Whole language learning is facilitated by an approach to interpretation that is sequenced and developmental. Gonzalez (1998) describes a project which incorporates both oral and written elements and places an emphasis on discourse analysis, specifically the use of story grammars. This approach contains elements of both reciprocal and nonreciprocal reading.Children are involved in a series of activities,which begin with the reading of a narrative,followed by the filling in of a story grammar map, retelling of the story, and feedback.