Classroom teachers will find it easier to use a literature based approach to the teaching of reading if they work with a teacher or librarian who is knowledgeable in the areas of children's books, the children, and the process of reading. (DF)

Describes a program, "Newspapers in the Classroom," that uses daily newspapers to teach important skills. (JL)

Describes a program in which parent volunteers tutored disadvantaged students in reading. Shows how such tutoring is beneficial to both students and parents. Provides insights into ways of coordinating and supporting volunteers. (EL)

Describes the development and content of a program for parents designed to present the need for parent-child book sharing and to familiarize parents with outstanding book titles, sources, and criteria for book selection. (HTH)

Describes the rationale, problems, and successes of a literature-based reading program. (FL)

Describes a program designed to train parents to help in their children's literacy development. Examines the typical parent enrolled in the program and explains how teachers can use program information to better meet the needs of students with literacy deficiencies. (EL)