It started as a routine phonics lesson in the 1st grade Bronx classroom I was observing to study how students learn to read.

On a chilly Tuesday back in January, my 7-year-old son’s classroom in Minneapolis was humming with reading activities. At their desks, first- and second-graders wrote on worksheets, read independently ...

One of the most influential names in the “science of reading” movement has issued a surprising warning: After years of neglecting to systematically teach students foundational reading skills, he says, ...

Phonics lessons are being transformed into lively, engaging experiences that help early readers master essential skills while enjoying the process. Through hands-on games, multisensory activities, and ...

Peek inside a kindergarten, first-grade, or second-grade classroom at Midland Public Schools any day of the week, and you’re guaranteed to see adorable kiddos and a flurry of activity. What you’re ...