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Peer reviewedTheus, Osa – PTA Today, 1985
A report released in May by the Commission on Reading entitled "Becoming a Nation of Readers" suggests, among other things, that teachers should revise the way they teach reading. Specific comments are discussed. (MT)
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Primary Education, Reading Instruction, Reading Teachers
Peer reviewedCriscuolo, Nicholas P. – PTA Today, 1982
The New Haven (Connecticut) public school system has been successful in involving parents in their children's reading instruction through several activities: (1) reading project exhibits; (2) Parents' Center, where parents meet to discuss educational concerns; (3) parent brochures; (4) parent tutors; (5) home-school book projects; and (6)…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Exhibits, Parent Participation, Parent Student Relationship
Peer reviewedStavick, J. E. D. – PTA Today, 1994
Parents can help their children prepare for the future by providing them with a literate home environment. The article suggests that parents model literacy at home, make time for reading and writing, create a literate environment, strengthen bonds while developing skills, and find meaning in reading and writing. (SM)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Family Environment, Literacy, Parent Responsibility
