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The Science of Reading Research
ASCD, Reid Lyon & Vinita Chhabra
Clear, research-based overview of how scientific evidence should guide reading instruction.Redefining the Science of Reading
ASCD, Natalie Wexler
Expands “Science of Reading” beyond phonics to include knowledge-building and comprehension.The Sciences of Reading Instruction
ASCD, Rachael Gabriel
Addresses common misconceptions and clarifies what evidence-based instruction really means.Science of Reading: Defining Guide
Reading Rockets
A widely respected definition and explanation used in educator training.Science of Reading 3.0
95 Percent Group
Focuses on implementation and systems-level change.Narrowing the 3rd Grade Reading Gap
AEB
Explores strategies to help students reach grade-level reading by third grade.Teaching Reading is Rocket Science
Louisa Moats
Outlines the essential knowledge and skills teachers need to teach reading effectively.Experts say widely used reading curriculum is failing kids
APM Reports, Emily Hanford
Reports that many popular reading programs don’t align with research, leaving students behind.At a Loss for Words: How a flawed idea is teaching millions of kids to be poor readers
APM Reports, Emily Hanford
Explores how widely used reading instruction methods teach children to rely on ineffective strategies, leading many to become struggling readers despite decades of contrary scientific evidence.Hard Words: Why Aren't Kids Being Taught to Read
APM Reports, Emily Hanford
Examines the gap between reading science and classroom practice, showing how a lack of teacher training in evidence-based methods has left millions of children without the skills they need to read proficiently.Science of Reading: The Podcast
Amplify Education
A podcast series that translates reading research into practical insights through conversations with experts, helping educators understand and apply evidence-based literacy instruction.
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Berninger, V. and Wolf, B. (2015). Teaching Students with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, OWL LD, and Dyscalculia: Lessons from Science and Teaching. Brookes Publishing.
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Dehaene, S. (2010). Reading in the Brain - The New Science of How We Read. Penguin.
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Haager, D., Klingner, J., Vaughn, S. (2007). Evidence-based Reading Practices for Response to Intervention. Brookes Publishing.
Harrison, Casey (2025). Teaching Beyond the Diagnosis: Empowering Students with Dyslexia. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Hasbrouck, J. (2020). Conquering Dyslexia: A Guide to Early Detection and Intervention for Teachers and Parents. Benchmark Education Company.
Hennessy, N. (2020). The Reading Comprehension Blueprint. Brookes Publishing.
Kilpatrick, D. (2015). Essentials of Assessing, Preventing, and Overcoming Reading Difficulties. Wiley.
Kilpatrick, D. A., Joshi, R. M., and Wagner, R. K. (2019). Reading development and difficulties: Bridging the gap between research and practice. Springer.
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Lyon, R., Ortiz Lienemann, T., and Hagaman, J. (2013). Strategy Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities (2nd Edition). Guilford Publications.
Mather, N. and Goldstein, S. (2008). Learning disabilities and challenging behaviors: A guide to intervention and classroom management (2nd Edition). Brooks Publishing.
Moats, L. (2020). Speech to print: Language essentials for teachers (3rd Edition). Brookes Publishing.
Moats, L. C. and Dakin, K. E., (2008). Basic facts about dyslexia and other reading problems. International Dyslexia Association.
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Richards, R. (2005). When writing's a problem: Understanding dysgraphia and helpful hints for reluctant writers. RET Center Press.
Sedita, J. (2022). The Writing Rope: A framework for explicit writing instruction in all subjects. Brookes Publishing Company.
Seidenberg, M. (2017). Language at the Speed of Sight: How We Read, Why So Many Can't, and What Can Be Done About It. Basic Books.
Stahl, K. and McKenna, M. Eds (2006). Reading research at work: Foundations of effective practice. Guilford Press.
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Wolf, M. (2007). Proust and the squid: the story and sequence of the reading brain. Harper Collins Publishers.
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Young, N. and Hasbrouck, J. (2024). Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of All Learners. Benchmark Education Company.
