Another reviewer of E. D. Hirsch's new book, "Cultural Literacy," criticizes the book's concepts and points out that a better title might be "Cultural Literacy: How Good Ideas Go Wrong." (MD)

E. D. Hirsch responds to the critique of his article on the need for cultural literacy. He insists that teaching traditional content is socially progressive. (Author/MD)

Outlines the importance and the relationship between the teaching of cultural literacy and the teaching of basic skills (such as reading) to students in the early grades. Points out that educators need to reexamine the slogans that undermine the teaching of traditional knowledge to young children. Includes references. (MD)

Critiquing the previous article, the author points out that to move beyond slogans educators must realize that cultural literacy cannot be scientifically prescribed. Cultural literacy evolves from the complexity of children's backgrounds and experiences, both at home and at school. (Author/MD)