Ideas and suggestions relating to the teaching of reading comprehension are presented in this publication. The first chapter discusses the comprehension process and current issues and trends in comprehension research. The second chapter presents data from a statewide assessment program in Florida, in order to indicate strengths and weaknesses in the reading comprehension skills of Florida third and fifth graders. In chapters three and four, suggestions are provided for diagnosing students' reading needs and for following through with prescriptive lessons and activities. The final chapter describes 30 learning activities to aid in the teaching of ten comprehension skills. The publication includes an eleven-item bibliography of publications that deal with reading instruction, a list of suggested reading tests, and an eight-item annotated bibliography of suggested resources to aid in teaching reading and language arts skills, individualizing instruction, and organizing learning centers. (GW)