Targeting English is a comprehensive, integrated scheme for exploring the many ways in which we use English. This book shows you how English works! Find out how texts are put together - and then have fun writing your own. Discover the patterns in our language. Unravel the rules and conventions that people use when they write. This book is all about English, but as you read it, you'll find this book is really about waves, politicians, fish, friends and even superheroes!

• 12 complete units that motivate students to read and explore
• full-colour, real-life texts encourage students to read widely
• comprehensive coverage of fiction and nonfiction text types
• text study, comprehension strategies, structured writing practice, plus grammar and usage activities
• prepares students for NAPLAN and other common tests
• dictionary of text types
• dictionary of grammar and punctuation
• 6 assessment tests
• index