This second edition updates a course which has proven to be a perfect fit for classes the world over. Engaging content and a strong focus on grammar and vocabulary combine to make this course a hit with both teachers and students. Popular course features have been refreshed with new content, including the imaginative reading and listening topics, `Culture in Mind`, and `Everyday English` sections. New for the second edition is a DVD-ROM with the Starter Level Student`s Book containing games, extra exercises and videos featuring the photostories` characters as well as a `Videoke` record-yourself function. There is a full `Vocabulary bank` at the back of the book which expands upon lexical sets learned in the units.