Early Literacy
Learn more about the curriculum and methods used to teach young children the literacy skills they need to read and write, including phonics
Why Putting the 'Science of Reading' Into Practice Is So Challenging
Philosophical disagreements, a rushed rollout, and a lack of ready-to-use materials have complicated one state's journey.
Classroom Technology
K-12 Essentials Forum
Reading Instruction and AI: New Strategies for the Big Education Challenges of Our Time
Join the conversation as experts in the field explore these instructional pain points and offer game-changing guidance for K-12 leaders and educators.
School & District Management
Video
How This Superintendent Overhauled Literacy Instruction
This Kentucky superintendent made overhauling literacy instruction a top priority. Two years later, he’s already seeing results.
Reading & Literacy
Opinion
Tired of the Reading Wars? Become a Conscientious Objector
Teachers' obligation is to their students. The research combined with the knowledge of individual students should be the guide.
Reading & Literacy
Opinion
Teachers, You Don't Need to Choose Sides in the Reading Wars
Instead of arguing over who's right, let's focus attention on expanding knowledge about unresolved instructional issues.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
Spotlight on The Science of Reading
This Spotlight will help you gain insight into science of reading implementation and more.
Reading & Literacy
3rd Grade Reading Retention: Why the Research Is Complicated
Retention laws are common—about half of the states in the country have a policy. They’re also controversial.
Reading & Literacy
Letter to the Editor
Informed Literacy Leadership Matters
Intentional leadership can help ensure discussions on how to teach reading remain civil, fact-based, and focused on what's best for kids.
Reading & Literacy
Webinar
Reading and Retention Mandates: Is it Effective?
Learn how states are overhauling how reading is taught, and why one component—holding back students who aren’t reading on grade level—is among the most controversial requirements.
Reading & Literacy
Webinar
How Schools Can Invest in Improving Student Literacy
Seeking solutions for improving student reading? Discover effective strategies for literacy instruction and cost navigation.
Reading & Literacy
Classroom Reading Groups: What Works and What Doesn't
Studies show that leveled reading groups don't support struggling students. So what should grouping look like in the reading classroom?
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For the Science of Reading, whether you're looking to start or for ways to improve your current implementation, our webinar can help!
Reading & Literacy
Opinion
A Focus on Phonics or Comprehension? What Reading Research Should Look Like in Practice
Children do need phonics instruction. But, it should happen in the context of real reading, write two researchers.
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Teaching Profession
AFT Head Wants to Show She's Focused on Solutions to K-12's Challenges
Randi Weingarten attacked conservatives in a speech while responding to criticism by saying teachers are responsible for finding solutions.