You’ve done the trainings. You believe in the Science of Reading. But… some of those old routines still feel comfortable! Letting go of familiar practices can be tough, but these easy swaps will make a big difference for your students. The best part? These alternatives aren’t just research-based—they’re also simple, practical, and easy to implement […] The post Science of Reading-Friendly Alternatives for Outdated K-2 Literacy Routines appeared first on Lucky Little Learners.| Lucky Little Learners
TRT Podcast #221: How to implement the science of reading with young learners – with Amie Burkholder What should K-2 teachers know about teaching phonemic awareness, phonics, handwriting, and more? Teacher and author Amie Burkholder gives us practical tips in this quick and powerful episode! Listen to the episode here Full episode transcript Learn more […] The post How to implement the science of reading with young learners – with Amie Burkholder appeared first on The Measured Mom.| The Measured Mom
TRT Podcast #220: A lively discussion about syntax, grammar, and punctuation - with Lyn Stone I take every opportunity I can to learn from Lyn Stone, so I was thrilled to sit down and "rapid fire"| The Measured Mom
TRT Podcast #219: Thoughtfully meeting the needs of advanced readers - with Dr. Amanda Nickerson Advanced readers often get overlooked. Dr. Amanda Nickerson helps us understand how we can nurture these students and help them| The Measured Mom
By Thomas Ultican 7/1/2025 Science of Reading (SoR) was always a fraud; it is not based on sound science. In 1997, the National Reading Panel was established by congress and 21 volunteers were give…| tultican
TRT Podcast #218: What to say to your child’s teacher when your child is struggling with learning to read – with Michelle Henderson Are you concerned about your child’s lack of progress in learning to read? Michelle Henderson, reading specialist and parent coach, explains what rights you have and offers advice for gently (and firmly) addressing […] The post What to say to your child’s teacher when your child is struggling with learning to read – with Michelle Henderson appeared f...| The Measured Mom
TRT Podcast #217: "There's research for that!" - with Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer & Dr. Katie Hilden What does it mean when we say that research supports a specific practice? And what DOES research say| The Measured Mom
TRT Podcast #215: Anything but boring: The power of direct instruction with Dr. Zach Groshell Dr. Zach Groshell explains what direct instruction is and why it's so effective for student learning. He also shares specific classroom strategies| The Measured Mom
Why and how to help your teachers move beyond cueing and transform your school's literacy outcomes with strategic Science of Reading professional development.| Edthena
In a sense, each teacher adds by putting a brick upon another brick in a child’s reading development. And together all build a great structure. ~Jeanne S. Chall, Stages of Reading Development (1983, p. 169) Searching the so-called Science of Reading (SoR) research, one may spot citations from the late Harvard reading Professor Jeanne Chall. […] The post Chall’s Missing STAGES OF READING DEVELOPMENT in the Science of Reading first appeared on Nancy Bailey's Education Website.| Nancy Bailey's Education Website
Here at Wilson Language Training we believe that the ability to read opens up a world of possibilities for every individual. So, it was disheartening to see that the 2024 NAEP reading scores are continuing their downward trend. In recent years, educators have become increasingly familiar with the science of reading (SOR)—in fact, many states […] The post Implementation Science: The Missing Link to Improving Student Literacy Outcomes appeared first on Wilson Language Training.| Wilson Language Training
TRT Podcast #214: How to use the MTSS framework to transform school reading achievement - with Dr. Sarah Brown & Dr. Stephanie Stollar Dr. Sarah Brown and Dr. Stephanie Stollar join me to talk about| The Measured Mom
TRT Podcast #213: The principal's role in using MTSS to improve reading outcomes - with Sharon Dunn Sharon Dunn, a former principal of a high-poverty school, shares the process that she and her staff used| The Measured Mom
Let’s get real, teaching prefixes and suffixes can be a real struggle. But when done right, it’s a game-changer for your students’ reading and vocabulary skills! Research from the Science of Reading shows that teaching morphology (studying word parts) helps kids break down tricky words, improve spelling, and become confident readers. So, if you’re looking for a fun and effective way to teach affixes, check out the ideas below:| Dragon's Den Curriculum
Did you know that the schwa is the most common sound in the English language? Yet, it’s also one of the trickiest for young readers to recognize! If you’re teaching phonics and structured literacy, understanding the schwa sound is essential for helping students become confident, fluent readers. Keep reading to learn for What is the […] The post What is the Schwa Sound & Teaching Tips appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Denise AhlquistSenior Academic Consultant Denise Ahlquist has enjoyed leading thousands of Shared Inquiry discussions with participants ranging from ages 4 to 99, across the United States and abroad. A veteran educator and “road warrior,” she has introduced thousands of other teachers and learners to the Shared Inquiry method and supported them in a wide varietyContinue reading| The Great Books Foundation
The goal of reading ALL words is to read them as if by sight. This means that we can look at a word and recognize it instantly because our brains are using four important processors to recognize that word. Sight word instruction should address all four of these processors so students can build connections and […] The post How-To Teach Sight Words In Kindergarten appeared first on Simply Kinder.| Simply Kinder
Recently we caught up with Dr. Mitchell Brookins, a former Junior Great Books® teacher and assistant principal in Chicago Public Schools and now a powerful advocate for student discourse and an expert in the science of reading.| The Great Books Foundation
TRT Podcast #204: Can we redeem the writing workshop approach? - with April Smith "Writing workshop" is almost a bad word in today's science of reading circles. It's true that many elements of the model need improvement,| The Measured Mom
Digital Promise and Edthena partner to offer AI-powered coaching for Science of Reading, providing teachers with on-demand, research-backed instructional strategies.| Edthena
Discover the new Science of Reading pathway for AI Coach. Learn how it can help teachers boost reading proficiency with on-demand Science of Reading coaching.| Edthena
Denise AhlquistSenior Academic Consultant Denise Ahlquist has enjoyed leading thousands of Shared Inquiry discussions with participants ranging from ages 4 to 99, across the United States and abroad. A veteran educator and “road warrior,” she has introduced thousands of other teachers and learners to the Shared Inquiry method and supported them in a wide varietyContinue reading| The Great Books Foundation
We had the chance to get Ashley Davis’s perspective on Structured Literacy and the impact of implementing Fundations® in her Ohio district.| Wilson Language Training
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) released their newest issue of Perspectives on Language and Literacy titled The Structured Literacy Brief.| Wilson Language Training
Use these tips for how to teach sound blending in order to help your students become more confident readers.| Mrs. Wills Kindergarten
blending sounds is one of the most important parts of learning to read. here are some tips to get your students reading!| Sparkling in Second Grade
Phonological awareness is a quick and simple way to develop your students' reading ability. Check out these simple ideas!| Sparkling in Second Grade