Elson-Gray Basic Readers, Vol. 5 (Classic Reprint)

Excerpt from Elson-Gray Basic Readers, Vol. 5

The authors of the Basic Readers have attempted to pro vide an interesting, purposeful, and comprehensive reading course for the middle grades.

The primary aim of any reading course is to lead pupils to become voluntary and eager readers for both pleasure and information. To achieve this purpose the authors have assem bled materials from the world-wide field of children's favorite readings. All of the selections included are of recognized worth in providing pleasure, imparting information, cultivating de sirable attitudes, and developing appreciation. Such qualities are essential if the activities of the reading period are to result in enriched experience and permanent reading interests.

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