Claims that the possibility of freedom is an aspect of one's individuality, and this possibility must be actualized through circumstances and conscious involvement with other human beings. Argues education should open spaces to enable poor and minority children to imagine new possibilities for themselves. (NH)

Contains an essay by Catherine G. Beaham on the importance of fantasy books as an escape from the restrictive logic which confines society. (DD)

Suggests that the twin roles of self-exploration through writing and the development of public discourse may be viewed in terms of three stages of the composing process. (DD)

Discusses research into the bi-modal nature of the human brain and what it suggests regarding the inclusion of feeling and imagination in the teaching of English. (DD)

Techniques for encouraging personal writing in a non-threatening setting are discussed. (JH)

Discusses the concepts of play and imagination and how these shape personal development and the knowledge gained through experience with reading and writing. (SRT)