Glencoe Literature: Reading with Purpose is the first research-based middle school language arts program that effectively combines strong skill development and incredible reading. Scaffolding and spiraling of skills builds a strong, necessary language arts foundation. Your students will be motivated, not frustrated by high-interest, leveled selections that engage and appeal to this tough audience. An inquiry-based "Big Question" approach within a unique "Workshop" lesson format gives students a purpose and meaningful context for their reading. You can differentiate, remediate, and accelerate with one book that will bring all of your students into the community of learners!

Unit one. The Anglo-Saxon period and the Middle Ages 449-1485 -- unit two. The English Renaissance 1485-1650 -- unit three. From puritanism to the enlightenment 1640-1780 -- unit four. The triumph of romanticism 1750-1837 -- unit five. The Victorian Age 1837-1901 -- unit six. The Modern Age 1901-1950 -- unit seven. An international literature 1950-present -- Reference section.

State-adopted textbook, 2001-2007, Grade 7.