The Best Children’s Books Of All Time—From J.R.R. Tolkien to J.K. Rowling
The Best Children’s Books Of All Time—From J.R.R. Tolkien to J.K. Rowling
Tap the Transformative Power of Stories to Build a Kinder World
How books and storytelling can help teach children to be more kind and empathetic
Why Deeply Diving Into Content Could Be the Key to Reading Comprehension
Researcher believes too many elementary schools teach reading comprehension as free-floating skills, detached from the content a child is reading.
Teaching Close Reading to Elementary Students
How to teach elementary school children to practice close reading
The enduring power of print for learning in a digital world
Today's students are surrounded by digital technology. Parents, teachers, and policymakers may assume that means textbooks should be converted to digital. But research shows kids who read from print have better learning outcomes
‘The Secret to Developing Successful Readers’ Lies In How You Motivate Them
Keeping kids motivated is the key to developing them into lifelong readers
Phonics vs. Balanced Literacy: A Classroom Comparison
Phonics vs. Balanced Literacy: A Classroom Comparison
Research Zeroes In on a Barrier to Reading (Plus, Tips for Teachers)
How much background knowledge do students need to understand a piece of text? New research appears to discover the tipping point
To Foster Confidence and Motivation in Young Readers, Consider This
How can parents and teachers inspire children to see themselves as readers and build up their confidence and motivation to read more books?
Want to Boost Reading Scores? Build Silent Reading Stamina.
Developing students skills and stamina for efficient, proficient silent reading is crucial for success well beyond the classroom