Emma Barnett teaches a reading group. The text reads: Are your students falling behind in reading? Let's help them catch up! Structured literacy resources and support for teachers and parents.
The text reads: I know how frustrating it can be when expectations don't match reality. Your students are supposed to be “reading to learn,” but they are still learning foundational phonics skills. 

Your students are expected to write paragraphs, but they are still mastering complete sentences. 

Your students are expected to comprehend complex texts, but they are still building essential background knowledge.
Emma Barnett, creator of Empire State Educate, is pictured. The text reads: Hi, I'm Emma. I'm dedicated to helping you: Close skill gaps, build knowledge, create confident readers. Download your free resource below!

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