Reviews eight 1988 American Library Association Best Books for Young Adults in which literacy contributes to identity building and daily functioning of the characters. Presents discussion, writing, speaking, and listening techniques to enhance students' engagement in literacy through reading these books. (RS)

Discusses a variety of software programs which will assist middle school through college teachers in teaching text structure to their students. Notes that these programs represent a departure from traditional programing style--they allow the person who uses information technology to combine the roles of producer and consumer. (RS)