Tapestry 2: Reading; Listening & Speaking

- Setting Goals focuses students¿ attention on the learning they will do each chapter.
- The topic-related Culture Notes increase students¿ understanding of the finer points of the language and culture, and help learners acclimate to life in an English-speaking country.
- A variety of speaking activities, such as role plays, skits, debates, and presentations, provide opportunities for students to use vocabulary, language functions, and knowledge of content area.
- Reading and writing are integrated through a variety of on-topic activities, increasing students¿ overall fluency.
- Academic Power Strategies give students the knowledge and skills to become successful, independent learners.
- For a well-integrated curriculum, try the Tapestry, Middle East Edition, Reading series and the Tapestry, Middle East Edition, Writing series, also from Thomson Heinle.
- Language Learning Strategies help students maximize their learning and become proficient in English.
- Tapestry Threads provide students with interesting facts and quotes that jumpstart classroom discussions.
- Engaging listening sections provide authentic news broadcasts, interviews, conversations, debates, and stories.
- The Sound of It refines listening, speaking, and pronunciation skills, and helps students gain confidence communicating in English.
- Apply the Strategy activities encourage students to take charge of their learning and 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.