Investigates selected reading readiness tests and points out that they measure a single generalized factor of readiness. The subtest concerning alphabet letter names provides the best predictor of successful reading in the tests examined. Bibliography. (RW)

By drawing on the research of many psychologists and teachers the author sets out to define and prove that evaluative critical reading is a learned skill. Several teaching approaches to the subject are discussed. (AF)

First graders have demonstrated and identified preferred content in primary reading textbooks in response to single pairs of stories of five content factors." Statistical tables and extensive secondary literature included. (Author/SP)

The author concludes that the demonstration of the effectiveness of a child-monitored token reading program in a normal classroom setting clearly indicates the feasibility of utilizing behavior modification principles for a wide range of educational endeavors. (Author)