Focusing on a whole language program for the middle grades in Canada's Northwest Territories, this interview transcript consists of responses by Anne Davies, a teacher from Yellow Knife, in the Northwest Territories, and currently a doctoral student, to questions posed by Norma Mickelson, a professor at the University of Victoria in British Columbia. Davies claims that the whole language program is still evolving, but is already a viable alternative to traditional approaches in intermediate grade classrooms. Davies begins by asserting that very few modifications are necessary to use the whole language approach with older students, then describes a typical day in the classroom, which includes (1) reading; (2) sharing; (3) journal writing; (4) editing; (5) written reactions to reading; (6) logic exercises; (7) whole language content area instruction; and (8) quiet time. Davies next describes her holistic evaluation methods, which are based on observation. Davies' discussion then turns to using microcomputers in middle grade classrooms, including use of language arts software and interactive games. Finally, Davies talks about the role of the whole language teacher, interaction with administrators, the teaching philosophy, and the atmosphere in whole language classrooms. (One reference is included.) (SKC)