Books & Resources
Books Built for Language Teachers Who Want to Teach Better
Practical frameworks, classroom strategies, and teaching insights for teachers working with Comprehensible Input.
CI · Newest Release
The Triangle
The Triangle serves as a foundational Comprehensible Input (CI) curriculum for all novice language learners. It provides activities that mirror how children learn their first language: through Comprehensible Input. The approach uses simple, fun activities to make learning fun and stress-free. For students ranging from 9-18 years of age. If you are new to CI, this is the book.
$49
CI · A No Planning Approach
The Star 1
More than just a new CI resource, the Star 1 and 2 books redefine the language curriculum. Grounded fully in SLA research and ACTFL’s Three Modes of Communication, the Star approach prioritizes real-world interaction over rote memorization. Designed for high school levels 1 and 2, the Star 1 aligns with national standards while removing the stress of lesson planning, creating an inclusive classroom where every student feels that they belong.
$49
CI · For Upper Levels
The Star 2
Elevate your CI classroom with Individually Created Images (ICIs). While One Word Images are great for beginners, this book offers the advanced complexity needed to keep Level 3 and 4 students fully engaged. These proven strategies are designed to prevent burnout and support a long-term teaching career—check out educator success stories at benslavic.com.
$49
CI · Best For Middle School
The Square
Designed specifically for middle school World Language programs, this book is ideal for both short survey courses and year-long eighth-grade classes. As the profession shifts away from rote memorization and worksheets, this curriculum embraces comprehension-based instruction that prioritizes meaning over structure. By providing low-pressure, high-fun activities, this book helps teachers uplift students through vibrant, authentic language.
$49
CI · How to Explain CI To Your Students
The Poster Support Scripts Book with Set of 8 Posters
While many teachers shy away from explaining Comprehensible Input (CI) to their students, transparency is actually the key to gaining their buy-in. Using these scripts during the first two weeks of school helps students understand the “why” behind your methods, leading to better focus and engagement. Supplementing this with clear posters and rules removes any ambiguity for disengaged learners. Additionally, the PSS book equips you with a professional metacognitive vocabulary, making it easy to provide clear, instant talking points for parent emails and administrator evaluations. Includes the set of 8 posters.
$49
CI · Best Seller
The Big CI Book
As Teacher’s Discovery’s all-time bestseller, The Big CI Book is packed with strategies designed for teachers who have struggled to make TPRS work. Because it includes some legacy TPRS methods, it is best suited for experienced practitioners rather than those just starting out on their CI journey. As one teacher put it: “After years of confusion, this book finally helped me make sense of TPRS.”
$89
CI & TPRS · Anne Matava’s Best
97 Story Scripts
Dr. Stephen Krashen’s research highlights that compelling comprehensible input is the key to successful language acquisition. Anne Matava’s 97 Story Scripts offers a practical way to apply this through collaborative storytelling. These scripts provide a reliable framework that balances student creativity and humor within a structured narrative. This setup ensures a high-quality lesson even when student engagement lags, relieving the teacher of the need to carry the narrative alone.
$49
TPRS & CI · foundation training
TPRS in a Year!
Ben’s first book on CI can be of great support to those still doing TPRS. It is highly adaptable, allowing teachers to tailor it to their personal style, classroom needs, or even existing textbooks. Despite the depth and complexity of TPRS, this approach ensures that teachers can achieve their specific learning goals. Furthermore, applying these methods strengthens traditional teaching techniques. Written in 2007, the book remains aligned with established TPRS principles.
$49
TPRS & CI · Foundation training
PQA in a Wink!
PQA in a Wink! offers a simplified, flexible approach to Personalized Questions and Answers (PQA) for teachers still doing TPRS. Designed to fit into any TPRS curriculum, these easy-to-use activities focus on building student rapport through play and communication. For overwhelmed teachers, it offers a practical framework that skips complex theory and gets straight to real-world classroom results.
$49