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Neuman, Susan B.; Caperelli, Billie Jean; Kee, Cara – Reading Teacher, 1998
Analyzes successful family literacy projects. Finds defining characteristics and key features of practice that can be used to establish effective family literacy programs: offers literacy instruction to families, broadly defined; creates strategic recruitment plans; emphasizes retention; creates a supportive environment; and includes ongoing…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Family Literacy, Intergenerational Programs, Parent Participation
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Kazemek, Francis E.; Logas, Beverly – Reading Teacher, 2000
Describes how using writers' workshop with mixed groups of elderly and children has benefits for all parties. Describes one intergenerational program bringing together elders from a writing group at a local community center with elementary school children. Discusses initial reasons for the project, shares some activities, and presents some things…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Intergenerational Programs
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Quintero, Elizabeth; Huerta-Macias, Ana – Reading Teacher, 1990
Discusses the goals of Project Family Initiative for English Literacy (FIEL) and the rationale for the model on which it is based. Describes the curriculum and the content of the five-step lessons. Provides an example of one family's literacy growth within the project. (MG)
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Bilingualism, Elementary Education, Family Involvement