Description & Features

These best-selling, academic skills texts systematically develop students' reading and vocabulary skills through engaging themes and intensive practice. Students learn successful reading strategies and are further prompted to build proficiency in their writing, listening, and speaking skills.

• New and updated readings on topics of general and academic interest.
• Students practice critical reading skills such as skimming, scanning, and more.
• New CNN® video clips and activities expand the theme of each unit and provide authentic input.
• New Internet activities encourage students to use the Web.
• New ExamView® Pro Test Generating Software allows instructors to create custom tests and quizzes.
• New audio tapes or audio CDs contain the readings.
• Instructor’s Manuals include general teaching suggestions, answer keys and video scripts.