A Life of Learning and Enjoyment from Literacy.

Worthy, Jo

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ERIC Number: EJ622908

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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ISSN: ISSN-0034-0561

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A Life of Learning and Enjoyment from Literacy.

Worthy, Jo

Reading Teacher, v54 n7 p690-91 Apr 2001

Points out the many different kinds of texts people read and write, and how literacy is used for a wide variety of purposes. Argues that teachers should make available for students different kinds of texts in addition to the more conventional ones seen in classrooms, and offers a list of such materials. (SR)

Descriptors: Instructional Materials, Intermediate Grades, Literacy, Reading Material Selection, Reading Materials

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Note: Special Themed Issue: Embracing Pluralism Worldwide, Part 1. Literacy Is International.