Blog

Find an article you'd like to learn more about.

The Shocking Truth About the Science of Reading: Why It’s the Only Approach That Actually Works

For decades, we’ve been teaching reading the wrong way—and it’s failed millions of kids. The Science of Reading offers a clear, research-based alternative that works for every student, especially struggling...

So You Finished Decodable Readers, Now What? What Comes After Decodable Readers for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Older Students

Ayinde Abiola

Think your child is ready for chapter books after decodable readers? Think again! Most parents believe the next logical step is diving straight into early chapter books. But did you know...

The Truth About Reading Fluency: What Works, What Doesn’t, and How to Actually Teach It
May 14, 2025
Fluency isn’t just about reading fast—it’s about reading with confidence, accuracy, and expression. In this post, I break down how to teach reading fluency the right way, using science-backed strategies...
What Struggling Readers Need: A Teacher’s Perspective
December 31, 2024
What Struggling Readers Really Need: Proven Strategies for Reading Success in Second and Third Grade As a teacher with over a decade of experience working in urban schools, I’ve had...
What are Decodable Books? A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Educators
October 7, 2024
Decodable books are a type of reading material specifically made to support early readers, focusing on phonics-based learning to help children decode words. Unlike traditional leveled readers, which may introduce a broad...