Reading Matters 1 - Softcover

Wholey, Mary Lee

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0618475125 ISBN 13: 9780618475124

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2006

Synopsis

Stimulating readings and a communicative, integrated-skills approach help students to develop fluency and accuracy in academic reading. Organized into thematic units, the readings feature high-interest, contemporary topics in fields such as culture, science, the environment, business, sports, and entertainment. Extensive practice exercises accompany the selections helping students to understand the purpose and nature of different texts, master vocabulary for academic and professional success, and learn how to access information in the media and on the Internet. The series also includes writing and speaking practice activities.

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UNIT 1: Communication: Talking to Each Other 1. Reading Body Language 2. Communication Across Cultures 3. Leave Me a Message UNIT 2: The Mysteries of Sleep 4. Sleep: How Much is Not Enough? 5. Sleep Problems 6. Why Do We Dream? UNIT 3: Relationships 7. Is Dating Still the Same? 8. Learning to Live Together 9. Neighbors UNIT 4: The Challenge of Sports Today 10. The Challenge of the Triathalon 11. Looking for Excitement 12. Training for the Olympics Today: What Does It Take? UNIT 5: Technology for Today's World 13. Food for the Twenty-First Century 14. New Ways to Keep in Touch 15. The Internet Offers and Eye on Your World UNIT 6: Leisure 16. Today's Workweek: Do We Need Time Out? 17. Entertainment Choices 18. Meeting at the Mall: America's Growing Leisure Activity

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0618475125
• ISBN 13: 9780618475124
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 272