This book prepares students for academic achievement. Step-by-step writing explanations and tasks centered on content area readings help students develop and refine academic writing at the sentence and paragraph level. A variety of writing activities coach students in effective sentence and paragraph development with the option of expanding the paragraphs into essays. Clear charts and exercises focus on sentence level writing and editing skills. Structured writing activities and models at the paragraph level help students master English composition skills, including the option of expanding paragraphs to essays. High-interest, contemporary readings establish the chapter context. Academic content areas prepare students for the next step in their education. Reading prompts, vocabulary in context work, and comprehension exercises aid students in developing critical thinking skills.