What decodable text is, why it might be used, when, developmentally, it might be used, and how it can be used to boost early reading skills.
September 24, 2020
Recently, I was talking to a group of primary grade teachers after finishing a workshop. They were all very conscientious, but they were also frightened, angry, and distracted by the tenor of recent conversations about phonics
January 13, 2020
Evidence has converged on several important elements of a phonics lesson. Here are 5 research-based essential parts of a phonics lesson.
September 11, 2019
How does phonics effectively fit within daily classroom instruction? Today on the podcast, we’re joined by author Heidi Anne Mesmer
July 25, 2019
In addition to using clear language and providing helpful feedback, teachers should be mindful of extra talk in their lessons.
June 14, 2019
The teaching of phonics is a means to an end. Children need to decode in order to independently read and write. Phonics shouldn’t feel like an interruption or detour away from these authentic experiences. Phonics should be the building of a curiosity.
March 11, 2019
