
Morphology has quickly become a buzzword in the science of reading community. But if you’re unsure what it is or how to teach it, you’re not alone. In this post, we’ll break down the different types of morphemes, why morphology matters for reading and spelling instruction, common mistakes people make when teaching it, and how… Continue reading

Valentine’s Day in elementary school is always a bit hectic, but it can also be a fun break from the monotony of winter. In this post, I’m sharing my favorite Valentine’s Day ELA activities and resources for structured literacy classrooms. “Quick Win” Valentine’s Day ELA Activities Let’s start with some “quick win” activities that are… Continue reading

Decodable texts are most commonly used in the primary grades. But what if your third, fourth, or fifth graders are struggling to read grade-level texts? Should you use decodable passages for older students, or stick with grade-level texts so they don’t fall further behind? In this post, I’ll talk about when it’s appropriate to use… Continue reading