* Photos & illustrations in authentic contexts make every lesson interesting & show students what everyday life is like in China. * Controlled Assessment spreads in every chapter help students prepare for the writing & speaking assessments. * Examiner tips & advice on improving grades in Results Plus sections. * A wide variety of activities on every spread so you can differentiate your teaching to suit students of all abilities. * Strong focus on learning Chinese characters with tips advice & vocabulary boxes throughout & a section on Chinese character acquisition at the back of the book. * Discrete extension units provide extra stretch activities for more able students.