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Moffett, J. Bryan – Reading Improvement, 1982
Argues that reading materials should fit the criteria of relevance, interest, and usefulness if children are to get maximum benefits from reading instruction. (FL)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Elementary Education, Evaluation Criteria, Reading Instruction

Ferguson, Christine – Young Children, 2001
Describes the journey of one kindergarten teacher as she discovered, supported, and promoted the passions and interests of an at-risk kindergarten student, and shared in his joys of learning. Details an inquiry project about snakes, initiated by the student's knowledge about snakes, involving field trips, class discussion, learning centers, and…
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Developmental Delays, Field Trips, High Risk Students