Introduction Welcome to the Reader ‘What’ ‘This Reader is a companion to your AUR ly tt Book, and you are going to use it regularly. The Rea ch R interesting and fun texts perfect for your level of English. The unit ar texts give you examples of the new language in the Studemtiggs ANG Book, and they show you this new language in different contexts to help you understand how to use it. er ail . suc When you see this icon LEI next tos ent Book, it is time to use the Reader. Your teacher wi do a av different individual, pair, or group activities to improve your reading skills. These activites teach you reading strategies aa = making predictions, using pictures to help you understand a text, etc. They also prepare you for activities in the Student check Book, and they help you with vocabulary, grammar, and ideas. vocab Finally, they are fun and help make learning English a positive si. experience. > &«Non-fictioitor informat facts and general infor ty classic tales, and and imaginative adventures. salen. check your understat sension questions for you to there is aso a glossary of important dictionary, and s. vocabulary. sal ** orca refer to it when you see any unfamiliar wi ds or «It gives the part of speech of the word (noun, > "Gyerbvadjective, etc.) and a clear explanation in English. There go te lso “footnotes on exch page of the texts. Again, these are elp you with difficult vocabulary. a pro pronoun.Chas Why do | need a Reader? Reading is an important skill that is not just limited to learning a new language. Reading is one of the best ways to improve your vocabulary and grammar in general, but good readi skills are important for other reasons, too. We read for te different purposes: for enjoyment, to find information, to sh wd name a few. In modern life, it is important to understand how different texts work. 2 oe The Reader is important because it helps you be a better reader. F ‘The reading activities in All Ready! 2 will improve your geneth understanding of texts. You will learn how to recognize typés of text, their structure, their purpose, and their tai ience. In addition, you will increase your general kn will help you understand the world around you much better i alll member of your community, and as a citizen of the world. # , So, what are you waiting for? Let's get started! ,