This second edition of Avanti con l'Italiano, while retaining the basic communicative approach of the first edition, has been reorganized into nine thematic chapters designed to teach all four skills - listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This edition provides beginning students with all the necessary tools to communicate in Italian and to acquire a knowledge and appreciation for Italian culture. Real-life situations are emphasized with original authentic materials. Also available: Hardcover Book (item # ASPR648H), Teacher's Manual (item # ASPR648T), Quaderno di Esercizi (item # ASPR648W).