* Key language areas covered: people, house, city, and world in an open and attractive layout
* Each key language area is broken down into topics, for example school and college, holidays and travel, shown in a double-page spread for easy navigation
* Real language in context is shown, not just isolated words, as key phrases are given as well as vocabulary
* Language-in-use section shows how the vocabulary listed is used, aiding vocabulary acquisition and providing an opportunity for self-assessment
* A variety of examples are provided, from dialogues and diary extracts, to advertisements and memos