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Unlocking the power of high frequency words

One of the foundational skills for young learners is mastering high frequency words, which are essential for both reading comprehension and proficient writing. The blog includes step-by-step guides for teaching high frequency words and a podcast with Diane Snowball....

Why Writing about Reading Matters: A Teacher’s Guide

Posted by Sharon Callen on Teachific 5 Feb 2024 When kids write about what they read, they're showing what they think. It's a chance for them to share their ideas. By looking at what students write after reading, we can see how well they understood the text. Writing...

Key findings of the Australia Reads Research Review.

In order to drive systemic change, we need to understand the underlying factors that influence the reading behaviours and habits of Australians – from early readers to adult readers, and in contexts as diverse as our schools, public spaces, libraries, bookshops, and...

Caps for Sale

The Paris Review by B.J. Novak January 19 2024 I’ve noticed that a striking number of the best children’s books have been written by people who had no children: Margaret Wise Brown (Goodnight Moon). H. A. and Margret Rey (Curious George). Maurice Sendak. Dr. Seuss. I...