This award-winning collection of adapted classic literature a nd o r iginal sto r ies develops reading skills fo r low-beginning through advanced students. Accessible language a nd carefully controlled vocabulary build students' reading confidence. Introductions at the beginning of each sto r y, illustrations throughout, a nd glossaries help build comprehension. Befo r e, during, a nd after reading activities included in the back of each book strengthen student comprehension. Audio versions of se lected titles provide great models of intonation a nd pronunciation of difficult wo r ds.