Spanish ab initio for the IB Diploma Grammar and Skills Workbook Second Edition (NYP Due May 2027)

Spanish ab initio for the IB Diploma Grammar and Skills Workbook, Second Edition (First Assessment 2029)

Give beginners a solid foundation in Spanish with the companion workbook to the Spanish ab initio for the IB DiplomaSecond Edition Student Book. Written by Kasturi Bagwe and Daniel Muñoz González and published by Hachette Learning, this edition is fully updated for the revised IB Language ab initio guide. That course is first taught in August 2027 and first examined in May 2029.

Why Students and Teachers Choose This Workbook

• Built for the new syllabus: updated in line with the latest IB Diploma Programme Language ab initio subject guide.
• Matches the Student Book: tied to the Second Edition coursebook, so it works for classwork, homework or self-study.
• Grammar from the ground up: structured practice that helps beginners learn the essential grammar of the ab initio course and use it accurately.
• Reading and writing skills: activities that build the skills students need for the written and oral assessments.
• Confidence for exams: regular, focused practice helps beginners move from the basics to assessment-ready Spanish.

Who It’s For

This workbook is for IB Diploma students taking Spanish ab initio, the course for students with little or no previous experience of Spanish. It’s also a ready-made source of grammar and skills practice for IB Spanish teachers using the Second Edition Student Book. Students who already have a background in Spanish should choose the Spanish B resources instead.

Product Details

• Title: Spanish ab initio for the IB Diploma Grammar and Skills Workbook, Second Edition
• Authors: Kasturi Bagwe and Daniel Muñoz González
• Publisher: Hachette Learning
• ISBN-13: 9781036022495
• Format: Paperback, 96 pages
• Publication date: 30 April 2027 (pre-order now)
• Course: IB Diploma Programme, Language ab initio: Spanish (first teaching 2027, first assessment 2029)
• Companion title: Spanish ab initio for the IB Diploma, Second Edition Student Book (ISBN 9781036022532)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this workbook for the new IB Spanish ab initio syllabus?

Yes. The Second Edition covers the revised IB Language ab initio guide, first taught in August 2027 and first assessed in May 2029.

Do I need the First or Second Edition?

Choose the Second Edition if you sit IB Spanish ab initio exams in May 2029 or later. If your exams are in 2028 or earlier, you follow the previous guide, and the First Edition is likely the better fit.

Does it go with the Spanish ab initio Student Book?

Yes. It’s designed to be used alongside the Spanish ab initio for the IB Diploma Second Edition Student Book.

Is it suitable for complete beginners?

Yes. Spanish ab initio is the IB course for students who are new to the language, and this workbook builds grammar and skills step by step.

Is it suitable for Spanish B?

No. This workbook is for Spanish ab initio. Hachette Learning publishes a separate Spanish B Grammar and Skills Workbook.