Stating that comic books are an effective way to present instructional materials, the authors sent food and nutrition subject matter using characters in a daytime television serial in a set of comic books to a sample of extension homemakers. Survey results and implications for extension education are discussed. (MF)

Three hundred Four-H adolescents were surveyed to determine their attitudes toward the aged and the relationship of these attitudes to selected personal and situational factors. Results showed that these youths generally held positive attitudes toward older persons. Those having a positive sense of purpose in their own lives held more positive…

This study examined how titles and illustrations have an impact on consumers' selection of free pamphlets. The implications for dissemination of extension information are explored. (CT)

Authors suggest that county Extension agents have been performing the role of a counselor" for many years without knowing it. They present a case for it being a valid function of the Extension agent, and that courses in the field of human behavior be included in the graduate training. (Editor/LF)

Extension is in a position to help the elderly create new roles and options for their lives and develop their potential as resources for society. (Author/SK)