Mini Trainer (PDFs, Resources)
Pre A1 Starters
Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer Answer Keys.pdf
Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer Audio.zip
Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer Lesson Plan.zip
Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer.pdf – Sample: Click
A1 Movers
Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer Answer Key.pdf
Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer Audio.zip
Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer Lesson Plan.zip
Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer.pdf – Sample: Click
A2 Flyers
Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer Answer Keys.pdf
Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer Audio.zip
Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer Lesson Plan.zip
Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer.pdf – Sample: Click
Overview of the “Mini Trainer” by Cambridge
Contents
| ✅ Coursebook: | Mini Trainer |
| ✅ Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| ✅ English type: | International English |
| ✅ For: | Exam, Primary School |
| ✅ Levels: | Pre A1, A1, A2 |
| ✅ Publication year: | 2019 |
The Mini Trainer series by Cambridge is a set of compact practice books designed to help young learners prepare gently and confidently for the Cambridge English Qualifications for Young Learners – Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers and A2 Flyers. Each level of the series is aligned to the corresponding exam and CEFR level (Pre A1–A2) and is aimed at beginner to elementary children, roughly in the 6–12 age range.
Every Mini Trainer book includes two full-colour practice tests that mirror the real exam format. The first test is presented as Training + Exam Practice: tasks are scaffolded with clear guidance, exam tips and friendly QR-activated character support or animations that walk children and parents through each part of the test. This helps learners understand task types step by step and reduces exam anxiety.
The second test is a complete run-through with standard exam-style tasks, ideal for checking progress and giving learners a realistic exam experience. Across both tests, children practise Listening, Reading and Writing (and become familiar with Speaking task formats), using engaging visuals and child-friendly topics. Audio is available via download/QR, and answer keys are provided online so teachers and parents can easily mark work and track development.
Overall, Mini Trainers are best seen as short, focused exam books:
- small and easy to fit into a course or extra class time
- clearly targeted at one exam level each
- designed to build confidence, not overwhelm young learners
They work well alongside a main coursebook (e.g. Kid’s Box, Fun Skills, Storyfun) to give children exactly the exam practice they need before taking Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers or A2 Flyers.
Overview of the “Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer”
“Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer” is a focused exam-preparation book from Cambridge designed especially for children taking the Cambridge English: Pre A1 Starters test (YLE Starters). It gives very young learners gentle, step-by-step practice with the real exam format so they feel confident and relaxed on test day rather than worried.
Target learners & exam focus
The book is written for children at Pre-A1 level on the CEFR, typically in the early years of primary school who are just starting to learn English. It closely follows the official Cambridge Pre A1 Starters exam, so every task type and skill focus reflects what learners will actually see in Listening, Reading & Writing and the Speaking test.
By working through the Mini Trainer, children become familiar with:
- The style of instructions and rubrics used in the real exam
- Common task types (picture-based listening, matching, colouring, simple reading and writing tasks)
- The characters, objects and everyday topics that appear regularly in Pre A1 Starters papers
This familiarity is crucial for very young test-takers, who often struggle more with format than with language knowledge.
What’s inside the Mini Trainer?
Inside the Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer you’ll find two full-colour practice tests that look and feel like real exam papers.
Test 1 – Training and Exam Practice
- Every part of the test (Listening, Reading & Writing, plus the format of Speaking) is broken down with Training sections.
- Children get clear guidance on how to tackle each task, including examples, model answers and tips.
- There are friendly online character animations linked by QR/audio which explain each part of the test in a child-friendly way and help parents understand what’s happening too.
- This “training + practice” approach reduces anxiety and shows children exactly what they are expected to do.
Test 2 – Full Exam Practice
- A complete, exam-style paper without step-by-step training, used as a mock test.
- Ideal for checking progress, estimating readiness for the real exam and identifying which parts still need more practice.
Both tests are printed in full colour, with attractive pictures and child-friendly design that keep young learners engaged.
Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer
Audio, answer keys and teacher/parent support
The Mini Trainer comes with downloadable audio for all Listening tasks, so you can play the recordings from a computer, tablet or phone.
- Audio download / QR: Makes it easy to use at home or in class without extra CDs.
- Answers online: The answer key is provided on Cambridge’s website, so teachers and parents can mark the tests quickly and accurately and track children’s improvement over time.
Because the key and audio are online, the printed book stays compact and simple for children to carry.
How teachers and parents can use it
The Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer is very flexible and can be used:
- Alongside a main coursebook (e.g. Power Up, Fun Skills, Kid’s Box, Storyfun) for targeted exam preparation.
- In short exam clubs or extra classes to give two focused practice tests during the term.
- At home as revision material for parents who want to help their children prepare but need clear, ready-made tasks.
- As a diagnostic tool at the start or end of a course to see how well learners handle real exam-style tasks.
Because it only contains two tests, it fits comfortably into any syllabus without taking over the whole course, but still gives enough exposure to the exam format to make a real difference.
