This is the second edition of an easily readable text that provides first-hand information on culturally and linguistically diverse students as well as instructional strategies in the content areas of reading, writing, science, social studies and maths, using simple and direct language. It provides theory and practical strategies to make content of lesson relevant and understandable to students. This new edition includes updated information on education programmes and local and national standards for English learners in the United States. The book should be of interest to researchers, professionals, under- and post-graduate students interested in the teching of ethnic minorities.