Reviews literature defining the characteristics of the complex puzzle children encounter moving from oral language to print. Illustrates that, by reading their own writing, children discover the precise connection between reading, writing, and language. (HTH)

Briefly defines nine distinct methods of teaching reading and summarizes how teachers use reading materials. (AEA)

Presents findings on children's notions about reading, suggests using the language experience approach in teaching reading, and lists classroom activities to promote unity in the language arts. (AEA)

Describes a teaching method involving folk music for enriching language arts programs and developing children's library skills. (HTH)

Suggests a variation on the language experience approach designed for groups of nonverbal children. (MKM)

A kindergarten teacher recounts her classroom experience introducing children to reading via the whole language approach, which is based on the belief that children learn to read and write naturally by listening, watching, speaking, and writing. Classroom photographs and samples of student work illustrate the article. (DB)

The readings and activities in this competency unit focus the attention of language arts program advisers and primary grade teachers on language instruction/development that is student-centered instead of program-centered. The first section of the unit shows teachers how to clarify their expectations and objectives concerning language instruction…

The author explains that there does not exist one single method of teaching reading since there are different teaching styles and preferences of individual teachers; varied backgrounds, experiences, and abilities among children; and different school administration considerations. Five approaches for teaching reading are described. (1) The…

This paper offers suggestions in the form of six guidelines on how the teacher can build toward reading maturity in the classroom. The first guideline urges the teacher to remember that reading necessitates a total complex thinking process, one which will prevent persisting at one level of instruction longer than is necessary. Secondly, students…

This evaluation was undertaken in an effort to provide data concerning the effectiveness of the Tucson Early Education Model, a Follow Through Model sponsor and reading instruction program which advocates the language experience approach. Seventy-three children were tested according to a miscue analysis model, in order to identify those…

This paper describes and illustrates an approach to reading which combines the language experience approach (LEA) and imaginative play. The LEA and the components of the lesson are briefly reviewed. Imaginative play and its descriptive components are identified and explained. The procedure for combining the two elements is roughly as follows: The…

Argues that an understanding of the psycholinguistics of the reading process can provide a foundation for instructional decision making in secondary and college reading classes. Discusses factors affecting reading comprehension. Provides exercises to help students use prior knowledge about the nature of language to overcome reading difficulties.…

Evaluates some of the 100 different teaching approaches to beginning reading and reading theory. (Author/RB)

A first grade teacher relates various techniques, based on her knowledge of linguistics, which she uses to teach reading and language awareness; illustrated. (RD)