Extensive reading is believed to have considerable benefits for learners both in terms of learning gains and motivation and seems to be becoming ever more popular in the ELT world. So far, however, there seems to be almost no integration of extensive reading and textbooks. This article argues that textbooks should be encouraging extensive reading,…

Explores the tensions between English-as-a-Second-Language reading and vocabulary instruction. Suggestions are offered for facilitating the successful meshing of reading and vocabulary skill practice. (Author/CB)