World of Reading 2 A Thematic Approach to Reading Comprehension

by Baker-Gonzalez, Joan; Blau, Eileen K.

• ISBN13: 9780136002116
• ISBN10: 0136002110
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-01-07
• Publisher: Pearson Education ESL

Summary

 

With its thematic approach to building reading comprehension, the new World of Readingseries engages students in a wide variety of genres such as news articles, short stories, and textbook excerpts.  Each unit is made up of four chapters with readings from many different disciplines, including science, social science, business, and literature.  Based on the successful Building on Basics and Building Understanding books, the series has been expanded to cover low-intermediate to advanced students.

 

Features of World of Reading 2

• Adapted authentic readings help students learn language for use inside and outside the classroom.
• Previewing activities stimulate background knowledge and introduce essential vocabulary to prepare students for readings.
• Vocabulary checks, side-by-side with the readings, call out essential vocabulary in context and help accelerate fluent reading.
• Comprehension and vocabulary sections develop students’ ability to read authentic materials independently.
• Writing prompts offer opportunities for expression about the themes.

Table of Contents

Growing Up

Reading: My Early Memories

Reading: Peer Influences on Achievement

Reading: It's OK to be Different

Reading: To a Daughter Leaving Home

Unit Wrap-Up

Between Two Worlds

Reading: People on the Move: Moving Young

Reading: Bibi and Rajini

Reading: Bosnia's Loss Is an American City's Gain

Reading: (Un)American

Unit Wrap-Up

High Tech-Pros and Cons

Reading: Multitasking Madness

Reading: In the Blink of an Eye

Reading: Advertisers Try New Ways to Get into Your Head

Reading: 21

Unit Wrap-Up

Looking For Love

Reading: Students Think Love Conquers All

Reading: Untitled

Reading: Googling Your Date

Reading: Finding a Wife

Unit Wrap-Up

The Enterprising Spirit

Reading: Entrepreneurs Recognize Opportunities

Reading: I, Lender

Reading: How to be Fair

Reading: VIP, A Conversation

Unit Wrap-Up

Finding Your Way

Reading: The Foundations of the Theory of Multiple Intelligences

Reading: Style of Thinking and Learning

Reading: No Job Is Beneath You

Reading: Untitled

Unit Wrap-Up

Word List

Map of North America

Map of the World

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