-4,000 English words and phrases with meaningful, real-life contexts presented within 12 thematic units, including Everyday Language, People, Housing, Food, and Recreation

-New and updated topics such as job search, career planning, and digital literacy equip students with the language they need for everyday success.

-Revised practice activities prepare students for work, academic study, and citizenship from the very beginning.

-Pre-reading questions build students' previewing and predicting skills

-High-interest reading promote literacy skills

-Post-reading questions support critical thinking and textual analysis.

-Workbooks at three levels provide multilevel classroom support.