This is a series of Chinese speaking textbooks designed under a ?task-based? concept. With communication as its target and tasks as its thread, the series integrates topics, functions and culture together and realizes an organic unity of form and meaning. It is suitable for learners from entry-level to intermediate-level and can be used in both short-term training classes and long-term programs. The book is composed of 15 topical units altogether, including apartment renting, diet, education, family, modern life, entertainment and job hunting, etc. Each unit has several instructional objectives for learners to fulfill during the process of completing tasks. The whole book is provided with English translation and full-color illustrations and pictures, and is accompanied by an MP3 CD.