5th Grade Reference Book Workbook Gakken Science I don't think there are any written notes or tears. Includes flashcards. Z-kai Workbook English Includes CD. There are some scratches, but it played fine. It might be difficult to hear depending on your player. There were pencil marks from page 6 to 22, which I erased with an eraser. I've uploaded photos of a few spots: 10, 11, 12. Neither book is the latest edition, so the content may differ. Please check and understand before purchasing.