Pearson Longman. 2011. 2nd Edition. — 160 pages. 2011 ISBN: 0132626535'What a World: Amazing Stories from Around the Globe', is a six-book series that explores many fascinating topics from around the world and across history. The stories in 'What a World' cover a diverse range of high-interest topics, from biographical pieces to exploration of cultures in various historical and contemporary periods.Features* Words that Go Together activities highlight collocations - words that are easier to learn together.
* Talking Notes activities challenge students to listen for main ideas and details in a short description of a person. place, or thing.
* Short Conversations ask students to infer tone, attitude, or the context of the speakers' conversation.
* Critical Thinking questions develop students' thiniking skills.
* Language Focus activities draw on a grammatical structure from the listening and help students develop accuracy in speaking and writing.
* Pronunciation and Conversation activities help guide students to more accurate and conversational speech.
* Internet activities build students' Internet research skills.
* Self-Tests help students and teachers assess progress.
* What a World Reading - a 3-level complementary series - explores parallel themes to What a World Listening as it develops students' reading skills and vocabulary.
