book
978 0 7195 8067 3 240pp $42.75 978 0 7195 8065 9 192pp $41.50 978 0 7195 8069 7 192pp $41.50
Teacher’s Resource Book Teacher’s Resource Book Teacher’s Resource Book
978 0 7195 8068 0 144pp $160.00 978 0 7195 8066 6 136pp $160.00 978 0 7195 8070 3 136pp $160.00
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 11–14 Curriculum

Checkpoint 11–14
Checkpoint Maths
Authors: Ric Pimentel and Terry Wall

These resources are endorsed by University of Cambridge

International Examinations for use with the Checkpoint Curriculum
Framework for Mathematics and are included in the Framework
Resources List. They can also be used in association with other
equivalent Junior Secondary Maths courses.

To encourage breadth of knowledge and facilitate examination success,

Checkpoint Maths:
• Matches the Checkpoint Curriculum Framework for Maths
• Contains a wealth of practice exercises, including questions from the 11–14
Checkpoint tests and end-of-section reviews
• Provides ICT activities and investigations in every section
• Covers number, algebra, shape, space and measures, data handling and
applied maths

The course leads neatly into the Cambridge IGCSE.

Checkpoint Maths
Book 1 Book 2 Book 3
978 0 340 81295 2 180pp $32.00 978 0 340 81294 5 160pp $32.00 978 0 340 81293 8 192pp $32.00

Checkpoint English
Authors: Sue Hackman and Alan Howe
Revised by: Sue Bonnett

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These resources provide full coverage of the key curriculum
requirements of the University of Cambridge International
Examinations Checkpoint tests and other equivalent Junior
Secondary English courses.

To encourage breadth of knowledge and facilitate examination success,

Checkpoint English:
• Meets the requirements of the Checkpoint English tests
• Covers reading, writing, usage, and speaking and listening
• Uses engaging texts appropriate to an international readership
• Establishes, revisits and consolidates skills through activities designed to
introduce pupils to the focus for the sequence of work, and to capture their
interest
• Builds progression into each unit of study and across the course as a whole

The Checkpoint English Audio CD consists of extracts of poetry, prose and drama
from all three books.

Checkpoint English
Book 1 Book 2 Book 3 Audio CD
978 0 340 88733 2 192pp 978 0 340 88738 7 160pp 978 0 340 88739 4 160pp 978 0 340 90780 1
$36.25 $36.25 $36.25 $80.00

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 IGCSE Science
IGCSE Science

Resources for Biology, Chemistry and Physics from the leaders

in IGCSE

IGCSE Biology, IGCSE Physics and IGCSE Chemistry are fully endorsed by
University of Cambridge International Examinations and are recommended on
their syllabus resources list. This comprehensive series includes many questions
from past IGCSE examinations.

IGCSE Biology
Author: D G Mackean

Based on the widely-used GCSE Biology, this international edition

has been adapted to provide comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of
core and supplementary topics specified in the IGCSE Biology
syllabus.

To ensure full coverage of the syllabus and help students attain optimal grades,
IGCSE Biology contains:
• New chapters on Applied Genetics, Conservation, and Observation and
Experiment
• A significantly revised chapter on Ecosystems, including information on
adaptations and factors that affect communities
• Additional information on topics such as B and T lymphocytes, infertility,
performance-enhancing hormones, fluoridation of water supplies, impact of
hunting and over-fishing, and global warming

978 0 7195 8053 6 384pp $45.50

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IGCSE Chemistry
Authors: B Earl and L D R Wilford

This international edition of the widely-used GCSE Chemistry has

been adapted to provide up-to-date, comprehensive coverage of
core and supplementary topics specified in the IGCSE Chemistry
syllabus.

To ensure full coverage of the syllabus and help students attain optimal grades,
IGCSE Chemistry contains:
• Photographs, diagrams and illustrations in full colour
• Up-to-date material, including internet research activities
• Coverage of the technological applications of chemistry, such as industrial
uses of enzymes and of hydrogen as fuel
• Practical activities in each chapter

978 0 7195 8617 0 312pp $42.75

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 IGCSE Science

IGCSE Science
IGCSE Physics
Authors: Tom Duncan and Heather Kennett

Based on the widely-used GCSE Physics, this international edition

has been adapted to provide up-to-date, comprehensive coverage
of core and supplementary topics specified in the IGCSE Physics
syllabus.

