A rationale for using film in the language arts classroom and suggestions on how to use it. (DD)

Defends the place of grammar instruction in the language arts curriculum by distinguishing it from prescriptive and orthographic conventions. (HTH)

In the article the major principles of a whole language approach are identified and discussed as they may be applied with learning disabled (LD) children. Theoretical assumptions and specific educational practices are described, with recommendations for increasing the effectiveness of whole language programs for LD children. For related…

The article describes language arts and curriculum methods used in a graduate seminar to promote appreciation for creative writing. Students were asked to rewrite the story of "Little Red Riding Hood" in various styles. (CL)

A kindergarten teacher of children with advanced language discusses her use of poetry activities to promote reading readiness, auditory discrimination, oral language, creative thinking, independent working, and a love for poetry. Creative activities begin with drawing picture interpretations and proceed to the students writing their own poems. (CL)

Discusses four basic trends in children's literature that reflect four possible ways of viewing childhood: the mythic, the didactic, the Rousseauvian, and the nihilistic. (DD)

Recommends that in reading and English language arts accountability not be imposed on classroom teachers of black children at this time. (DD)

Storytelling need not be a difficult, time consuming occupation, but should involve dramatization to reach television-oriented children. (DD)

Reviews the events leading to the publication of the journal "English Education" in 1963 and the history of the journal from what it was once to what it has become today. (TB)

A college class newsletter project was undertaken by senior undergraduates teaching language arts in an elementary school. The purpose was to introduce the idea that teaching is a community-wide endeavor. They planned and wrote newsletters about the program to parents and others in the community. (JOW)

Describes inviting fourth-graders to use their own language to describe mathematical ideas, postponing the use of technical vocabulary so students can explain the significant concepts and ideas in their own way first. Discusses how this use of metaphorical language to teach math concepts can enliven student interest and understanding, and infuse…

Examines over a dozen poems by William Carlos Williams. Notes that these poems can be incorporated easily into an elementary reading/language arts/literature program. Shows how Williams' poetry can help children see others, themselves, and the world in a more imaginative and multiperspective manner. (MM)

Recalls memorable moments from the author's public school life which imply that the best possible learning environments are active, meaningful, personalized, and collaborative; nourished by conversation, by reading, and by writing among teachers, administrators, parents, and students; and that the best teachers are learners. (SR)