A Tale of the English Tenses

English tenses the fun way!

Discover a different way to learn English grammar — through stories, colourful characters and a little adventure.

Meet Mr Tense, a character who is struggling to use English tenses correctly. Follow his journey as he meets a collection of colourful characters, each with something important to teach him. Through their encounters, the English tenses begin to make sense in a way that's engaging, memorable and fun.

With lively illustrations and helpful colour-coding throughout, this story-based book introduces English tenses in a fresh and enjoyable way. At the end of each story, a mini test gives you the chance to check your understanding and practise what you've learned.

And the learning doesn't stop when the story ends!

YOUR EXCLUSIVE JG ENGLISH PDF EDITION INCLUDES BONUS A2-LEVEL EXERCISES!

Inspired by the stories in the book, these extra activities encourage you to explore English in different ways. Practise useful grammar, revisit new vocabulary and strengthen your overall English skills — all while building on the language you've encountered in Mr Tense's adventures.

Whether you're studying independently or using the book with a teacher, these bonus exercises offer a fun and practical way to reinforce your learning.

WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR?

Ideal for pre-intermediate learners (A2) and above, this book is suitable for independent study or classroom use. It's designed for learners of all ages who want to understand English tenses without relying on grammar explanations and exercises alone.

And if you'd like to take your learning further, Books 2 and 3 in the series offer a more detailed exploration of English tenses.

Meet Mr Tense. Discover the tenses. Make English grammar fun!