Discusses the benefits of reading young adult novels. Remarks on their serious intent, careful craftmanship, effective expression, as well as their ability to illuminate the human condition and provide insights. (EL)

A rationale and procedure for promoting outside reading and assigning book reports. (RL)

Reports on a survey of high school students, who listed books they recommended for study in class, and for independent, recreational reading. Lists 84 books that were recommended. (RL)

Suggests that educators can help new readers develop the habit of reading by exposing them to easy-to-read, high-interest books, giving them time to practice reading, reading books aloud in class, and having students share their reactions to books with each other. (MM)