Patterns for College Writing continues to be among the bestselling high school writing texts in the country.  With engaging, accessible readings and thorough rhetorical instructions, Patterns’ approach to writing works by focusing students  on the kinds of reading and writing they will need to do in order to succeed on their state and national examinations and in college and beyond.  Teachers will love the Grammar in Context boxes that offer specific advice on how to identify and correct the grammar, mechanics, or punctuation problems that students find most challenging.