Time-saving + research-backed resources, professional development training, activities, and centers aligned with Science of Reading!
In this post, I answer the question “what are decodable books and when should I use them?” I offer you an explicit routine for using decodable books with your small groups. Finally, I leave you with 5 FREE DECODABLE BOOKS with comprehension questions and explicit teacher lesson plans that are perfect for small group instruction in Kindergarten, first and second-grade… Read More
In this post, I answer the question “what is the schwa sound?” and explain how to identify the schwa sound in words. I offer 4 tips for how to teach the schwa sound to students and leave you with a FREE, downloadable schwa word list. Do you know what the most common vowel sound is in the English language? If… Read More
In this blog, I explain three cueing systems, also known as MSV. I discuss why it is an ineffective method and offer research-based tips to help you effectively prompt and teach students how to navigate texts and read unknown words. “Use the picture and think about what makes sense.“ “Skip the word and go on.” “Try a word that might… Read More
In this post, I first discuss why some educators resist the science of reading. Then, I offer suggestions and resources to help you educate your colleagues and administrators about the science of reading and the benefits of structured literacy. In a recent blog post, I shared information about how to help parents learn more about the science of reading. While… Read More
In this post, I explain the difference between phonological awareness and phonemic awareness skills and offer 6 research-based tips for how to teach phonemic awareness. I share details about my science of reading-aligned phonemic awareness lesson plans for kindergarten and first-grade students and leave you with FREE phonemic awareness lesson plans that you can begin using with your small groups… Read More
In this blog post, I share handouts, parent letters, and videos about the science of reading that will help families understand how we teach children to read and how they can help at home. These resources and handouts are perfect to share with families at back-to-school nights, parent-teacher conferences, or any time throughout the year! In classrooms all around the world,… Read More
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