This guide is designed to provide a variety of tools and techniques for planning: tools such as assessment instruments, teaching materials, record and report forms; techniques such as teaching methods for the various reading program objectives; organizational plans for the effective management of students and facilities; and evaluation strategies for determining the overall effectiveness of the program. Section 1, "Objectives," includes a listing of objectives for (1) prereading experiences; (2) word recognition; (3) comprehension; (4) study skills; and (5) attitudes, interests, and values. Section 2, "Needs Assessment," discusses norm-referenced, criterion-referenced, and informal tests. Section 3, "Early Reading Experiences," discusses characteristics important to early reading: auditory discrimination, visual discrimination, and letter identification. Activities for developing each of these skills are presented. Section 4, "Instructional Methods," emphasizes techniques and strategies for the teacher to use in the areas of word recognition, vocabulary, comprehension, and study skills. An explanation of reading skills and techniques for the content areas reading is also included. Section 5, "Affective Dimension of Reading," deals with developing reading interest, attitudes, and values. Included in this section are assessment techniques as well as practical strategies for instruction. Section 6, "Organization for Instruction," includes a discussion of administrative and classroom organizational patterns. Section 7, "Evaluation of the Reading Program," presents information which is designed to aid in the evaluation of the total school reading program. (MS)