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Reading Town 2nd Edition is a three-level reading series designed for low-intermediate learners aiming to build solid reading comprehension skills. With a focus on non-fiction content and a wide range of relevant topics, the series encourages students to think critically and engage with the material beyond basic reading.
The program emphasizes that “Reading is a thinking process,” guiding learners to interact with text through structured activities, graphic organizers, and systematic vocabulary building. Each book offers a carefully crafted blend of reading, vocabulary, writing, listening, and speaking, helping students grow into confident and well-rounded English users.
Key Features
Thematic Structure: Every two lessons are connected by a common theme, allowing students to explore topics in depth.
Non-Fiction Focus: Engaging, real-world texts spark curiosity and develop academic reading skills.
Graphic Organizers: Help students visualize and organize key information from the text.
Integrated Skills Practice: Activities support not only reading but also writing, speaking, and listening.
Cumulative Vocabulary Learning: Key words are revisited across units to ensure retention and application.
Multimedia Support: PPT slides, video links, and pre-reading questions enhance background knowledge and improve comprehension.
Review & Assessment: Each unit includes built-in review sections to reinforce understanding after every two lessons.
Book Levels
Book 1: 220–250 words per passage
Book 2: 240–280 words per passage
Book 3: 260–300 words per passage
MP3 audio files for all readings are freely available for download from the e-Future website or via convenient QR codes included in the books.
Lesson Structure
Each unit follows a three-step process with a strong focus on comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking:
Unit Opening
Introduces the shared theme of two connected lessons.
Includes a Fact File with visuals and background knowledge.
Warm-up questions help activate prior knowledge.
Pre-Reading
Students preview key vocabulary and images.
Answer guiding questions related to the topic.
During Reading
Students read engaging, non-fiction passages.
Visual aids and Fact Files enhance understanding.
TOEFL-style questions and graphic organizers reinforce key ideas.
After Reading
Vocabulary review activities
Speaking prompts and discussion tasks
Writing activities to apply ideas from the reading
Comprehensive review that ties together Lessons 1 & 2
Supplementary Materials for Teachers
To support effective instruction, the series provides a rich set of teaching resources:
Answer Keys
Midterm & Final Tests
Translations of passages
Word Lists
Lesson PPTs and Background Knowledge Presentations
Links to useful websites for extra content
Reading Town 2nd Edition is more than a reading textbook—it’s a complete learning system that helps students connect reading to thinking, communication, and real-life application.
