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The Importance of Teaching Foundational Skills

Known to predict future reading success, and a key aspect of Science of Reading research, proficiency in foundational skills is essential for all students.
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3 Tips to Revamp Your Foundational Skills Instruction

Try these three helpful research-based tips for improving the effectiveness of your foundational skills curriculum.
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5 Must-Haves for Foundational Skills Instruction

Foundational skills instruction helps students become the best readers they can be. See what the research says are the five crucial must-haves for foundational skills instruction.
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Decodable Books for Early Readers

Decodable books are an absolute essential for early readers on their Science of Reading journey. Read on to learn more and access a few free samples!
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Empowering Literacy With a Science of Reading Curriculum

Introducing the power of a Science of Reading curriculum can accelerate literacy development in your classroom. Learn more about the benefits.
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Students Look Forward to Helping Others During the Learning A-Z Star Donation Challenge

The Learning A-Z Star Donation Challenge is back and better than ever! Read on to learn how to join, advance reading development, and make an impact.
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Writing in Today's World

How can educators adopt instructional practices and create learning experiences to better prepare students for writing in today’s technology-driven world?

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The Data Story: Uncovering the Narrative to Our...

The Data Story: Uncovering the Narrative to Our Children’s Future

In today’s classrooms, the data story is paramount for helping students succeed. But how can educators ensure justice for all students?

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Classroom Resources to Honor America's Veterans

Commemorate our nation's soldiers both past and present with learning resources from Raz-Plus, Reading A-Z, and Writing A-Z.

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Encourage Your Classroom to Practice Gratitude This Fall

Focus on gratitude and giving this Thanksgiving and holiday season. View the learning resources available to help.

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Why is Early Literacy Essential?

Why Is Early Literacy Essential?

With two-thirds of students reading below grade level, important work must be done to ensure widespread access to books and literacy opportunities.

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Close Reading for the Intermediate Learner: What,...

Close Reading for the Intermediate Learner: What, How, and Why?

Discover the benefits of using short, complex passages from Raz-Plus to help intermediate students hone close reading strategies.

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Develop Independence with Guided Reading

Develop Independence With Guided Reading

Guided reading allows teachers to use small-group instruction to target the needs of all students as each of them learns to read at their own pace.

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Use Raz-Plus to Promote Dual-Language Learning

Use Raz-Plus to Promote Dual Language Learning

Raz-Plus resources provide everything teachers need to promote biliteracy, bilingual comprehension, and vocabulary development.

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New Raz-Plus and Reading A-Z Close Read Passages – October 2018

Our new Close Read Passages, launched this month for grades 2–6, promote critical thinking and deepen comprehension.

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The Making of a Learning A-Z Leveled Book

The Making of a Learning A-Z Leveled Book

Get a glimpse behind the scenes at Learning A-Z as our editors talk about the strategy, detail, and passion that go into creating a new leveled book.

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Supporting a School or District Curriculum With the Raz-Plus File Cabinet

Discover ways to use the Raz-Plus and Reading A-Z File Cabinet to support the unique curricular needs of your school or district.

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Tips for Organizing, Saving, and Sharing Raz-Plus...

Tips for Organizing, Saving, and Sharing Raz-Plus and Reading A-Z Resources

Learn how the File Cabinet in Raz-Plus and Reading A-Z makes it easy to organize resources for collaboration and curriculum support.

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