Word Power
High-Beginning to Advanced
Meanings and spelling taught in context. Maximizes student comprehension
and retention.
More than 20 skill pages per book. Provides careful explanations and teaching
of spelling, usage and mechanics.
Pretests. Help teachers place students accurately within the program.
Review lessons and post-tests. Assess mastery of spelling and vocabulary
skills.
Mini-dictionaries. With explanations and pronunciation keys that allow students
to practice their new skills immediately.
A Five-Level Program
Introductory. Begins with visual discrimination and letter-sound associations,
building to phonics and theme-based lessons with word lists.
Intermediate 1. Themes include using community services, caring for personal
possessions, and accessing the healthcare system.
Intermediate 2. Teaches vocabulary and spelling through readings about
comparison shopping, using the phone, interpreting bank forms, and other reallife
themes.
Advanced 1. Themes of understanding society and culture, locating and using
types of transportation, and understanding consumer protection measures.
Advanced 2. Themes such as obtaining housing and related services, understanding
driving regulations, and using leisure time resources and facilities.
Intermediate 1
Intermediate 2
Advanced 1
Advanced 2
