Reading Comprehension (Part 2 of 2) Practical classroom activities to help build reading comprehension This blog is Part 2 of a two-part blog on comprehension.

Reading Comprehension (Part 1 of 2) At some point in our teaching careers we have all come across those students who after reading a page

Let’s Talk: Strategies for Oral Language Success “Reading and writing float on a sea of talk.” – James Britton 1970 It is widely accepted by

From Misspelt to Mastered: Understanding Spelling Instruction The importance of teaching spelling has long been overlooked. If you trained as a teacher during the ‘balanced

Words Matter: Elevating Vocabulary Instruction in the Classroom David Geary, in his work on cognitive development, introduces the concept of Biological Primary Knowledge as a

Navigating the Classroom: Small Group Instruction vs Whole Class Instruction in P-2 This blog aims to spark dialogue and encourage educators to critically examine their

Mastering Reading Fluency – The Pillar to Solid Reading Comprehension In the vast landscape of reading instruction, fluency stands as a crucial pillar to comprehension.

Understanding the challenges and terrain faced by older children who are struggling readers One of the most challenging obstacles faced by older struggling readers is

The What and How of Explicit Instruction While it’s true that human beings have inherent cognitive abilities that aid in navigating the world and acquiring

Unlocking the Magic of Literacy The Hidden Powers of Take-Home Reading In the realm of education, where debates about the efficacy of homework persist, there

Teaching Tricky Words in a Phonics Program What is a Common Exception Word or Tricky Word? This is any word that has a sound or sounds in it

What are decodable books? Decodable books are designed to support a Synthetic Phonics method of teaching reading. In Synthetic Phonics, letter sounds (phonemes) and the