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ERIC Number: EJ511625
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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ISSN: ISSN-0895-1381
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"Using a Howitzer to Kill a Butterfly": Teaching Literature with Basals.
Noll, Elizabeth; Goodman, Ken
New Advocate, v8 n4 p243-54 Fall 1995
Maintains that while basals have undergone a facelift in recent years, the core of the program remains the same. Analyzes the experiences children would have when reading Jane Yolen's "Grizzle's Grumble," assuming it were taught according to the guidelines provided in the basals. Asks Yolen about the treatment of her story in the basals. (TB)
Descriptors: Basal Reading, Basic Vocabulary, Beginning Reading, Childrens Literature, Elementary Education, Reading Comprehension, Reading Materials, Reading Programs
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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