The phonics screening check is so closely correlated with month of birth that it can be argued that it is a test of age rather than decoding.

There’s little that’s more devastating than witnessing a child in middle or upper primary school who struggles to read.

English learners are sometimes an afterthought in 'science of reading' policies. Some educators want to change that.

Reading really does begin at home. And with a little love, language, and laughter woven into your daily routines, you are giving your child the best possible start. You’re not just raising a reader; ...