Collins Aiming For Progress In Reading Book 2 Second Edition

This Aiming for book is the perfect starting point for students arriving at secondary school with a secure Level 3 or a low Level 4 in reading. It will help you to

*target areas of underperformance, with a chapter on each key reading skill written at the right level by experienced teachers and consultants
* develop the essential reading and commentary skills with clear, accessible explanations, inspiring examples and lively follow-up activities
*build confidence in grammar analysis by exploring the effects of writers' choices
*motivate and engage students, with exciting stimulus texts, fresh approaches to learning and a clear, colourful layout
*embed Assessment for Learning in your day-to-day teaching, with clear learning objectives, criteria for self and peer assessment on every double-page, and end of chapter checklists to help students understand how to progress
*gather evidence for periodic assessments, with the 'Apply your skills' tasks designed to build writing stamina and independence
*plan ahead without the stress, with ready-to-use double-page lessons and a teacher guide at the back of the book
*support the transition to Key Stage 3 by reinforcing and building on the reading skills taught at Key Stage 2
*lay the foundations for GCSE success, with coverage of new skills such as summary and synthesis, and an expanded focus on Shakespeare and literary non-fiction.