A junior high school librarian urges that the library should influence and support every phase of the curriculum and actively promote recreational activities. (Author/JS)

Results are reported from a study designed to determine whether children's use of literature during free-play time could be increased by implementing changes in the kindergarten classroom's program and physical design. (MP)

Discusses G. K. Chesterton's views on children's literature and the importance of children reading for enjoyment. (AEA)

Describes 12 old classics of children's literature which are worth reviving in the elementary classroom. (SJL)

Relates an anecdote illustrating the variety of ways people can approach reading and suggests that young readers are frequently much more aware of the reading experience than parents suspect. Offers suggestions for parents to encourage their children's literary response. (HTH)

Research concerning reading interests of older adults indicates that they do not enjoy science fiction, depressing books, books that contain sex or violence, or books that have confusing plots or many characters. They have greater needs for materials which keep them creative and functioning at maximum capability. (Author)

Investigates the use of reading activities in the enhancement of the lives of nursing home patients. Two reading groups were formed. Short stories of high interest were read and discussed. Patients appeared to appreciate and enjoy the sessions. (Author)

A study of about 3,000 sixth- and seventh-grade children, conducted by Barbara Heyns, suggests that normal development in reading over the summer requires reading for about one hour a day. (DD)

Describes how series books such as "Nancy Drew,""The Hardy Boys," and Horatio Alger stories can be the basis for lessons on critical reading. (MKM)

Determines the relationship between attitude and reading behavior in adults. Finds that adults with positive attitudes toward reading spend more time in daily reading and read a wider variety of materials than do adults with negative attitudes. (MG)

Relates how a child's love of Yoko Kawashima Watkins's book, <IT>So Far from the Bamboo Grove <RO>led to a friendship with Watkins. Considers the repercussions of this friendship on the child's reading motivation and development. (MM)

Discusses bibliographical and historical methods for discovering popular reading habits of past communities and presents a case study of the popular reading habits in Ulster between 1700 and 1900. Collectors of popular literature are discussed, and a definition of popular literature is suggested. (14 references) (LRW)

Studies eight students (grades five-nine) to discover whether students with less than average interest in reading would spend a greater amount of time engaged in interactive fiction. Finds that students spend more time with interactive fiction, if they are successful at the quest. Discusses implications for English and reading instruction. (MM)

Describes an English teacher's successful "guided independent reading" program for reluctant adolescent readers. She teaches her classes around large themes, chooses mirroring student interests, allows in-class reading periods, and monitors student progress. Students then work in groups to present their book to the rest of the class.…

Describes how reading for pleasure for 20 minutes of each class period in a beginning, intermediate-level reading course for adults in English as a Second Language resulted in language development in terms of reading, writing, and comprehension, as well as increased confidence. (SR)