How to Teach Reading in the Public Schools

A practical manual for public-school teachers outlining a graded method for teaching oral and silent reading, grounded in psychological principles of vocal expression. It explains criteria such as time, pitch, quality, and force, and addresses mental attitude, grouping, succession, central idea, subordination, values, emotion, atmosphere, contrasts, and climaxes. The text advocates presenting one expressive element at a time, cultivating teachers' appreciation of literature, and supplying exercises and interpretive guidance so pupils can convey meaning and feeling effectively. Emphasis is on classroom application and clear principles for literary interpretation.