Resources
Books
Jo Boaler: Math-ish: Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics. Penguin Random House, May 7, 2024.
Mark Seidenberg: Language at the Speed of Sight: How We Read, Why So Many Can’t, and What Can Be Done About It. Basic Books, January 3, 2017.
Daniel Willingham: The Reading Mind: A Cognitive Approach To Understanding How The Mind Reads. John Wiley & Sons, 2017.
Maryanne Wolf: Proust And The Squid: The Story And Science Of The Reading Brain. Harper Perennial, 2008.
Natalie Wexler: The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause Of America’s Broken Education System–And How To Fix It. Avery, 2019.
Dana Goldstein: The Teacher Wars: A History of America’s Most Embattled Profession. Doubleday, 2014.
Decodable Text
For Young Readers
Aligned Educational Resources Decodables
Benchmark Education BEC Decodables
Benchmark Education Dynamite Decodables
Charge Into Reading Decodable Readers
Cracking the ABC Code AAA Learn to Read Books
Decoder Kids Series by Sundance/Newbridge
Get Reading Right PLUS Readers
InitiaLit Readers from MultiLit
iReady Magnetic Decodable Readers
Junior Learning Decodable Readers
Learning Without Tears Decodable Books
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Phonic Books Dandelion Launchers
Primary Phonics Decodable Readers
Project Read AI Decodable Generator
Simple Word Books Decodable Readers by Jodi Reiner
The Alphabet Series Decodable Readers
Touchphonics Decodable Readers
UFLI Foundations Decodable Text Guide
For Older Readers (Grades 3-8)
The Science of Reading
The Reading League’s Curriculum Evaluation Guidelines (CEGs)
Reading Rockets – Reading 101: Self-Paced Learning Modules
Collaborative Conversations about the Science of Reading
Rhode Island Department of Education Resource Bank
How the Brain Learns to Read – Prof. Stanislas Dehaene
Cortex in the Classroom by Dr. Carolyn Strom
Michelle Elia Explains How Reading is Processed in the Brain
Websites
Reading Rockets
A national initiative providing comprehensive information and resources on early reading development, challenges, and support strategies for children
Children of the Code
Features insightful interviews with renowned reading researchers and educators, offering diverse perspectives on the field
National Center on Improving Literacy
A collaborative effort funded by the U.S. Department of Education, focusing on evidence-based approaches for screening, identifying, and teaching students with literacy-related disabilities, including dyslexia.
National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), The Nation’s Report Card
Offers easily accessible data on 4th and 8th grade reading achievement, highlighting trends and areas for improvement. (See highlights from 2019).
Center for Effective Reading Instruction
Offers evidence-based resources and professional development for educators focused on improving reading instruction.
International Dyslexia Association
International Dyslexia Association provides a wealth of resources on dyslexia under the "resources" section, including research, support, and advocacy information.
The Reading League
Presents a curated list of recommended resources aligned with the science of reading, providing a reliable starting point for further exploration.
What Works Clearinghouse (WWC)
Provides educators, policymakers, researchers, and the public with a central and trusted source of scientific evidence on what works in education. The WWC reviews existing research on different programs, products, practices, and policies in education to provide educators with the information they need to make evidence-based decisions.
Academic Articles
Essential Guides for Parents and Teachers
A foundational booklet outlining research-based strategies for teaching reading.
In-Depth Analysis of the Reading Crisis and Solutions
Special Report: Getting Reading Right (Education Week, 2019)
An essential series of articles examining the challenges in reading education and offering potential solutions.
How Do Kids Learn to Read? What the Science Says
An annotated overview of the research on early reading instruction (K-2).
Data: How Reading Is Really Being Taught
Examines current teaching practices and their effectiveness.
Improving Reading Isn’t Just a Teaching Shift. It’s a Culture Shift
Explores the need for systemic change in reading education.
A Look Inside One Classroom’s Reading Overhaul
Offers a case study of a successful reading program implementation.
The Most Popular Reading Programs Aren’t Backed by Science
Critiques widely used programs lacking scientific support.
Will the Science of Reading Catch On in Teacher Prep?
Investigates the integration of scientific reading research into teacher training programs.
More Than Phonics: How to Boost Comprehension for Early Readers
Emphasizes the importance of comprehension beyond phonics instruction.
Additional Insights into Reading Instruction
How Should Reading Be Taught? (Scientific American, 2002)
Offers a broader perspective on reading pedagogy.
A recent review of scientific research on reading development.
Where the "Reading Wars" Started (Nicholas Lemann, The Atlantic, 1997)
Examines the historical context of debates on reading instruction.
Equity and Effectiveness in Reading Education
Money, Race, and Success: How Your School District Compares (NY Times, 2016)
Analyzes the impact of resources and demographics on reading outcomes.
How Effective Is Your School District? (NY Times, 2017)
Further analysis of school district effectiveness.
The Ongoing Debate and Future Directions
Read All About It; The Reading Wars Are Back (Washington Post, 2020)
Discusses the resurgence of debates around reading instruction.
Offers practical guidance for teachers based on scientific research.
Advocates for evidence-based decision-making in education.
Learning Science and Explicit Instruction
Harvard University: The Science of Learning
Explores research-based principles of learning.
Jaime Clark’s Explicit Instruction Infographics
Provides visual guides for explicit instruction techniques.
Explicit Instruction by Anita Archer
Offers practical strategies for explicit instruction.
How We Learn by Dr. Stanislas Dehaene
Examines cognitive processes involved in learning.
Deans for Impact: The Science of Learning
Applies learning science to improve educational practices.
Cognitive Load Theory Practice Guide
Outlines strategies for managing cognitive load during instruction.
Podcasts
Recommended Podcasts on the Science of Reading
Science of Reading: The Podcast
Hosted by Amplify, featuring interviews with leading researchers and educators.
Hosted by Anna Geiger, covering phonics, fluency, and comprehension.
A podcast that explores different aspects of reading instruction and literacy development.