The chapters in this volume report new research evidence, review new concepts, and acquaint classroom teachers at the elementary level with the ideas of those most active in the field of linguistics. Discussion, which focuses on the relationships between linguistics and language arts, reading, spelling instruction, and the teaching of grammar and usage, emphasizes ways in which major linguistic concepts may be incorporated into teaching procedures. Bibliographies at the end of each chapter, as well as a glossary and an index, are included. (KS)