Tapestry Reading 2 ISBN: 0838400566 • 1st Edition © 2000 • 224 pages 8 x 10 • Available Now


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Description
Learner-centered reading activities, Academic and Language Learning Strategies, CNN videos, and a web site effectively provide students with the tools they need to be successful, independent learners.
Features
- Engaging reading selections on topics such as the media, ancient Americans, travel, and sports prepare students for reading and understanding college assignments.
- Academic Power Strategies give students the knowledge and skills to become successful, independent learners.
- Language Learning Strategies help students improve their language and academic skills.
- CNN video clips provide authentic input and expand the readings to further develop language skills.
- Setting Goals focuses students' attention to the learning they will do in each chapter.
- Apply the Strategy activities encourage students to take charge of their learning and immediately use their new skills and strategies.
- Test-Taking Tips offer students practical steps for improving their test results.
- Check Your Progress helps students monitor their own progress.
- Tapestry Threads provide authentic input and expand the readings to further develop language skills.
- For a well-integrated curriculum, see TAPESTRY WRITING and TAPESTRY LISTENING & SPEAKING.
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Table of Contents
1. The Cycle of Life
2. Jobs, Occupations, and Careers
3. The Spirit of Competition
4. Lawmakers and Lawbreakers
5. Beyond Science
6. War and Conflict
7. Language, Literacy, and Education
8. On the Move
9. Cultural Perspectives
10. American Lives