Teaching Children to Read
Jul 6, 2010Teachers today are fortunate to have access to a wealth of scientifically based research into what works when teaching children to read. Learn what works for different age groups.
Can Scientific Learning Programs Improve School Test Scores?
Jun 2, 2010Can Fast ForWord® and Reading Assistant™ products improve school test scores? Do they help students learn and succeed? Are they evidence-based?
Child Reading Development and Language Skills Webinar
Apr 8, 2010Without a good language background, a child is likely to struggle with reading. Children who are reading below grade level in the first grade are at risk for remaining below grade level in reading ability throughout their school years, and being poor readers as adults.
Davenport, IA, Succeeds with State-Funded Preschool
Jan 26, 2010Three years ago, Iowa's Davenport School District created a state-funded preschool program for 4-year-olds. Enrolled students spend 2 or more hours a day in the classroom.
The 30 Million Word Gap in Language Experience Puts Kids At Risk
Jan 14, 2010The achievement gap begins for many students before they enter the Kindergarten classroom. Children aren´t born with a vocabulary, yet educators and reading researchers have long identified the differences in word knowledge and vocabulary as key indicators of student readiness. Here are a couple of key findings:
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