Reading Comprehension Success (Skill Builders Series (New York, N.Y.).) [Paperback]

Learning Express Editors (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1990 | ISBN-10: 1576851265 | ISBN-13: 978-1576851265 | Edition: 2

Anyone preparing to take a job-related exam that tests for basic language, math, and/or critical thinking skills. High school or college students and adults who need basic skills improvement to perform better in the classroom or on the job.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Reading Comprehension Success in 20 Minutes a Day is a very basic (and non-intimidating) book that could be used successfully to train our students not only to read better but also to write better. Its content pertains to the work world, which is also a positive. -- Muriel Ann Hauf, Katherine Gibbs School

About the Author

Elizabeth Chesla is the author of several LearningExpress titles in language arts, on topics such as the SAT, ACT, GMAT, GED, and TOEFL exams, in addition to specialized books on reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary. She lives in South Orange, NJ.

Product Details

• Paperback: 177 pages
• Publisher: LearningExpress; 2 edition (January 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1576851265
• ISBN-13: 978-1576851265
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #108,727 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #37 in Books > Business & Investing > Job Hunting & Careers > Vocational Guidance

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A smart, practical approach, July 7, 2005

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JJ (California USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Reading Comprehension in 20 Minutes a Day (Skill Builders for Test Takers) (Paperback)

The author provides the complete toolset essential for reading comprehension. For example, the author shows exactly what a "main idea" is, provides definitions and examples, provides hands-on practice and tests reader understanding, and then ties several related tool-skills together in a later review chapter with further integrated practice materials. This sensible approach was missing or lacking in every other book I read; the first grade reading comprehension books I browsed at the bookstore were more helpful than those books. I have been out of formal education for many years and I read several top-brand books trying to get solid help. None of those books were nearly as helpful as this one book. In fact, (Elizabeth L. Tesla) the author's series of books is a must for every personal reference book shelf- even appropriate for younger children. This one book answers all of the questions and solves all of the problems related to reading, but the author also points out correctly that a reader must practice in everyday situations by reading a variety of materials and applying the tools in this book. Reading is a lifelong enjoyment and acquired skill. Buy this book and then practice, practice, practice.

19 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for SAT prep, June 4, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Reading Comprehension Success (Skill Builders Series (New York, N.Y.).) (Paperback)

This book is great, it boosted my SAT score by 100 points. I benefitted a lot from the contents and it gives you great practice. I suggest you buy the book for test prep. The book does exactly what it says on the cover.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Understand what you read!, November 3, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Reading Comprehension Success (Skill Builders Series (New York, N.Y.).) (Paperback)

Finally! I was having a problem with reading comprehension. I was having a hard time with my homework, and also preparing for English tests. This book really breaks down the best way to understand what you read. All the practice really helps too!