The science of reading

Discover my favorite activities that are aligned with the science of reading curriculum to help your young learns master reading fast.

Reading is not a natural process. This article explores how our brains learn to read and how we can help our children effectively rewire them!

Are all of the Science of Reading terms and definitions confusing you? There are so many terms and phrases being mentioned while discussing the science of reading that were never taught in college or professional development sessions. We thought it would be helpful to break it all down here for you. Get your science of reading definitions for teachers here!

There’s a lot of books about the Science of Reading. But which ones are the best for comprehension? Getting started? Small group?

How can you use the most recent research in the science of reading to teach comprehension to your students? What does the science of reading say about teaching reading, beyond phonics and fluency? Read this article for elementary teachers!

No matter where you are currently in your journey, this list of 10 essential Science of Reading books will help further your learning.

Science of Reading is taking over elementary classrooms, and today I’m sharing how to incorporate Science of Reading centers into your classroom. Science of Reading has 5 components: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. These components can be used to create play centers or center games. I also like to use multisensory word work in centers as well. Check out my K-2 classroom no prep centers and center management and get started today!

This was intended to be my first post when I launched my blog. As I began writing, though, I was overwhelmed with the idea. My apprehension came because this is just too important to mess up, too important to do half-heartedly. But today, I’m writing for those of you who, like me, are still overwhelmed sometimes with the Science of Reading. I’m writing for those of you who have heard of it, but are in a place where you feel like you can’t ask questions. I’m writing for anyone who is always…

Check out these science of reading centers ideas to help give your kinder and first grade readers authentic practice during literacy centers.

Are you wondering if guided reading can align with the science of reading? Let me show you 4 quick changes you can make to make it work!