Students meet four newcomers to the United States and become involved in their introductions and discussions of family members. They accompany them as they go to the supermarket, shop for clothes, buy a car, look for an apartment, see a doctor, mail a letter, visit a school, and dine out.
Students have the opportunity to interact with their teacher and classmates on the Web.
Basic computer skills are recommended. Use communicative language in interactive activities. Practice listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Successfully complete each of the sections in order, passing an assessment after each section. Share ideas with each other using the communications area.