The purpose of this research was to determine if reading specialist candidates improve the reading proficiency of their students through the use of digital, technology-based teaching techniques and materials. The candidates were certified teachers who provided individualized and small-group instruction to K-6 children while the candidates were…

Describes the use of a wordless picture book with a second and fifth grader and demonstrates its usefulness in the language arts classroom. (RS)

Describes some of the ways early adolescents respond to reading and thinking tasks and details the development of procedures for observing and analyzing children as they complete such tasks. (FL)

Examines a remedial reading program for grades 4 and 5. Claims that a reading program featuring oral language, good children's literature, interesting reading activities, writing, and attractive reading incentives in an informal classroom structure can change negative reading attitudes and improve reading abilities. (MM)