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ADHD, Executive Function, Learning Disabilities, ELLs/Multilingual Learners, Advocacy
Bellis, T. J. (2002). When the Brain Can't Hear: Unraveling the Mystery of Auditory Processing Disorder. Atria Books.
Cardenas-Hagen, E. (2020). Literacy Foundations for English Learners: A Comprehensive Guide to Evidence-Based Instruction. Brookes Publishing.
Dawson, P. and Guare, R. (2009), Smart but Scattered. Guilford Press.
Dehaene, S. (2021). How We Learn: Why Brains Learn Better Than Any Machine…for Now. Penguin.
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Gathercole, S. E. and Alloway, T. P. (2008). Working Memory & Learning: A Practical guide for teachers. Sage Publications.
Goldstein, Sam and Brooks, Robert (2007). Understanding and managing children's classroom behavior: Creating sustainable, resilient classrooms. J. Wiley & Sons.
Hallowell, E. M. and Ratey, J. J. (2021). ADHD 2.0: New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving with Distraction—from Childhood to Adulthood. Ballantine Books.
Jenson, E. (2009). Different Brains, Different Learners: How to Reach the Hard to Reach. Corwin Publishers.
Kame'enui, E., Carnine, D., Dixon, R., Simmons, D., and Coyne, M. (2002). Effective teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learners. Merrill Prentice Hall.
Kendall, J. and Outley, K. (2006). Writing Sense: Integrated Reading and Writing Lessons for English Language Learners K-8. Stenhouse Publishers.
Nadeau, K. (2005). Understanding girls with AD/HD. Advantage Books.
Meltzer, L. (2010). Executive Function Education from Theory to Practice. The Guilford Press.
Pennington, B. F. (2009). Diagnosing learning disorders: A neuropsychological framework. The Guilford Press.
Richards, R. (2003). The source for learning and memory strategies. LinguiSystems.
Sandman-Hurley, K. (2016). Dyslexia Advocate! How to Advocate for a Child with Dyslexia within the Public Education System. Jessica Kingsley Publishing.
Schultz, J. (2011). Nowhere to Hide: Why Kids with ADHD & LD Hate School and What We Can Do About It. Jossey-Bass.
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Tomlinson, Cl (2014). The Differentiated Classroom - Responding to All Learners. ASCD.
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How the Brain Learns to Read
Dr. Stanislas DehaeneEyes on Reading
Julie Washington with Emily Handford
African American Children’s Reading SuccessEyes on Reading
Maryanne Wolf with Emily Handford
Beauty, Threat, and Choice: The Deep Reading Brain in a Digital CultureEyes on Reading
Dr. Stanislas Dehaene with Emily Handford
The latest advances in understanding the neuroscience of literacyEyes on Reading
A Conversation with Emily Hanford, Creator of Sold a StoryOvercoming Dyslexia—One Family’s Success Story
Scottish Rite for ChildrenDyslexia Duo—Two brothers conquer dyslexia
Scottish Rite for ChildrenMisperceptions of Dyslexia
Scottish Rite for ChildrenHomework Support for Kids with Dyslexia
Scottish Rite for ChildrenLandmark Outreach
Free video resourcesInternational Dyslexia Association
Free conference recordingsThe Reading League
Multiple videos related to reading, literacy, and more
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The Ladder of Reading & Writing
Nancy Young. Posted with permission.The Literacy Language Connection
Jan Wasowicz
The Reading Rope
Hollis ScarboroughScience of Reading, Reading Rope
Amplify EducationInternational Dyslexia Association
Structured Literacy: An Approach Grounded in the Science of Reading
International Dyslexia Association
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College Guide for Students with Dyslexia
College Planning Guide for Students with Learning Disabilities
Financial Aid & Scholarships for Students with Learning and Attention Issues
Resources & Support for College Students with Learning Differences
Resources for PhD Students with Learning Disabilities: Tools and Strategies for Success
College & Career Guide for Students with Learning Difference