Despite its absence on American library recommended lists and its absence from the children's room collection in public and school libraries, the Oz stories are still loved and read by children as much as ever. (MF)

Foregrounding, an approach to systematically analyzing the uses made of language, is advocated as a way to investigate process in the study of literature for gifted secondary students. The technique is illustrated in analysis of T.S. Elliot's "Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" and William Faulkner's "Light in August." (CL)

This annotated list of 26 citations covering sports fiction includes stories on football, basketball, wrestling, softball, hockey, volleyball, soccer, and baseball for young adults. It is arranged alphabetically by author with grade levels indicated. A brief introduction is provided. (EJS)

Reviews seven adult books, both fiction and nonfiction, that are of interest to high school readers. (AEA)

Reviews the third edition of F. J. H. Darton's "Children's Books in England" and discusses in particular one of the books included in that publication, "A Humument: A Treated Victorian Novel" by Tom Phillips. (AEA)

Reviews seven adult books, fiction and nonfiction, that are of interest to high school readers. (AEA)

Examines the reasons why so many people have preconceptions about how much "truth" is in fiction. Notes the effects of believing that authors base their fiction primarily on personal, "true-to-life" experiences. (RL)

Lists and annotates seven new adult books of interest to high school readers, including biographical and autobiographical works, fiction, and nonfiction. (GT)

A speculative story that outlines the organization and curriculum of an ideal high school in the future. (IRT)

In this interview, author Isaac Asimov discusses science fiction writing, as well as his projections for education and society in the 21st Century. A brief biography of Asimov is appended. (SJL)

Lists new editions and reissues of books for young readers. Tells when the original book was published and if and when it was reviewed in this journal. (FL)

Illustrates the difficulties viewers have distinguishing between the various levels of television reality: partial reality, fictionalized reality, docudramas, adaptations, and teleplays. (HTH)

Contends that by understanding what extrapolation is and the ways in which it is used, people not only sharpen their appreciation of how the imaginary worlds of science fiction and fantasy are created but also begin to recognize that the process is frequently used by everyone. (FL)

Considers teachers' uncertainties about approaches to teaching fiction, and suggests one practical beginning for a coordinated program. (AA)