What’s Not True with the Science of Reading
To say the term “science of reading” is ubiquitous is a gross understatement. In many ways, it’s fantastic that there is such robust discussion about the topic. But as with…
Too Many Curriculum Demands? Integrated Literacy Lessons is the Answer.
Whether you have to tightly follow a specific curriculum, you have a great deal of freedom in what materials you use to teach, or you fall somewhere in the middle…
Should You Get Rid of Predictable and Leveled Texts?
My goodness, there are a lot of misconceptions out there. To name a few: that kids should only read decodable text. Or that phonics is the answer to every single…
Are Book Levels Really So Bad?
As we get to know our new crop of students this school year, teachers gather all sorts of data, both hard and soft. It’s so important to get a feel…
Want to See an Integrated Literacy Day?
I’m a big proponent of integrated literacy instruction. Why? Well for starters, it just makes good sense. It’s also very supported by research. And it helps make the reading-writing connection…