Outstanding features of the second edition *Vibrant illustrationsand simple accessible lesson pages with large type are designed for clarity and ease-of-use with learners at low-beginning and literacy levels. Word by Word Basic is the most learner-friendly picture dictionary. *More than 2,500 essential wordsprepare students for success using English in everyday life, in the community, in school, and at work. *A careful research-based sequence of lessonsintegrates students` development of grammar and vocabulary skills through topics that begin with the immediate world of the student and progress to the world at large. *Expanded discussion questionsencourage students to relate vocabulary topics to their own lives, experiences, and opinions. Innovative supplements provide effective instructional tools for teachers and multilevel options for students *The Teacher`s Guide and Lesson Planner with CD-ROM includes lesson-planning suggestions, community tasks, Internet web links, and reproducible masters. *A Vocabulary Workbook feature motivating vocabulary, grammar, and listening practice Audio CDs included. *A Lifeskills Workbook provides standards-based activities and reading tied to major curriculum frameworks. *A Literacy Workbook offers fundamental practice with the alphabet and basic reading and writing skills for pre-Beginners Audio CD included. *The Audio Program includes all words and conversations for interactive practice and 17 WordSongs in vocal and sing-along versions for entertaining vocabulary practice through music. *Color Transparenciesand Vocabulary Game Cards are ideal picture resources for introducing, practicing, and reviewing vocabulary. *The Testing Program and ExamView CD-ROM provide effective tools for assessment of student progress. *Bilingual Editions are also available: *English/Haitian Kreyol *English/Japanese *English/Spanish