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Baker, Carolyn; Freebody, Peter – Australian Journal of Reading, 1988
Examines the nature of early school reading material and its distinct discourse structures, which are used to present possible social worlds and characters to children. Argues that understanding the interpretive challenges and problems that such texts present to children aids teachers in enhancing literacy. (RAE)
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Critical Reading, Decoding (Reading), Discourse Analysis
