In this abridged version of the classic Charles Dickens' novel, kids will discover the magical story of an orphan boy who dreams of a better life. When Pip crosses paths with an escaped prisoner and a wealthy woman, he is drawn into a new world of love and luck--and secrets and danger. But did you know this story is also filled with hundreds of challenging vocabulary words?
Now Kaplan makes it easy to master new vocabulary words while reading a timeless story. The abridged story appears on the right-hand pages. On the left-hand pages are definitions of the difficult vocabulary words in the story. You'll find over 400 vocabulary words and definitions, synonyms and pronunciation for each word, questions for reading group and classroom discussion that enhance reading comprehension and critical thinking skills, and tips for writing a great book report. Recommended for ages 9 to 12.
