This elementary school banned screens in the middle of the year. Will it solve their reading crisis?
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This elementary school banned screens in the middle of the year. Will it solve their reading crisis?
School leaders say it’s much easier to teach students technology skills than social skills
5 ways to make reading click for teens
Five classroom-tested approaches that make reading engaging, relevant and sustainable for middle school learners
3 ways students can use AI tools to improve their literacy skills
Educators must seize on the opportunity to coach students on effective and acceptable uses of AI that enhance learning
From fragmentation to fidelity: How Wayne-Westland built a literacy system that works
Proper diagnostics create a foundation to help close the literacy gap and drive measurable outcomes for all students
Why schools and public libraries must unite–in summer and all year long
When schools and public libraries work together, they don’t just promote summer reading--they nurture lifelong readers
A quicker climb up the literacy mountain: Why rigor and efficiency matter in early reading
First graders who are behind in reading have a much higher chance of still being behind in fourth grade
What’s in and out in literacy instruction for 2026
Solving the literacy crisis requires a commitment to implementation and letting go of familiar approaches that aren't serving students
5 high-frequency and irregular word teaching strategies rooted in the Science of Reading
Educators can move beyond rote memorization and equip young learners with the tools they need for fluent, confident reading
Teaching visual literacy as a core reading strategy in the age of AI
Educators and school leaders now face urgent questions around misinformation, academic integrity, and critical thinking
Solving the staffing crisis is key to the Science of Reading movement
Every time a new leader or teacher steps in, the hard-won progress on a literacy initiative can be jeopardized
From momentum to endurance: Scaling structured literacy with implementation science
Implementation science offers a roadmap for translating the science of reading into day-to-day instructional routines
3 strategies to boost student reading fluency this school year
All students can become strong, proficient readers when they are given the right tools, instruction, and support
Strengthening middle school literacy: What educators need to know
Building literacy doesn’t just improve test scores--it gives students the skills to succeed in every subject
Building a literacy framework that works: A district leader’s journey in Peoria
This district needed a literacy framework that could both repair learning gaps and accelerate grade-level achievement
Strengthening family engagement to support the science of reading
Practical tools and data-driven insights can help teachers and families work together to support student literacy
4 tips to help older K-12 readers
Middle schoolers will continue to encounter interdisciplinary subjects that play a unique role in their developing literacy skills
5 steps to a successful literacy training rollout for teachers
Educators are busy, but will be inspired when they begin to see the tangible results of their professional learning in their classrooms
Nine in 10 educators back evidence-based reading, but training and implementation lag
A new whitepaper highlights national implications as New York educators report gaps in preparation, uneven curriculum adoption, and high demand for professional learning
4 tips to support the literacy needs of middle and high school students
A new report underscores the literacy challenges of older students left behind by the COVID-19 pandemic's disruptions to learning
Emergent writing: 3 ways to plant seeds for lifelong literacy
Emergent writing is a critical milestone in early childhood literacy, when children first connect symbols with meaning
How we’re rebuilding literacy–and confidence–in our high school
What began as a strategy to help students access grade-level texts turned into a catalyst for broader academic transformation
Why stories still matter in a fast-moving world
Literacy is about critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and the ability to engage with complex ideas
Beyond formulas: Embracing complexity in writing instruction
Through thoughtful design, students can become flexible, reflective, and skilled writers able to tackle the challenges that come with written communication
From school year to summer: Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy
Literacy is not confined to English Language Arts--in fact, every teacher is a reading teacher
3 ways to rethink reading intervention with AI
AI can offer a powerful layer of support for students struggling with reading, especially those who feel left behind
Solving our literacy crisis starts in the lecture hall
It’s not enough to just teach teachers about phonics and reading theory; they need to know how to teach it, too
Why graphic novels belong in every classroom
Graphic novels can be excellent vehicles for ELA learning, character-building, and beyond
5 ways our students benefit from our online literacy platform
Online platforms have helped significantly transform English Learner students' reading progress--and their confidence
Supporting delayed readers: Strategies for success
Supporting delayed readers requires individualized strategies, early literacy support, and consistent application of evidence-based reading instruction
One-Two-Three-Read!: A motivational reading program that works
An educator-created reading program inspired genuine excitement, reinforced reading habits, and brought classrooms together in a celebration of literacy
Video game design boosts students’ literacy skills
A pilot project in the Bronx results in 51-percent growth in literacy skills in just three months
Lights, camera, literacy: Student-created book reviews inspire a global reading culture
When students are given the opportunity to express themselves in meaningful ways, they rise to the occasion
Offering books featuring favorite licensed characters can engage young readers
If a student selects his or her own book based on their own interests, they are much more likely to stay engaged with reading
We are just beginning the uphill climb to improve student reading scores
The solution to low reading scores is a complicated one, requiring focused attention and action
Closing the K-2 learning gap through systematic writing instruction
Systematic writing instruction helps educators close early literacy gaps and gives students the foundation they need for future success
NAEP scores show disheartening trends for the lowest-performing students
Students who struggle in middle school often end up locked out of more advanced math in high school that can open doors to higher-paid careers in STEM fields
Engaging the reluctant reader: Benefits of gamified learning in literacy education
Discover how interactive, game-based learning strategies can inspire confidence and joy in literacy (for even the most reluctant readers)
Science teachers, math teachers, history teachers–we’re all reading teachers now
Post-COVID, we must catch our older students up on second grade skills without infantilizing the content
Helping science-averse teachers integrate STEM and literacy
Starting with a compelling story is a powerful way to inspire 2nd-grade teachers and students to explore STEM topics
5 steps to integrate STEM into student literacy
