This booklet contains suggestions for methods of instruction to improve the reading skills of students in developmental reading programs at all grade levels. The first chapter of the booklet provides a statement of philosophy, objectives, and characteristics of a developmental reading program. The second chapter considers reading readiness as a concept that encompasses all facets of a child's growth. Specifically, it discusses the developmental processes involved in physical, mental, emotional, social, and language growth and provides activities designed to contribute to growth in each area. The third chapter outlines a developmental reading program and contains suggestions for developing specific reading skills, for incorporating reading in the content areas, and for encouraging recreational reading. The final chapter offers a brief discussion of reading assessment. An extensive bibliography is included. (FL)