Science of reading comprehension

How can you use the most recent research in the science of reading to teach comprehension to your students? What does the science of reading say about teaching reading, beyond phonics and fluency? Read this article for elementary teachers!

The term Science of Reading has been the focus of attention for several years (see my January, 2020 post). The term refers to the research that reading experts, especially cognitive scientists, have conducted on how we learn to read. This body of knowledge, over twenty years in the making, has helped debunk older methods of reading instruction that were based on tradition and observation, not evidence. Much of the discourse around instruction based on the Science of Reading tends to focus on…

There’s a lot of books about the Science of Reading. But which ones are the best for comprehension? Getting started? Small group?

Reading Through Science lets you integrate science and literacy with LOW-PREP science-based reading lessons & activities! All nonfiction AND fiction texts reinforce reading strategies and reading comprehension with a science focus. Perfect for literacy centers, guided reading, writer's workshop and so much more!

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Getting Started with the Science of Reading in 2022 | Kindergarten reading activities, Teaching reading, Kindergarten reading

Discover my favorite activities that are aligned with the science of reading curriculum to help your young learns master reading fast.

Science of Reading is taking over elementary classrooms, and today I’m sharing how to incorporate Science of Reading centers into your classroom. Science of Reading has 5 components: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. These components can be used to create play centers or center games. I also like to use multisensory word work in centers as well. Check out my K-2 classroom no prep centers and center management and get started today!

How to make reading comprehension instruction engaging with ideas from the book DIsrupting Thinking by Kylene Beers and Robert Probst

All about the science of reading - what it's based on, the research behind it, and how you can help ALL students become fluent readers.