High-interest readings drawn from authentic materials plus activities to encourage reading skills and vocabulary development.

Themes in these readers correspond to those in The Oxford Picture Dictionary (Levels 1 and 2) and The Basic Oxford Picture Dictionary (Starter) and can be used either with the support of the Dictionaries or independently.

■ Reading skills, vocabulary and critical thinking are developed through a wide variety of
    pre-reading, reading, and post-reading activities.
■ Vivid photographs and illustrations support the readings and help to clarify meaning.
■ Teacher’s Notes are provided for both novice and experienced teachers.