[This text]is designed to develop effective reading and clear thinking. [It] begins with basic matters: having the right attitude, learning key study skills, and developing a reading habit. [It] consists of ten additional readings that will help improve both reading and thinking skills. [It also] consists of twelve combined-skills tests. The tests provide a review of the comprehension skills [to] prepare students for the standardized reading exam that is often a requirement at the end of a semester. -Pref. to the instructor.

"Ten Steps to Building College Reading Skills, Sixth Edition," will help you become a better reader and a stronger thinker. The book carefully explains and illustrates ten key reading skills that are widely recognized to be essential for literal and critical comprehension. It then provides numerous high-quality activities and high-interest reading selections to help you practice and master those skills. -- From publisher's description.