"Academic Reading and Writing for Senior High is a compass which helps the learner navigate the world of reading and writing with ease. Each lesson follows a contemporary framework which was designed to hone not only the learner's academic reading and writing proficiency, but his/her 21st -century skills as well. Moreover, the lessons in each chapter set the foundation for reading and writing academic and professional texts and are rich in sample texts from various disciplines to provide a more holistic approach to learning. From the preliminary discussions on the fundamentals of critical thinking and the writing process to the latter chapters on academic and professional texts, the textbook provides various strategies, guidelines, and exercises to help the learner grasp and apply each concept effectively. Ultimately, Academic Reading and Writing for Senior High School is written with the goal of developing the country's next generation of critical readers and writers.