Reading is Fun!

       The Parent-Teacher Series, written by Professor of Education Roma Gans, is intended for both parents and teachers. Some of the material may seem to be directed more to parents, and some more to teachers. It is hoped, however, that if each group can better understand the concerns of the other, then both will find greater understanding of the mutual task of helping boys and girls grow up successfully. 

       Moreover, many of the matters of maturing discussed could apply equally to home and school. Parents and teachers will find that there are clues to the solution of their problems whether the setting is the home or the school. 

       Other articles in this series will answer further practical questions such as these: What should we do about discipline in the home and in the classroom? What should we do about children's behavior problems? How can we answer children's questions? What is a good school day? How can parents help a child with schoolwork at home? What is meant by "modern education"? and similar problems. Editor Ruth Cunningham

Illustrations by Ruth Allcott.

Here's where you will find ... 

Part I 

HOW READING HAPPENS, Grownups set the pattern. Making the most of children's interests, Grownups can help, One way to help: take time to listen, Find Out Together, Readers on the hunt. 

Part II 

WANTED-A HELPFUL ADULT A friendly lift. Help when help is sought. Getting learning started. Learning new tricks. Getting acquainted with words. Discovering sounds. Remembering facts. Putting two and two together. Wanting facts. 

Part III 

READING HURDLES FOR POST-BEGINNERS Making old friends of new words. Dealing with dictionaries. Building reading interest. "I like Superman!" Sure road to discouragement. Grownups don't always help. 

Part IV 

CATERING TO READING APPETITES Reading is a personal affair. The "clutter" problem. A "good neighbor" policy. The growth of critics. Back to radio and fireside. The family newspaper. Learning in an adult world. Ideas for family learning. Building group interests.