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Using Texting in Instruction

Texting and “text speak” can be used to help build foundational reading skills such as word recognition and phonological awareness.

Structured Word Inquiry in a Grade 2 Classroom

In this video, Sam Modest discusses the process he and his co-teacher, Erin Metcalf, are going through to refine structured word inquiry practice in their Grade 2 class at the Nueva School.

The Alphabetic Principle

In Houston, the teacher of an advanced kindergarten class connects letters and sounds in a systematic and explicit way.

Mastering Short Vowels and Reading Whole Words with Calista, First Grader

Reading expert Linda Farrell works with Calista, an early stage reader, on short vowel sounds, blending and manipulating sounds, reading whole words, and fluency.

Becoming Aware of Print

In San Jose, California, 32-month-old Mira gets a head start on reading from her parents.

Reading SOS: Finding a good reading program for a child with LD

Reading expert Linda Farrell provides guidance in understanding the three features that all good reading programs should have.

Assessments by Specialists

At a Lindamood-Bell Center in Denver, a seven-year-old receives one-on-one assessment and guidance.

Blending Sounds in Syllables with Autumn, Kindergartner

Ms. Farrell gives Autumn explicit practice with onset and rime — a core phonological awareness skill that helps kids recognize and blend sound chunks within syllables.