What The Science Says – serie

Discover all about how students learn to read! This teacher resource examines current research on the science of reading and discusses what it means for classrooms today. From detailed background information to useful classroom tips, authors Jennifer Jump and Robin D. Johnson cover everything teachers need to help students with word recognition. Perfect for professional development, this book includes key words for teacher understanding, teaching checklists, top must-dos, and other features to support teachers as they bring these research-based strategies into their classrooms.

Bridge the gap between research and classroom practice.

Unlock the keys to helping students become skilled readers who expand their content knowledge through engaging with texts. This practical, research-based guide is part of a powerful series designed to bring the science of reading into today’s classrooms.

In this book, Jennifer Jump and Kathleen Kopp provide everything teachers need to improve students’ reading comprehension, including:

A clear overview of the research: Explore insights on background knowledge, vocabulary, print concepts, genre study, syntax, semantics, and text structures.Classroom-ready strategies: Discover actionable, research-aligned techniques for every grade-level band.Practical tools: Access key terms, definitions, vivid classroom examples, teaching checklists, and reflection questions to drive meaningful instruction.Actionable insights: Learn how to connect research with effective classroom practices to maximize student success.

Designed for ease of use, this resource equips teachers with the tools they need to create confident, capable readers while building a deeper understanding of reading comprehension and content knowledge. Start turning educational research into real classroom impact today!

Bridge the gap between research and classroom practice.

Unlock the keys to helping students become skilled writers who effectively communicate ideas through engaging and meaningful written expression. This practical, research-based guide is part of a powerful series offering actionable insights for today’s classrooms.

In this book, Jennifer Jump and Kathleen Kopp provide everything teachers need to improve students’ writing, including:

A clear overview of the research: Explore teaching strategies for the writing process, genres, syntax, grammar, and more.Classroom-ready strategies: Discover actionable, research-aligned techniques for every grade-level band.Practical tools: Access key terms, definitions, vivid classroom examples, teaching checklists, and reflection questions to drive meaningful instruction.Actionable insights: Learn how to connect research with effective classroom practices to maximize student success.

Designed to be easy to use, this resource equips teachers with the tools and strategies to build strong, confident writers. Start turning educational research into real classroom impact today!

Bring the science of reading to life in early childhood classrooms.

This comprehensive and practical resource empowers teachers to transform research into effective instruction, setting young learners on the path to literacy success.

Jodene L. Smith provides an overview of key components of literacy instruction—including phonological awareness, letter recognition, comprehension, content knowledge, and emergent writing—alongside proven strategies to strengthen these skills in the classroom.

With 36 powerful strategies, teachers will have everything needed to:

Understand the "why" behind each strategy with clear background information.Focus lessons using well-defined instructional objectives.Implement with ease using step-by-step guidance designed for busy classrooms.Adapt teaching to meet the diverse needs of every learner.

Filled with real-world examples, reproducible teacher materials, and engaging student activity sheets, this book makes applying the science of reading both practical and enjoyable. It’s the perfect tool for helping early childhood educators create confident, skilled readers and writers who are ready for lifelong learning.