Class 1 Cambridge Primary Computing Learner's Book 1 (Session 2027-28)

Cambridge Primary Computing Learner's Book 1 by Jon Chippindall, Ben Davies and Isabella Lieghio is the first computing coursebook in the Cambridge Primary series. It has a light blue cover showing three children programming Bee-Bot floor robots, and four units: computational thinking and programming, managing data, networks and digital communication, and computer systems. This page is written for parents and teachers planning for the 2027-28 session.

Exams Book House, Shop Number 4, Al Fazal Market, Urdu Bazar, Lahore, supplies it with cash on delivery across Pakistan and delivery to the Gulf countries.

Quick facts about this book

• Title on the cover: Cambridge Primary Computing – Learner's Book 1
• Authors: Jon Chippindall, Ben Davies and Isabella Lieghio
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press · "Digital access" tab on the cover
• Badge on the cover: Cambridge Assessment International Education – Endorsed for full syllabus coverage
• ISBN on our list: 9781009296984 (always compare with your school's book list)
• Structure: 4 units with 11 lessons, a glossary (page 146) and acknowledgements (page 151)
• Class: Class 1 / Stage 1 · ages about 5 to 6
• Session: 2027-28

What is this book?

It is the student book for the first year of computing in the Cambridge Primary programme. Computing for a Class 1 child does not mean sitting at a screen all day. The cover shows what it means instead: children working on a floor mat, giving directions to small robots and learning that a computer follows exact steps. The book teaches this idea through games, pictures and short tasks, and many activities can be done without a computer.

A note for teachers on the contents page explains how the book works with digital resources. A symbol in the book shows where extra digital-only content is needed. This is reached through the Digital Learner's Book on Cambridge GO, either from the Media tab or directly from the page. The source files can be downloaded from the Source files tab on Cambridge GO, and that tab also has a teacher guidance document that supports the digital activities and programming tasks. Please ask your school how it uses these resources.

Contents of Learner's Book 1 (with page numbers)

What children learn, unit by unit

1. Computational thinking and programming (page 9). The longest unit starts with algorithms, the idea of a set of steps, which are all around us in everyday life. Children then meet Bee-Bot, a floor robot that moves when you give it commands, predict what happens next and learn to spot and fix a bug in a set of instructions.
2. Managing data (page 60). Using data and collecting data. At this age it is about sorting and counting things, such as the colours of cars or favourite foods, and showing the results.
3. Networks and digital communication (page 91). Getting connected and an introduction to the internet. Children learn simple ideas about how devices connect and share information.
4. Computer systems (page 113). Types of technology, ins and outs (the things that put information into a computer, and the things that give it out) and "Bots everywhere!", which looks at robots in the world around us.

Who should buy this book?

• Parents of Class 1 children whose schools use Cambridge Primary Computing and name Learner's Book 1.
• Teachers who plan computing lessons and want a structured book for beginners.
• Tutors who introduce young children to computational thinking.

Why this book?

It teaches thinking skills, not only button pressing. The idea of an algorithm and of debugging helps with maths, reading and problem solving. The Bee-Bot lessons are especially memorable because children can move a real robot. Because the book is built for beginners, it uses plenty of pictures and very short tasks.

When is it used?

Schools usually teach the four units in order across the year, starting with unit 1 and finishing with the robots in unit 4. The first unit is the longest, with four lessons that cover about 50 pages.

How to help your child with it

• Play "robot and programmer" at home: one person gives step-by-step directions and the other follows them exactly.
• Ask your child to explain steps for a simple job, such as washing hands, and find the "bug" if a step is missing.
• Count and sort toys or fruit together and make a simple picture chart.
• Talk about the devices you use at home, and which are "ins" (keyboard, camera) and which are "outs" (screen, speaker).

Is it right for session 2027-28?

If your school's 2027-28 list names Cambridge Primary Computing Learner's Book 1, this is the book. We supply the newest printing we receive; send us your list on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we can get for you.

Matching and similar books — check your school's course

• Class 2 Oxford Computing Student Book 2, a different computing series for the next class. Do not mix series; check which your school uses.
• Class 1 Cambridge Primary English Workbook 1 (Pakistan), the English workbook for the same class.
• Class 1 Cambridge Primary Science Workbook 1, the science workbook for the same class.
• STEM/AI Projects, Activities and Challenges (Prep), a hands-on activity book for the early years.

Buy it in Urdu Bazar, Lahore

• Shop: Exams Book House, Shop Number 4, Al Fazal Market, Urdu Bazar, Lahore 54000
• Urdu Bazar Lahore book shop number: 0317 4846676 (call or WhatsApp)
• Open: Monday to Saturday, 9 AM – 9 PM; closed on Sunday
• Delivery: all over Pakistan with cash on delivery, and to the Gulf countries

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Frequently asked questions

Is Learner's Book 1 right for 2027-28?

Yes, if your school's 2027-28 list names the Cambridge Primary Computing Learner's Book 1.

Do children need a computer to use it?

Many activities can be done without a computer, but some digital content is available through Cambridge GO. Ask your school how it uses the digital access.

Which class is it for?

Class 1, which Cambridge calls Stage 1.

How many units are there?

Four units with eleven lessons, listed above with page numbers.

Do you deliver outside Lahore?

Yes, all over Pakistan with cash on delivery, and to the Gulf countries. WhatsApp 0317 4846676.

Inside the book — contents and sample pages