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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1964
Page
7
Professor Nason explains incidental learning shapes vocabulary and literacy more than formal lessons. He notes how children absorb language from home and surroundings, with exposure to precise speech affecting word usage.
The excerpt argues parents often miss early talking cues by age two or three and notes reading together matters more than mere exposure to books. It urges ongoing dialogue and word-learning as a child progresses from picture books to adult literature, stressing gradual, active engagement.
Adults influence children's learning through habits and talk about reading. Incidental lessons from teachers and parents shape attitudes toward school, workmanship, and behavior more than direct instruction. Early, thoughtful habit training matters, as years of formation are brief.
Rep. Elmont S. Tyndale of Kennebunkport will represent Maine as a panelist at the Conference of Higher Education in Swampscott Massachusetts November 21 to 23. The event, sponsored by the New England Board of Higher Education, focuses on specialized manpower needs. Tyndale aims to push a York County area vocational school legislation in the 102nd Legislature if elected to the State Senate. He previously received notice from the Maine Teachers and School Supervisors Association and authored education bills including a five year teacher college program leading to master’s degrees.
Cynthia Lowry of the AP notes CBS Sunday night offered a string of fantasy programs including a talking horse, a dialed Martian, and a computer girl, with Ed Sullivan’s hour preceding them. She argues family viewing explains the trend while praising My Favorite Martian for its humor and Ray Walston. The column also mentions Ben Casey on ABC and local Old Orchard Beach notes about Ed Mayo’s Monhegan Adventure show and visitors.
Maine will form a state guard brigade to serve in emergencies when National Guard units are called out of state. Retired Col. Clair H. Thurston of Knox is named commanding brigadier general. the brigade will include two infantry regiments with units across Maine.
A new 265000 border station on the western border with Quebec was dedicated Sunday. Sen Ed Muskie said relations with Canada must involve both cooperation and respect for differences of opinion. Also speaking were Lucia Cormier Maine customs collector and Edward Powers GSA deputy regional administrator.
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