(A1/1) by Lída Holá and Pavla Bořilová is a fast-paced "survival Czech" course designed to get beginners to a basic communicative level (A1/1) quickly. It is widely used in language schools but can also be adapted for self-study. 1. What’s in the Box? A standard physical set typically includes:
Grammar is intentionally simplified to focus on "survival" skills:
Introductions and basic greetings ("Dobrý den!"). Lesson 2: Orientation and directions. Lesson 3: In a restaurant (ordering and food). Lesson 4: My family and personal relationships. (A1/1) by Lída Holá and Pavla Bořilová is
Present tense conjugation (A, I, and E types), modal verbs, and the past tense.
Audio recordings for all listening exercises. 2. Lesson Structure & Topics What’s in the Box
A separate booklet in your native language (available in English, Russian, German, and others) that provides vocabulary lists, grammar explanations, and an answer key.
The course is divided into seven practically oriented lessons focused on everyday communication: Lesson 3: In a restaurant (ordering and food)
Scheduling and meeting people ("When shall we meet?"). Lesson 6: Famous Czech people and personal interests. Lesson 7: Past events ("Where were you yesterday?"). 3. Grammar Focus