Reading comprehension is one of the critical skills students need in order to be successful---in school and in life. This teacher-reviewed, standards-based series provides the high-quality, purposeful practice that students need to improve reading comprehension. The high-interest passages---including both fiction and nonfiction---capture students' interest, and the focused activities provide targeted practice opportunities. The Resource CD included in the book features interactive whiteboard-compatible materials for additional support in building reading comprehension skills.