Resources for Literacy Learning

Best Reading Strategies for Special Education Students

Are you looking for some evidence-based strategies to support students with learning disabilities? 15% of students in the U.S. receive special education services, many of whom have dyslexia. Here are some of the best reading strategies for special education students.

Addressing the Growing Need for Culturally Relevant Teaching

Public school student bodies are becoming more diverse every year, while teacher demographics are largely static. What is culturally relevant teaching, and why is it so important? Here, we’ll answer those questions, and explain how to begin culturally responsive teaching.

What is the Science of Reading (Through the Lens of Pedagogy and Teacher Practice)?

Much has been said over the years about the “right way” to teach literacy. Explore evidence-based literacy instruction and see how the science of reading is changing the game for educators. Discover how to connect the SoR to classroom practice and ensure systematic and cumulative instruction.

Overlooked and Misdiagnosed: Developmental Language Disorder

Dyslexia and Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) are independent conditions. Unfortunately, 70% of students with DLD remain undiagnosed for school services. Discover how these two disorders are different: students with dyslexia have difficulty with decoding, and students with Developmental Language Disorder have difficulty with oral language skills.

What Does it Mean to be at a ‘7th-Grade Lexile Level?’

Lexile® levels have been around for years, but what are they actually measuring? We’re tackling what it means to be at a “7th-grade Lexile level,” and how teachers can use Lexile scores to assess and better support their students.

What is Culturally Responsive Teaching?

Cultural and racial biases affect students and teachers in more ways than you’d think. One of the best ways to combat these biases is through culturally responsive teaching. Click here to learn some of the best practices for becoming a culturally responsive educator.

The Power of Effective Literacy Instruction

So many components have to be put in place to establish effective literacy instruction in the classroom. But what exactly are those components, and how do they come together to help students find reading success? Click here to learn more.

How the Science of Reading Works for English Learners

Bilingual students are becoming more common in U.S. classrooms, and educators should know all the amazing strengths they bring with them. Learn about how the science of reading works for English Learners and how to support them in your classroom.

Tips for Developing a Structured Literacy Curriculum

Now more than ever, teachers need actionable steps to ensure their students are getting the best, most effective instruction possible. In this blog post, Lexia® tackles some of the key components to developing an effective curriculum based on the science of reading.