To ensure full coverage of the syllabus and help students attain optimal grades,
IGCSE Physics contains:
• A wealth of new material with superb, clear presentation, as in the previous
edition
• Investigations requiring skills such as logging data
• Practical work advice, plus suggestions for more advanced investigations

978 0 7195 7849 6 336pp $42.75

IGCSE Science Study Guides

Written by experienced teachers and examiners especially for students
preparing for the IGCSE examinations in Biology, Chemistry and Physics,
these study guides include:
• Key facts for each topic
• Explanations of common misconceptions and errors
• Sample questions and students’ answers

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• Examiners’ comments on how to improve grades
• Further questions for practice

IGCSE Study Guide for Biology

Dave Hayward
978 0 7195 7904 2 156pp $21.50

IGCSE Study Guide for Chemistry

Bob Berry
978 0 7195 7902 8 136pp $21.50

IGCSE Study Guide for Physics

Mike Folland
978 0 7195 7903 5 112pp $21.50

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 IGCSE Mathematics
IGCSE Mathematics

IGCSE Mathematics Second Edition

Authors: Ric Pimentel and Terry Wall

This second edition of the best-selling IGCSE Mathematics has been

fully updated to reflect the latest CIE IGCSE Mathematics Syllabus
(2006). It covers number, algebra, shape and space, and statistics and
probability in one volume.

• Brand new ICT sections, providing ideas for ICT activities for each chapter,
incorporate the latest developments in teaching
• Worked examples and exercises, with practice questions and full solutions, help
students to succeed in examinations
• Two short-answer Assessments enable you to monitor progress
• An Extended Section introduces further material and provides learning opportunities
for more able students
• A Review following each area of study, plus five General Reviews of the entire
syllabus, ensure that all material has been covered

978 0 340 90813 6 488pp $42.75

Core Mathematics for IGCSE Second Edition

Authors: Ric Pimentel and Terry Wall

This companion volume to IGCSE Mathematics is written by the same

highly-experienced author team specifically for candidates preparing
for the IGCSE Mathematics Core Curriculum examination. It has been
fully updated to reflect the latest CIE IGCSE Mathematics Syllabus
(2006).

• Brand new ICT sections, including ideas for ICT activities for each chapter
• Worked examples followed by many exercises, providing students with ample
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practice
• Between two and four Assessments at the end of each chapter
• Five General Reviews covering the entire syllabus
• Full solutions and an index

978 0 340 90812 9 432pp $42.75

IGCSE Revision Guide for Mathematics

Authors: John Jeskins, Jean Matthews, Howard Baxter, Mike Handbury,
Mark Patmore and Eddie Wilde
Editor: Brian Seager

This revision guide is written by experienced examiners especially for

students preparing for the IGCSE Mathematics Extended Curriculum
examination.

Designed to give students the confidence to succeed, this comprehensive guide:

• Covers every syllabus topic, with a handy checklist to aid revision planning
• Provides brief explanations of each topic followed by worked examples and
questions
• Includes numerical answers and a vocabulary list – especially useful Full model answers to the
for international students examination questions are
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978 0 340 81578 6 120pp $16.00
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 IGCSE English

IGCSE English
IGCSE English as a Second Language
Author: Alison Digger

This edition has been produced to reflect syllabus chages for

teaching from 2005 and follows the University of Cambridge
International Examinations (0500) First Language English Syllabus.
It includes revised questions as well as a new section, ‘How writers
achieve their effects’.

• Key skills are taught through examples relevant to the examination

• Includes authentic material written by students, with critical comments from a
teacher/examiner, to promote success
• Attention is paid to the importance of style and content, together with accuracy
and the correct use of different registers
• Contains an extensive database of topic-related vocabulary and ideas, to
encourage breadth of knowledge

978 0 340 92806 6 264pp $42.75

IGCSE English Second Edition

Authors: Ian Barr and John Reynolds

This edition has been produced to reflect syllabus changes for

teaching from 2005 and follows the University of Cambridge
International Examinations (0500) First Language English Syllabus.
It includes revised questions as well as a new section, 'How writers
achieve their effects'. This incorporates wording from both the
sections.

To promote success in examinations and enjoyment of English, this book:

• Contains two chapters on the skills necessary to become both a better reader
and writer

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• Provides five further detailed chapters on how these general skills are applied
to particular tasks during examination preparation and in the papers
themselves
• Pays particular attention to writing summaries Teacher’s Notes are
• Teaches skills for successful writing of essays and coursework assignments available free in PDF form at
• Provides simple examination guidelines, advice from experienced examiners www.hoddersamplepages.co.uk
and extensive use of examples taken from candidates’ work

978 0 340 88917 6 192pp $42.75

IGCSE Study Guide for

First Language English
Authors: John Reynolds and Julia Hubbard

Written especially for students preparing for the IGCSE First Language English
examinations, this study guide provides a wealth of information, including:
• Key facts for each topic
• Explanations of common misconceptions and errors
• Sample questions and students’ answers with examiners’ comments on how
to improve grades
• Further questions for practice
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 IGCSE Business Studies
IGCSE Business Studies

IGCSE Business Studies Third Edition

Authors: Karen Borrington and Peter Stimpson

Written by experienced Business Studies teachers and examiners,

IGCSE Business Studies features a special introduction for IGCSE
students with sections on study skills, exam technique, case study
work and IGCSE exam questions. It also provides complete
coverage of the Cambridge O Level Business Studies syllabus. No
prior knowledge of Business Studies is assumed.

