Teaching Reading in the Elementary School

In this recording from 1964, educator Morris Schreiber, with assistance from the University Players, creates a scenario in which children from different socio-economic backgrounds approach the task of learning to read in elementary school. Schreiber’s presentation focuses on the challenges faced by teachers of students with different levels of reading ability. He offers tips on how parents can assist teachers and other school officials with their reading programs. The complete transcript is included in the liner notes.

Track Listing

101	Reading in the Primary Grades 1. Building Reading Readiness	Morris Schreiber	08:02
102	READING IN THE PRIMARY GRADES 2. Building the Basic Reading Skills	Morris Schreiber	20:56
201	The Mid-Point - ACHIEVEMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS 1. Taking Stock and Planning for the Future	Morris Schreiber	03:32
202	READING IN THE ELEMENTARY GRADES 2.An Illustrative Reading Lesson- Grade 4 [see pg. 2]	Morris Schreiber	15:23
203	PARENTS AND THE READING PROGRAM 3. How Parents Can Assist the School	Morris Schreiber	04:49