Reports on an exploratory comparative study of the impact of whole language on four elementary school libraries. Finds that librarians were excited about the impact of whole language, and that they wanted to talk to someone about it. Concludes that whole language empowers librarians. (RS)

Shares examples from Florida elementary schools that show what happens when librarians and teachers collaborate in language arts curriculum and instruction. Outlines practices that enhance the development of selecting books and using libraries. (MG)