In summary, Cambridge Pre A1 Starters Mini Trainer is a compact but powerful resource: two realistic Pre A1 Starters practice tests, supported by training tasks, tips, online animations, audio and answer keys. It is ideal for teachers and parents who want gentle, focused and child-friendly preparation that builds real exam confidence for very young learners.
Overview of the “Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer”
Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer is an official Cambridge exam-preparation book designed especially for children getting ready for the Cambridge English: A1 Movers test (YLE Movers). It offers gentle, focused practice so young learners can become familiar with the exam format, build confidence and reduce anxiety before taking the real test.
Target learners and exam level
- Level: A1 on the CEFR (second level in the Young Learners Exams: Starters → Movers → Flyers)
- Age group: Early primary / primary children who already know basic English and are moving beyond beginner level
- Exam covered: Official Cambridge A1 Movers exam (Listening, Reading & Writing, and Speaking format)
All tasks are modelled on real A1 Movers papers, so learners practise exactly the same task types, rubrics and question styles they will see on test day.
What’s inside the A1 Movers Mini Trainer?
Inside the book there are two full-colour practice tests:
1. Test 1 – Training & Exam Practice
This first test is presented as a combination of Training plus Exam Practice, ideal for step-by-step preparation:
- Training sections introduce each part of the exam and show children how to do the tasks.
- Sample items, guided examples and simple tips help learners understand what they have to listen for, read or write.
- Friendly online character animations (accessed via QR / online links) explain each exam part visually and orally, which is very helpful for both children and parents.
- After the training stage, pupils try the same parts again in Exam Practice mode, but now more independently, as in the real exam.
This structure is particularly useful for young learners who may be nervous or unfamiliar with exam formats.
2. Test 2 – Full Exam Practice
The second test is a complete A1 Movers mock exam:
- All three papers (Listening; Reading & Writing; plus the format of Speaking) are presented in standard exam style.
- There is no step-by-step training in this test, making it ideal as a final practice before the real exam or as a progress check partway through a course.
Because both tests are printed in full colour with engaging illustrations, they are visually appealing and help maintain children’s interest throughout the tasks.
Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer
Skills and task types covered
The A1 Movers Mini Trainer gives practice in the full range of skills assessed in the Movers exam:
- Listening: picture-based listening tasks, matching, ticking, colouring, writing words and numbers, understanding short dialogues and monologues.
- Reading & Writing:
- identifying correct/incorrect words
- matching prompts to pictures
- reading short texts and completing sentences
- writing words or short phrases
- Speaking format awareness: although the learners will practise speaking live with a teacher or partner, the tasks and pictures help them understand what will happen in the speaking test (answering simple questions, describing pictures, short personal questions, etc.).
By using realistic exam-style tasks, children gradually learn to manage timing, follow instructions and recognise common vocabulary and structures used in A1 Movers.
Audio, answer keys and online support
The Mini Trainer is supported by audio downloads and online answer keys:
- Audio download: All Listening recordings are available online (and often via QR codes), so you can play them from a phone, tablet or computer without needing a physical CD.
- Answer keys online: Teachers and parents can access complete answer keys on Cambridge platforms or accompanying resources pages, making it easy to mark the tests and track progress.
- Some resources also provide audio scripts for the recordings, useful for post-listening analysis and extra reading practice.
This online support keeps the printed book compact and child-friendly, while still providing everything adults need to evaluate performance.
How teachers and parents can use it
The Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer is flexible and can be integrated into different study plans:
- Alongside a main coursebook (e.g. Fun Skills, Kid’s Box, Power Up, Storyfun) as targeted exam practice during the term.
- In exam-preparation clubs or short intensive courses, where you might:
- use Test 1 (Training & Exam Practice) early in the course to introduce the exam and identify weak areas
- use Test 2 (Exam Practice) closer to the exam date as a realistic mock test
- At home, for parents who want a clear, structured resource to help their children get used to the exam format without having to design extra materials themselves.
- As diagnostic or placement material, to see how comfortably learners handle Movers-level tasks and whether they are ready to move on to A2 Flyers later.
Because there are just two tests, the Mini Trainer fits easily into busy timetables while still providing enough practice to make a clear difference in exam readiness.
Summary
Cambridge A1 Movers Mini Trainer is a compact but complete exam-preparation resource for young learners at A1 level. With:
- two full-colour practice tests
- a training + practice structure in Test 1
- a realistic full exam in Test 2
- downloadable audio and online answer keys
it offers gentle, confidence-building preparation for the Cambridge A1 Movers exam, supporting both teachers in class and parents at home.
Overview of the “Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer”
Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer with Audio Download is an official exam-preparation book from Cambridge University Press, written by Frances Treloar and first published in 2019. It is designed to give young learners gentle, focused preparation for the Cambridge English: A2 Flyers exam (the highest level in the Young Learners English – YLE – suite).
The book is slim and child-friendly (around 72 pages, full colour), making it easy to slot into any course or to use at home without overwhelming learners.
