Balanced Literacy downplays structured phonics, where kids learn by memorizing letters' sounds. Is that why some are struggling to read?

Teaching methods have changed over recent years, particularly in the areas of reading and writing. The pendulum is swinging back, though, so phonics and cursive writing are turning up in lesson plans.

An influential researcher in the science of reading movement is warns schools may be "overteaching" the skill.

In Raymond Elementary School’s pre-kindergarten classroom, boys and girls huddled together on a rug with their teacher to learn a foundational skill for reading and spelling: how to pull apart and put ...

Belfast-based education platform LearningMole, expands its digital library of videos and classroom materials for teachers, parents, and home educators. LearningMole Expands Subscription Library of ...

A government-commissioned report, published last month, found the English hubs programme (EHP) has had a “substantial” impact, with more six-year-olds meeting the expected standard in the phonics ...

After previous years of low literacy rates, San Joaquin County is actively making changes to improve student reading scores.

After previous years of low literacy rates, San Joaquin County is actively making changes to improve student reading scores.

Filipino learners struggling with reading and math may soon benefit from new educational materials designed to strengthen foundational skills both in classrooms and at home. Publishing house Lampara ...

Since the school district implemented a new phonics program in Bradley Elementary School, 80% of the kids are now reading above grade level.

Emilio Saenz, a sophomore at Phoenix Country Day School, created Navegante to help families navigate bilingual education ...