Events for May 13, 2025 - October 30, 2024

What is the role of read alouds in the science of reading? What does the most current research show about the linguistic, social emotional, academic, and even physiological benefits of read alouds? Based on Dr. Ness’s 2023 book Read Alouds for All Learners with a forward by Natalie Wexler, this presentation focuses on maximizing the potential of read alouds across the content areas, by exploring funds of knowledge, building expressive and receptive vocabulary, and thinking aloud to build comprehension and comprehension. Join this session to learn an explicit planning process to maximize the instructional benefits of read alouds in all content areas in K-8 classrooms. Note: The Zoom link will be sent at a time closer to the event.

Join The Reading League Chapter Network for a free, virtual book study on MTSS for Reading Improvement: A Leader’s Tool Kit for Schoolwide Success by Sarah Brown & Stephanie Stollar. This step-by-step guide will help you and your team build a strong foundation in the science of reading, provide tools you can use to implement effective tiered supports, and empower you to lead meaningful, schoolwide change. Register today and join us on June 18 for a live, virtual kickoff!