Target learners and exam level
- Exam: Cambridge English A2 Flyers (YLE Flyers – new 2020 format)
- Level: A2 on the CEFR (after Pre A1 Starters and A1 Movers)
- Age range: Primary learners who have already studied English for several years and are ready for simple real-world communication
The tasks in the Mini Trainer follow the official Flyers exam format, so learners practise the same styles of questions, instructions and visuals that they will meet in Listening, Reading & Writing and the format of the Speaking test.
This focus on authenticity helps children:
- Understand what will happen in the real exam
- Get used to the layout and timing of each paper
- Build confidence by seeing familiar task types on exam day
Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer
What’s inside the A2 Flyers Mini Trainer?
Inside the A2 Flyers Mini Trainer there are two full-colour practice tests. Both look very similar to real Flyers papers and use lively illustrations and child-friendly topics.
1. Test 1 – Training & Exam Practice
The first test is split into Training sections followed by Exam Practice:
- Training sections introduce each part of the Flyers exam step by step.
- Learners see model questions, sample answers and short explanations of what to do.
- There are friendly online character animations (accessed via QR codes / links) that explain each part of the test in simple English, supporting both children and parents.
- After the guided Training, pupils move on to the Exam Practice version of the same paper, where they try the tasks more independently, in a realistic exam-style layout.
This structure is ideal for learners who are new to Cambridge exams or feel nervous about testing; it shows them how to approach each part before asking them to perform under exam conditions.
2. Test 2 – Full Exam Practice
The second test is a complete Flyers mock exam:
- All parts of Listening, Reading & Writing are presented in standard exam format.
- There is no extra training on the page, so children experience a true “run-through” of the exam from start to finish.
- Teachers and parents can use this test to evaluate progress, estimate exam readiness and identify skills that still need support.
Because both tests are printed in full colour, with attractive pictures, the tasks feel more like a storybook activity than a dry exam paper, which helps maintain motivation.
Skills and task types covered
The A2 Flyers Mini Trainer gives practice in all skill areas tested in the real exam:
- Listening
- Understanding short dialogues and monologues related to everyday topics
- Matching pictures and names, colouring, drawing simple objects
- Writing words, numbers or short information based on what they hear
- Reading & Writing
- Short texts with multiple-choice or true/false tasks
- Matching sentences to pictures
- Completing sentences or forms with single words or short phrases
- Writing missing words in a text or short answers using familiar vocabulary
- Speaking format awareness
- Although the speaking test is taken with an examiner, the pictures and tasks in the Mini Trainer familiarise children with what will happen: describing pictures, answering personal questions, talking about daily routines, hobbies, etc.
Through repeated exposure to these tasks, learners develop not only language knowledge (vocabulary, grammar) but also exam strategies: reading the rubric carefully, checking answers, managing time and staying calm.
Audio, answer keys and online resources
One of the key strengths of the A2 Flyers Mini Trainer is its integrated audio and online support:
- Audio download: All Listening recordings are available online as audio download, so you can play them easily from a phone, tablet or computer. There is no need for a separate CD.
- Online answer keys: Answers for the tests are provided online, allowing teachers and parents to correct work quickly and reliably and to track learners’ scores over time.
Some companion resources and shared teacher materials also include answer key PDFs and sometimes audio scripts, which can be used for extra analysis and reading practice.
How teachers and parents can use the book
The Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer is flexible and can be used in different contexts:
- In class, alongside a main coursebook
- Combine it with general YLE courses such as Kid’s Box, Fun Skills or other primary series. Use individual parts of the tests as exam-style tasks during the term, or run one complete test at the end of a unit or term.
- In exam-preparation courses or clubs
- Use Test 1 (Training + Exam Practice) in the first half of the course to introduce the exam, teach strategies and build confidence.
- Use Test 2 as a mock exam closer to the test date to simulate the real exam experience and give targeted feedback.
- At home with parents
- Parents can go through the Training sections together with their children, watch the character animations, then let them attempt the Exam Practice pages. Using the online answer key, parents can see which parts their child finds difficult and decide what to review.
- For assessment and placement
- Teachers can use one of the tests at the beginning or end of the school year to check whether pupils are functioning comfortably at A2 Flyers level and when they might be ready to move on to higher exams (such as A2 Key for Schools later on).
Because the book is short and tightly focused (only two tests but with rich support), it fits easily into busy timetables and works well as a bridge between regular classwork and the real Cambridge exam.
Summary
Cambridge A2 Flyers Mini Trainer with Audio Download is a concise but powerful preparation tool for the A2 Flyers exam. With:
- two full-colour practice tests
- Training + Exam Practice in the first test
- a realistic full mock exam in the second
- downloadable audio and online answer keys
- friendly character animations that guide children and parents
it offers confidence-building, child-friendly exam practice that helps young learners feel ready, calm and well prepared for their Cambridge A2 Flyers test.
