When Reading Is Strong but Spelling Isn’t: A Focus Guide for Steps 1 and 2
If you work with students on closed syllable spelling rules in Wilson Steps 1 and...
Why Morphology Instruction Is Essential for Struggling Readers
If you’re following the science of reading, you’re likely teaching phonemic awareness and phonics. But...
TOWRE-2 Test Explained: What It Measures, Who It’s For, and How to Use the Results
This post answers a common question educators ask: What is the TOWRE-2, what does it...
Free and Paid Literacy Resources I Can’t Teach Without (2025 Edition)
Every year, I find myself refining my go-to materials for reading intervention, and 2025 is...
Routine Without the Rut: How to Keep Structured Literacy Lessons Engaging
Teaching structured literacy means sticking to the routines and rules that make the approach so...
11 Summer Phonics Activities to Keep Literacy Skills Sharp
Summer is a time for fun and relaxation, but it’s also when many young readers...
CTOPP-2 Score Interpretation: How to Write Clearer Reports
Understanding CTOPP-2 score interpretation is essential for writing clear, helpful evaluation reports that truly reflect...
Understanding the CTOPP-2: A Guide for Teachers and Parents
The CTOPP -2 (conversationally referred to and pronounced as the “See Top”) is a test...
Top Picks: Decodable Books for Wilson, Orton Gillingham, and Structured Literacy Instruction
Are you looking for decodable books your students can confidently read at home or in...
Understanding the WIST: A Resource for All Literacy Teachers
The Word Identification and Spelling Test (WIST) is a valuable tool for assessing foundational literacy...
