Resources

Comprehensive collection of "by the end of __ grade, students can___"

Interview with Dr. Curtis, who describes what good vocabulary instruction would look like in a classroom. Addresses the need for explicit instruction and multiple practice opportunities.

Learn more about the history of The Science of Reading, the dangers of "Balanced Literacy" and "3-cueing" and why "The Reading Wars" are over.

Use this helpful, in-depth list of resources to build knowledge and vocabulary as well as assist with accessing prior knowledge.

Compelling easy-to-read information on why knowledge is a pillar of the Science of Reading.

Provides a sampling of strategies to help students enhance their learning experiences.

Learn more about student difficulty with reading tests and the importance of teaching with challenging grade-level texts.

Shares research on why we should not be teaching with leveled texts.

Learn the benefits of music when teaching reading

Student Support & Well-being Coordinator Christy Schwartz explains what the Science of Reading is from an educator’s perspective.

Crystal Wheeler, a fifth-grade teacher at Village of Barboursville Elementary, discusses different components of vocabulary and demonstrates how they can be taught in the classroom.

Use this in-depth report to substantiate and support your instructional practice in demonstrating how writing can improve reading.