One of a series of publications on selected aspects of reading curriculum development, this monograph contains eight papers that deal with expectations in the teaching of reading. Topics covered include (1) the relationship between reading and writing, (2) changing expectations in education, (3) skills programs for remedial readers, (4) ways to reach reluctant readers, (5) creating a learning center in the classroom, (6) directing expectations for gifted readers, and (7) ways to motivate beginning readers. The eighth paper presents activities designed to make teachers aware of the concept of print processing. (FL)