The Student Editions are rich collections of thought-provoking and imaginative short stories. They include a combination of both popular and contemporary selections, as well as a wide range of renowned Canadian and international authors. The text is arranged by units that include follow-up questions and activities for each selection, encouraging students to develop personal and critical responses, and a student glossary provides literary terms referenced in the stories. Strategies are included in the Teacher's Guide for developing personal and critical responses. Overviews for each unit elaborate on the literacy focus and merits of each selection. Also included are suggestions for grouping stories by theme, author biographies, pre-reading suggestions, additional questions for personal and critical responses, and ideas for independent and group projects.