? Selections that are integrated with the themes recommended by the CISCE ? Carefully graded, application-based grammar and vocabulary exercises that promote spiral learning and better retention of concepts ? Listening and speaking activities that help to communicate effectively and appropriately in real-life situations ? Writing activities that help express ideas in clear and grammatically correct English, using appropriate punctuation and cohesion devices ? Multidisciplinary projects, activities and exercises that help learners to see correlation across subjects and makes the learning more effective