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Literature-Based Reading Programs: A Retrospective.

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Huck, Charlotte S. – New Advocate, 1996

Discusses the history of literature-based reading programs, including the early history, growth of libraries and recreational reading, individualized reading, emergent literacy, reading aloud, whole language literature-based reading programs, teacher education, and the future. (SR)

Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Educational History, Elementary Education, Emergent Literacy

California's Reading Revolution: What Happened?

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Freeman, Yvonne S.; And Others – New Advocate, 1997

Examines the history of California's reading program, reviewing its change to a literature-based approach and then back again to a phonetic- or skill-based one. Reviews key factors influencing California policy and speculates about the future of the state's reading program. (TB)

Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Educational History, Elementary Education