Reading & Literacy
Reading and writing instruction. The science of reading. Early literacy. State reading policy. Explore EdWeek’s full coverage
See also: Early Literacy, Writing, Books
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Beyond 3rd Grade: What to Do When Older Students Struggle to Read
Many secondary students also struggle with basic reading. How can schools catch them up?
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Different Subjects, Different Reading
How can teachers help students master each content area's specialized vocabulary, tools, and ways of communicating?
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Reading to Understand: Unlocking the Elements of Comprehension
Reading comprehension is a complex element of the "science of reading." Learn how schools can foster students’ ability to make sense of texts.
Reading & Literacy Kindergartners' Math and Reading Scores Can Predict Their 3rd Grade PerformanceBut their academic trajectories aren't set in stone, and early intervention is key, researchers say.
Reading & Literacy Is It Time for Another National Reading Panel?The panel's 2000 report on reading has influenced policy for years. Now, Congress is calling for an update.
Reading & Literacy How Should Teachers Select Books for Young Readers? (Hint: It's Not Just Decodability)Three new studies offer clues about what makes texts easier and harder for young students to read on their own.
Reading & Literacy Even in Math, Teachers See a Chance to Boost Students' Reading SkillsMinnesota middle school teachers spread foundational literacy skills across academic classes.
Reading & Literacy How Family Reading Time Can Help Older Students ThriveEdWeek readers offer suggestions about how to get older students reading more.Reading & Literacy Whitepaper The Upward Spiral of LiteracySponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Discover the research-backed Dirigo Literacy framework and learn how educators and leaders can accelerate reading and writing growth through evidence-based practices that move every learner forward.
Reading & Literacy 14-Year-Old Bounces Back, Dominates Spell-Off to Win the National Scripps BeeThe teenager from California who missed his school bee last year set a spell-off record Thursday night.
Reading & Literacy Letter to the Editor Classic Literature Has Value in English ClassesA letter to the editor pushes back on the argument that classic literature is boring.
Reading & Literacy What Might Matter More Than Phonics in Early LiteracyA district invested in evidence-based literacy instruction but reaped uneven results. Here's why.
Reading & Literacy Yes, Teachers Do Still Assign Full-Length Books. But Numbers VaryMost middle and high school teachers have students read books—but often just one or two a year.Reading & Literacy Quiz Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Helping Struggling Students Get Back on Track?Too many students struggle with reading. Test your knowledge of what works—and discover strategies to help them get back on track.
Reading & Literacy How the Science of Reading Is Reshaping Teaching: What the Data SayA nationally representative survey shows how reading curriculum, PD, and teacher practice have shifted.Reading & Literacy Webinar Restoring Writing in Grades K-3 as a Core Pillar of LiteracySponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Explore research on handwriting automaticity and sentence construction, plus strategies to improve writing instruction across grades K–3.
Reading & Literacy How a School's Language Lab Teaches Non-Phonics Reading SkillsIn 'language lab,' teachers work on vocabulary and syntax to help students understand complex text.Reading & Literacy Quiz Risk vs. Reward: How Defensible Is Your Literacy Strategy?Build a stronger case for your literacy approach. Test your knowledge of research-driven strategies that support reading success with this quick quiz.
