High–Impact Tutors Provide Help and Hope for Reading Teachers – The Role of NC Ed Corps As some U.S. elementary schools return to virtual learning models in response to the most recent omicron surge, providing high–quality reading instruction continues to be a challenge for many reading teachers. Even prior to the pandemic, classroom reading tutors… Continue reading High–Impact Tutors Provide Help and Hope for Reading Teachers
Science at Storytime: Recent Curriculum Changes – Science of Reading Programs After decades of debate, the reading education industry is finally encouraging more explicit and systematic phonics instruction: a change instigated by the release of a 2018 APM report and documentary series by Emily Hanford, which illuminate the long–term literacy struggles among students receiving balanced… Continue reading Science at Storytime: Recent Curriculum Changes Reflect the Importance of Reading Science
Understanding Different Types of Reading Disabilities and How to Support Them As educators, we know that every child learns differently. Some may excel at mathematics, while others struggle with reading. It’s important to understand that reading disabilities are more common than you might think. According to the National Center for Learning Disabilities, about 1 in… Continue reading Understanding Different Types of Reading Disabilities and How to Support Them
Phonics Instruction: 5 Reasons Why It is Important for Your Child’s Development Your child’s reading and writing skills will be significantly impacted by their ability to decode words. Phonics instruction is a good way to build these skills and provide your child with the foundation they need for later success in school. The letters… Continue reading Phonics Instruction: 5 Reasons Why It is Important for Your Child’s Development
Saying “Goodbye” to Bin Learning: New Cross–Curricular Reading Program As part of ongoing efforts to reshape elementary instruction based on the science of reading, more schools are adopting curricula that support a whole–child and equity–minded approach. In this week’s newsletter, we dive into the science of cross–curricular reading education, focusing on the latest curriculum changes… Continue reading Saying “Goodbye” to Bin Learning: New Cross–Curricular Reading Program Takes an Equity–Minded Approach
Teachers in Training: Train Teachers in the Science of Reading A growing number of reading teachers are returning to the classroom – or the Zoom room – and assuming the role of student, learning how to revamp their literacy curricula and teaching strategies to meet the needs of their youngest readers. This week, we examine… Continue reading Teachers in Training for the Science of Reading
Elementary Reading Tools for Early Readers Struggling Introduction: Reading is a fundamental element of education, and one of the most important skills a child can learn. Unfortunately, many children struggle with reading when they reach kindergarten and elementary school. As educators, it’s our job to provide students with effective tools and strategies that will help… Continue reading Elementary Reading Tools for Early Readers Struggling
Help! My Kindergartener Can’t Read. Here’s What You Can Do About It. If you have a kindergartener that is struggling to read, don’t worry – you are not alone. In fact, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), about 66% of fourth–graders are reading at or above grade level. When your kindergartener is… Continue reading Help! My Kindergartener Can’t Read. Here’s What You Can Do About It.
Following the Money: How Much Does the Science of Reading Cost? While research shows that the science of reading works in the classroom, the actual implementation of science–based reading curricula can be complicated – and costly. Today, we consider the financial barriers to incorporating the science of reading in the classroom, and how school districts… Continue reading Following the Money: How Much Does the Science of Reading Cost?
Empowering Struggling Readers: Strategies to Foster Reading Success For children who struggle with reading, the journey to literacy can be challenging. However, with the right support and strategies, struggling readers can develop the skills and confidence they need to become proficient readers. In this article, we will explore effective ways to help struggling readers… Continue reading Empowering Struggling Readers: Strategies to Foster Reading Success
