The UP CLOSE series' spiraled approach to language learning - presentation, reinforcement, and expansion of communication forms and structures - promotes the gradual but secure development of the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills required in beginning through intermediate programs.

Includes thirty chapters of everyday conversations and listening exercises which introduce students to fast English speech.

Nancy Shaw’s elderly uncle is sick, and she needs money to help care for him. What will she do?

A course designed to show how and when to use both formal and informal English.

Life in the Casey household changes when Rebecca leaves for San Francisco. How will Kevin and his father handle this new arrangement?

Kevin Casey grew up in a big city. He’s never seen a cow before. How will he adjust to life on his uncle’s farm?

Patrick and Brendan Casey are two brothers who haven’t spoken to each other for nearly 30 years. Why?

Improves listening comprehension capabilities ; presents 20 high-frequency relaxed speech patterns ; teaches relationships between "real world" and carefully articulated English ; can be used as classroom or self-study material by students, businessmen, and tourists.