Grounded in the Croatian socioeducational context, this impressive volume has relevance beyond the borders of a single country. It draws on contemporary theories in finding support for a complex, dynamic process of primary English development. It also contributes important lessons concerning new learner characteristics, such as their digital literacy, which teachers and researchers alike would do well to heed. I have learned a great deal! -- Diane Larsen-Freeman, Professor Emerita, University of Michigan, USA This edited volume showcases eight studies on key issues of early EFL learning that are addressed from multiple theoretical perspectives and expertly assembled into a coherent and inspiring text culminating in a conceptually sound model of early EFL learning. Here, finally, is a book - accessible to a world-wide readership - documenting the notable contribution Croatian experts have made to the understanding of early EFL learning dynamics that stems from the decades-long dedication to this topic. -- Visnja Pavicic Takac, University of Osijek, Croatia This volume offers valuable insight into the nature and dynamics of EFL acquisition and formal instruction from a first-hand experience of a language classroom. It is my sincere hope that this book, a very interesting publication not only for primary EFL researchers but also for in-service and prospective teachers, will be both a refreshing and thought-provoking read. -- Anna Parr-Modrzejewska, University of Lodz, Poland * SSLLT 6 (2). 2016. 339-343 *