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Considering 61 reading tutoring programs established in response to the "America Reads Challenge," this publication encourages all Americans to collaborate with classroom teachers and parents so that every child can read well and independently by the third grade. It discusses ways to build effective partnerships among the community, and it describes different types of tutoring teams. The publication outlines parameters for the tutoring program and discusses training trainers, training tutors, the methodology of tutoring, the tutoring sessions, volunteer support, and subjective and objective assessments. (Contains 23 references; attached are "Lessons Learned" culled from final reports of the 61 America Reads partnerships, "How to Spend $50,000," a 94-item "Partnerships' Bibliography," 10 tables listing contact information for the America Reads Partnerships, and a list of 10 regional educational laboratories.) (SC)

Noting the importance of agriculture in a developing nation, this manual provides primary school teachers with ideas for lessons and activities that can be taught in the school garden setting to improve students' application of skills acquired in class. The guide provides examples of specific lesson plans in science, math, social studies, and English language. It includes lessons for three terms adapted to crops viable for each of those seasons. It covers planning, site selection, soil science, planting and cultivation, harvesting, preserving, and marketing. The first part of the guide presents six class syllabi, including main ideas, specific topics and related activities for each class stage. Activities include finding examples of specific plants in the village or at the market, learning about tools, and experimenting with growing conditions. The second part of the guide offers guidelines for planning and developing the curriculum and discipline for teaching in the garden. The third part includes several sample lesson plans with illustrations. A glossary of words frequently used in gardening is provided. (AP)