This new edition has been fully updated, with increased use of bullet points and
tables to make the text more user-friendly.

• Case studies from relevant international business situations bring concepts and
theories to life
• An interactive approach, with frequent thinking points, activities and discussion
themes, reinforces learning
• Simple explanations of key terms aid understanding
• Practical guidance for organising individual study helps students to become
independent learners
• Revision questions and advice from examiners support the acquisition of study
skills and examination techniques
• Diagrammatic revision summaries help students to plan their learning and
exam preparation

978 0 340 92649 9 456pp $42.75

IGCSE Business Studies CD-ROM

Authors: Karen Borrington and Peter Stimpson
Endorsed by University of Cambridge International Examinations

A comprehensive ICT companion resource to the IGCSE Business Studies

coursebook, providing a wide range of interactive and downloadable facilities to
support learning and revision.

978 0 7195 7269 2 $206.75

IGCSE Study Guide for

Business Studies
Authors: Karen Borrington and Peter Stimpson

Written especially for students preparing for the IGCSE Business Studies
examinations, this study guide provides a wealth of information, including:
• Key facts for each topic
• Explanations of common misconceptions and errors
• Sample questions and students’ answers with examiners’ comments on how
to improve grades
• Further questions for practice

978 0 7195 7901 1 120pp $21.50

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 16+ Science

16+ Science & Website Information

International A/AS Level Physics
Authors: Chris Mee, Mike Crundell, Wendy Brown and Brian Arnold

International A/AS Level Physics has been developed to meet the

requirements of the University of Cambridge International
Examinations course for A and AS level Physics (9702) and is fully
endorsed. With a strong emphasis on practical skills, this text covers
the main theoretical concepts and applications of physics. Creative
thinking and problem-solving skills are also encouraged and
developed throughout the course.

• Learning outcomes are clearly defined at the beginning of each section to help
focus learning, whilst summaries at the end of the sections provide a review
of the main ideas
• A vast number of worked examples and consolidation questions throughout
provide the opportunity for regular self-assessment
• Exam-style questions help test knowledge and understanding and improve
exam performance

978 0 340 94564 3 Jan 08 472pp $58.75

Website Information

You can find full details of our international resources for all subjects at www.hoddereducation.com

Choose the International option on the left-hand side of the site and you’ll be directed to browse all the titles suitable.

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Checkpoint Science
Biology Pupil’s Book 9780719580673 $42.75
Teacher’s Resource Book 9780719580680 $160.00
Chemistry Pupil’s Book 9780719580659 $41.50
Teacher’s Resource Book 9780719580666 $160.00
Physics Pupil’s Book 9780719580697 $41.50
Teacher’s Resource Book 9780791580703 $160.00
Checkpoint Maths
Book 1 9780340812952 $32.00
Book 2 9780340812945 $32.00
Book 3 9780340812938 $32.00
Checkpoint English
Book 1 9780340887332 $36.25
Book 2 9780340887387 $36.25
Book 3 9780340887394 $36.25
Audio CD 9780340907801 $80.00
IGCSE Biology 9780719580536 $45.50
IGCSE Chemistry 9780719586170 $42.75
IGCSE Physics 9780719578496 $42.75
IGCSE Study Guides
Biology 9780719579042 $21.50
Chemistry 9780719579028 $21.50
Physics 9780719579035 $21.50
IGCSE Mathematics 9780340908136 $42.75
Core Mathematics for IGCSE 9780340908129 $42.75
IGCSE Revision Guide for Mathematics 9780340815786 $16.00
IGCSE English as a Second Language 9780340928066 $42.75
IGCSE English 2/e 9780340889176 $42.75
IGCSE Study Guide for First Language English 9780719579004 $21.50
IGCSE Business Studies 3/e 9780340926499 $42.75
IGCSE Business Studies CD-ROM 9780719572692 $206.75
IGCSE Study Guide for Business Studies 9780719579011 $21.50
International A/AS Level Physics 9780340945643 $58.75
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