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A communication-oriented grammar series
From grammar panic to a working map of Russian grammar.
Russian grammar often feels like a collection of endings, exceptions, and isolated rules.
Active Russian Grammar helps serious adult learners see the system first, practise it systematically, and use it in meaningful communication.
Volume 1: Cases Available now
Volume 2 Currently in development
A1–A2+ Print and digital formats Classroom and independent use
The Volume 1 demo includes Lessons 33–42 on the dative case. Volume 2 is currently in development, and its planned contents may be refined during production.
Available now Volume 1: Cases
Series in development Volume 2 in production
BUILT FOR REAL TEACHING
Serious grammar. Clear structure. Active use.
Active Russian Grammar combines clear explanation, systematic practice, and meaningful language use in one flexible system. Use it as a complete grammar companion or integrate it into an existing A1–A2+ curriculum.
- Includes
- Clear, bite-size explanations
- 60 structured grammar topics
- 5,000+ practice items
- Real-life examples and engaging exercises
- Grammar tables for quick reference
- Audio, answer keys, and introductory videos
- Online tests and additional digital practice
- Resources for revision, homework, and self-study
- Perfect for
- Universities and colleges
- Institutional language programs
- Intensive adult courses
- Semester-based and continuing education programs
- Classroom, blended, and flipped learning
- Homework and guided self-study
- Grammar review and exam preparation
- Integration with an existing A1–A2+ curriculum
One Methodology. Multiple Formats.
Start with Print. Extend Digitally.
About the authors
Alla Chernyshova and Stanislav Chernyshov are internationally recognized authors and educators in the field of Russian as a foreign language. They are the creators of Poekhali!, one of the most widely used and best-selling Russian textbook series for adult learners.
Both graduates of St. Petersburg State University, they have over twenty years of teaching experience in language schools, universities, and international educational programs. Over the years, they have taught Russian to students, professionals, diplomats, journalists, and executives from dozens of countries and cultural backgrounds.
Today, Alla and Stanislav work with universities and educational institutions across Europe and teach adult learners both in the classroom and online. They are regular speakers at international conferences and lead teacher-training workshops focused on effective, communication-driven language instruction.
In addition to Poekhali!, they are also the authors of Active Russian Grammar, a comprehensive grammar reference for adult learners that reflects the same teaching philosophy: combining clear structure, functional explanations, and real-life usage.
Their approach integrates grammatical accuracy with meaningful communication, helping learners not only understand how Russian works, but also use it confidently in real-world contexts. This philosophy underlies both Poekhali! and Active Russian Grammar and continues to shape how Russian is taught to adults worldwide.
Both graduates of St. Petersburg State University, they have over twenty years of teaching experience in language schools, universities, and international educational programs. Over the years, they have taught Russian to students, professionals, diplomats, journalists, and executives from dozens of countries and cultural backgrounds.
Today, Alla and Stanislav work with universities and educational institutions across Europe and teach adult learners both in the classroom and online. They are regular speakers at international conferences and lead teacher-training workshops focused on effective, communication-driven language instruction.
In addition to Poekhali!, they are also the authors of Active Russian Grammar, a comprehensive grammar reference for adult learners that reflects the same teaching philosophy: combining clear structure, functional explanations, and real-life usage.
Their approach integrates grammatical accuracy with meaningful communication, helping learners not only understand how Russian works, but also use it confidently in real-world contexts. This philosophy underlies both Poekhali! and Active Russian Grammar and continues to shape how Russian is taught to adults worldwide.
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