Envol represents a new option for motivated learners of French. It may be used in two ways: as a self-contained course for 14-16 years old, Envol offers a stimulating direct route to higher levels of GCSE and to Standard Grade (credit) in a single volume; as the first stage in a 14-18 programme, Envol lays a firm foundation for further studies, providing the linguistic, grammatical and study skills needed. Envol leads into the advanced level course Essor. Envol covers all key topic areas, and includes a special focus on: the francophone world; the world of work (with video option); contemporary poetry and fiction; grammar and pronunciation; opinion-giving and debate; dictionary and study skills.