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Peer reviewedWinfield, Evelyn – PTA Today, 1988
A variety of children's and preteen books are reviewed, including several introductions to poetry and five books of fiction. The themes of the books are happiness, humor, and hope. (JL)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Fiction, Happiness, Independent Reading
Smith, Kay M.; Carroll, Margaret K. – Illinois Schools Journal, 1988
Reading can become a central focus in family learning. Families should develop reading plans to encourage children to read. Families should develop their own home resource centers of books and other learning materials. (BJV)
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Family Influence, Home Instruction
Download full textMorrow, Lesley Mandel – 1985
This booklet describes methods that teachers can use in recreational reading in early childhood and elementary classrooms and suggests ways to help parents promote voluntary reading in their children. The first section deals with "Promoting Voluntary Reading through Classroom Library Corners." Discussed are the value of classroom library corners,…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Independent Reading, Learning Activities
