A Reader of North American Short Stories
Featuring a collection of North American short stories, this book aims to improve reading skills and language acquisition while fostering a love for literature. The diverse narratives provide engaging content that enhances comprehension and encourages critical thinking, making it an ideal resource for students seeking to deepen their understanding of language and storytelling.
Authentic North American short stories enhance students' reading skills, language learning, and enjoyment of literature. The universal appeal of the stories in this book touches students and makes them think. Among the authors included are O. Henry, William Saroyan, Gwendolyn Brooks, Isaac Asimov, and Sandra Cisneros. Extensive pre-reading activities capture students' interest. Post-reading activities check their comprehension, increase their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, and provide thought-provoking discussion and writing assignments. Literary term explanations and tasks enhance students' appreciation of literature.
A Reader of North American Short Stories
Designed to improve reading skills and language acquisition, this collection of North American short stories offers engaging narratives that foster a deeper appreciation for literature. Through diverse themes and relatable characters, students can enhance their comprehension and enjoyment while exploring the rich tapestry of North American storytelling.
Discovering Fiction is a two-level reading series that introduces students to authentic American literature. Student s Book 2 is an anthology of eighteen short stories by contemporary and classic American authors, including Kate Chopin, Ernest Hemingway, Langston Hughes, and Shirley Jackson. The stories have universal appeal that will touch students and make them think. Designed for high-intermediate to advanced students, the text provides interactive, integrated skills lessons developed around each story. Pre-reading sections include prior knowledge questions, author biographies, discussions of literary terms, and reviews of idioms and expressions found in the stories. Accompanying grammar exercises help students overcome such trouble areas as prepositions, articles, and irregular verbs. Also included are vocabulary sections, reading comprehension questions, and thought-provoking discussion and writing topics. Review sections tie the stories together and provide review tests.