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Fisher, Carol J.; Elleman, Barbara – Instructor, 1984
Ten reasons that teachers should read aloud to students in the upper elementary grades are given. Suggestions for choosing books that will be suitable for oral reading are included. (PP)
Descriptors: Intermediate Grades, Literature Appreciation, Reading Aloud to Others, Reading Comprehension
Instructor, 1983
Five elementary school teachers offer ideas for encouraging skillful reading and appreciation of books in young students. Suggested strategies include: (1) holding book auctions; (2) choosing books geared toward children's interests; (3) individualizing the reading program; and (4) making oversize books for kindergarten. (PP)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Individualized Instruction
Bell, Robert; Zjawin, Dorothy – Instructor, 1983
Teachers can capitalize on children's interest in recent science fiction movies by using books based on the films in their classrooms. Books taken from "E. T.,""Star Wars,""The Empire Strikes Back," and "The Wrath of Khan" are summarized, and learning activities to be used in conjunction with the books are suggested. (PP)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Films, Learning Activities, Reading Instruction
