This guide is based on findings of a year-long study undertaken by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to evaluate Institute-sponsored programs for youth aged 9-19 between 1998 and 2003, and discussion with the IMLS Youth Action Committee and practitioners about the kind of information needed for planning and implementing effective…

Working with three groups of mildly to severely mentally retarded children in counseling sessions, it was found that the ease with which groups develop and work productively is dependent upon the social-emotional makeup of their members more than upon their mental retardation. Recommendations for public school counseling are presented. (Author/PN)

Describes the "Unpuffables Program" in which two states tested receptivity to and feasibility of a smoking prevention activity package for fourth through sixth graders and parents. High awareness and participation rates were seen, and "Unpuffables" provided an opportunity to discuss smoking at home, motivating smokers to…