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At 95 Percent Group, our pursuit of literacy extends far beyond the classroom. We’re committed to sharing research, resources, and expertise as we advance the science of reading and empower educators everywhere.
What is structured literacy? An introduction for educators
Many people have asked me, ‘How do I do the science of reading?’ Here’s my answer, ‘You can’t really DO the science of reading because the science of reading is a body of research that informs our practice. But structured literacy is an instructional approach designed to enact the science of reading research.’
Laura Stewart Chief Academic Officer
As educators, our knowledge is our power. In sharing all that we know with one another, we can focus our impact on what matters most — unlocking the power of literacy for every child.
Laura Stewart
5 things Louisa Moats says you need to know about learning to spell
Spellography is not a traditional spelling program. There are no lists to memorize and no Friday tests whose words are soon forgotten. Instead, this program explores why words are spelled the way they are, emphasizing understanding over rote memorization.
Louisa Moats, EdD Coauthor of Spellography and LETRS®
Guide to phonics
Solid familiarity with the visual shapes of individual letters is an absolute prerequisite for learning to read. Writing aids letter recognition, the most reliable predictor of future reading success.
Marilyn Jager Adams 1990
Spotlight Missouri: Systematic phonics instruction moves all students forward
I think one of the best successes is when we have to amend IEP (Individual Education Program) goals because we were wrong about what an end-of-year goal should be for a student, and they’re surpassing it much more quickly than that year-long time frame.
Sarah Mwongi Assistant Superintendent of Learning Services, Joplin Public Schools
95 Phonics Core Program Earns Evidence for ESSA Strong Rating for Tier 1
This recognition from Evidence for ESSA further validates what we have seen clearly in schools and districts. Our 95 Phonics Core Program is an effective, efficient, and joyful method for supporting all children in reading improvement and for helping them pursue a literate life.
Brad Lindaas Chief Executive Officer
9 Reading comprehension games and activities
How to improve reading comprehension in an engaging and entertaining way
Explicit or formal instruction in the application of comprehension strategies has been shown to be highly effective in enhancing understanding.
National Reading Panel, 2002
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