EXPRESSIONS & VIEWPOINTS (Espressions: Stories and Poems)Adult ThemesEncourage further reading about compelling, thought-provoking, high-interest issues: Expressions presents fiction, while Viewpoints showcases nonfiction.Outstanding AuthorsIncrease readers' appreciation of literature with authors such as Amy Tan, Robert Flughum, Maya Angelou, and Charles Kuralt, in various genres such as poetry, short stories, and excerpts.Controlled ReadabilityHelps students develop reading skills, while maintaining reading range of 4-7.Activities ThroughoutImprove reading comprehension and build confidence in reading with pre- and post-reading exercises.Instructor's ManualContains more than 300 questions that check literal, interpretive, and critical-reading skills.