Family and Friends (2nd edition) is a popular and widely used English language teaching (ELT) textbook series for primary school children, published by Oxford University Press. It's designed to provide a comprehensive and fun learning experience for young learners. The series is built around a clear, structured syllabus that focuses on developing a child's core language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It places a strong emphasis on phonics and grammar, using a step-by-step approach to build a solid foundation.