Examines current research concerning various instructional approaches for introducing print related concepts to preschool children. Discusses the nature of preschool literacy skills in light of research findings. Concludes that a whole language approach enhances initial print concepts and develops analytical reading related skills. (MM)

Describes questions, games, and activities which promote critical reading as early as kindergarten by encouraging critical thinking. (MM)

Research shows that kindergarten children can and do learn to read, but many questions about early instruction remain unanswered. (MKM)

Reports on some of the advantages--language creativity, applied phonics, and integrated skills--for the South African Indian children learning to read and write with the Language Experience Approach. (MB)

Describes the problems of acculturation for the Navajo child learning to read English. (TO)