Imagine being run over by a speeding train -- and living to tell the tale. Or paying $3 for an old cardboard map, then realizing it's worth millions!   With the newly expanded True Stories series, English language learners from lowbeginning through high-intermediate proficiency can enjoy the fun and engaging "believe-it-or-not" quality of these colorful news stories.   Each book features: Pre-reading questions. Activities for pair or small-group work. A variety of essential reading skills. Carefully controlled vocabulary and structures. Exercises in vocabulary, comprehension, discussion, and writing. The True Stories series includes:True Stories Behind the Songs More True Stories Behind the Songs Very Easy True Stories All New Very Easy True Stories Easy True Stories All New Easy True Stories More True Stories, Third Edition Even More True Stories Beyond True Stories