Presents the results of research indicating that it is possible to prescreen for predicting the optimum reading instructional approach for each child. (RB)

Provides a description of a program, including a bibliography of instructional materials, in which reading classes were incorporated in the English curriculum at Douglas County High School in Colorado. (RB)

Describes a technique for teaching reading which combines two divergent definitions of individualized instruction. (RB)

Describes a bilingual reading program in which students translate cooking recipes from Spanish to English and vice versa. (RB)

Modern linguistic knowledge can provide a base for sound initial reading instruction. (JH)

Describes "Project Emerge," a dropout prevention program in Dayton, Ohio which is designed to remedy reading deficiencies. (RB)

Presents a case for a qualified reading specialist directing a staff trained and competent in reading disabilities at the secondary level. (RB)

Presents a list of task competencies that identifies the critical areas in which a reading specialist performs and provides a basis for judgments affecting the revision and initiation of graduate reading programs. (RB)

Describes a reading lesson designed around a popular song. (RB)

Presents findings which can aid in the prevention and remediation of reading disabilities in children who have a low tolerance for frustration, many of whom often become acute reading disability cases. (TO)

Presents several ideas for leading children into deeper levels of meaning through critical reading skills. (TO)

The implementation of the Children's Art Carnival Creative Reading Program in New York City is evaluated in terms of the services it was designed to provide to 210 Title I eligible children in grades 2 to 5 who were at least one grade behind in reading. Children in the program attended the Art Carnival twice a week and received instruction from…

This report investigated how teachers use reading materials in the classroom and examined the kinds of decisions teachers make concerning how youngsters will use those materials. The classroom practice of sixteen primary and sixteen intermediate grade teachers was observed during daily reading classes, and data were recorded through classroom…

Outside the academic ranks, little is known about advances being made in the field of reading instruction. This guide has been prepared by the International Reading Association to help local councils publicize the work being done in reading and to cultivate public understanding and support of this work. Discussions of newspaper, radio, television,…