Storytelling, reading achievement link is complex
Esp. for African-American boys, storytelling ability seems linked to the trajectory of reading achievement in elementary school.
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Special ed needs to focus better for reading
Reading and spelling difficulties could play an important role in determining what special education services young students may need.
It works to teach reading by phonics
Young readers comprehend just as well by learning with a phonics-only approach, rather than whole-word meanings, new research suggests.
Genetics may predict a child’s reading ability
A London study has used a genetic scoring technique to predict reading performance throughout school years from DNA alone.
Trump seeks ‘repeal’ of so-called Common Core
What did Kellyanne Conway mean when she said the president was planning to "repeal" the Common Core State Standards?
Tests say girls are better readers than boys
Reported gender gaps in reading ability may be a reflection of tests that measure reading ability, incl. multiple-choice and essay questions.
Reading for fun, a student takes no prisoners
How do you read "for fun," enjoyment, pleasure? Do you devour books? Or do you moan and groan every time you get an assignment to read?
Barbara & George H.W. Bush: 72 years & counting
The longest-married presidential couple in our history is Barbara and George H.W. Bush, married 72 years as of Friday.
Poet can’t answer test questions on own poem
A prolific poet found out 2 of her poems were selected for a standardized test, and she was bewildered when she couldn't answer the questions about them.
Reading Now Network is a West Mich. positive
Reading at grade level, by third grade, has been shown to predict success throughout a student's school life, and one group of Mich. schools is meeting the challenge.