The reader's personal experience is placed at the centre of the reading process.
The articles present a variety of text-types, styles and formats.
Topics related to science, history and the arts provide specialised information and viewpoints
A Word File glossary of key vocabulary on each page gives essential "while reading" lexical support, with common American and British English differences noted.
A Check it Out section provides an up-to-date checklist of specialist language, plus useful websites
Mini-projects and Investigation Points at the end of each article encourage the readers to research further.
A Projects section provides ideas for more extensive projects.
A light-hearted Quiz page gives more opportunities for discovery and fun.