This intermediate text uses a flexible, four-skills approach to promote communication with a primary emphasis on reading. Kaleidoskop is organized into two main sections, Lektüre and Grammatik. Lektüre features 10 Themen, which present excerpts and complete texts that reflect contemporary Germany, followed by reading comprehension activities, and speaking and writing practice. Grammatik offers a comprehensive grammar review in 10 Kapitel, which recycle and integrate vocabulary used in the Themen and provide proficiency-oriented practice.