Suggests a schema for school personnel interested in planning for the implementation of a Reading Recovery program. Emphasizes that Reading Recovery is a system of intervention, not a bag of tricks or quickie methods. Describes the nature of full implementation, its importance, and how to plan for it. (RS)

Describes program components or experiences that support and foster Reading Recovery teacher training. Explores the role of behind-the-glass lessons in developing teachers' understandings and teaching skills. Proposes several basic principles of Reading Recovery's approach to teacher education. (RS)

Presents, in a question-and-answer format, the views of two first grade teachers new to the Reading Recovery program. Explains the program and its impact on the students and teachers. (RS)

Describes the four aspects of the Reading Recovery program: (1) the teaching of children; (2) the training of teachers; (3) the training of teacher leaders; and (4) implementing the program in an education system and coordinating the long-term prevention strategy. Notes that a critical factor in the program is the training of teachers. (RS)