Applying the Science of Reading (Quick Reference Guide)

Understand the ins and outs of the Science of Reading, the neuroscience behind it, and how to incorporate it in your elementary classroom.

The science of reading is an ongoing effort to understand what reading is and how best to teach it systemically, directly, and explicitly. Reading proficiency is attainable for any student, especially when you help them develop six foundational skills:

* Speech and language
* Phonemic awareness
* Sound-letter associations
* The brain dictionary
* Automatic word recognition
* Increasingly skillful reading

In Applying the Science of Reading, literacy expert Mark Weakland effectively breaks down insights from neuroscience research and suggests related activities for every classroom. This quick reference guide is an indispensable resource for any classroom teacher looking to implement science of reading strategies to help all their students become accomplished and capable readers.

8.5″ x 11″ 3-panel foldout guide (6 pages), laminated for extra durability and 3-hole-punched for binder storage