Comprehensive workbook with extensive exercises targeting basic skills and communication functions that can be used for homework and classroom practice.
Presentation of vocabulary and characters designed to facilitate mastery and long-term retention
Clear jargon-free explanations that focus on all new structures and culturally-based communication strategies to facilitate independent learning and review of new material
Cross-reference between workbook activity and Use and Structure points so that students are directed to review material as they work on exercises
Instruction in the comprehension and composition of written texts so that students learn to read for comprehension and to compose extended narrative for specific purposes including giving description, making comparison, giving explanations, presenting and supporting opinions, and making hypotheses.