Why a generation of kids are learning to read everything except books. Link in reply ⬇️

LitCon LIVE is Feb. 3! Join us for real-time sessions, expert Q&A, and the energy of learning together. Don’t miss it! literacyconference.org/litconlive/ #k8litcon #teacherPD

💡What one insight transformed how you assess reading progress for EAL or dyslexia? #ReconstructingReading has seen a breadth of new approaches to reading. 📚 Tomorrow's our last day! 👉Join with a Full Access ticket & get recordings of the full week: literacytrust.org.uk/reconstructing…

Why does the brain avoid the very work that helps it most? A new theory of effort suggests thinking feels hard because the brain often can’t see what it’s gaining.

Seidenberg… seidenbergreading.net/blog/phonemic-…

Mark Seidenberg piece on Structured Literacy is a valuable read. I’m a strong believer in structured literacy: it is absolutely vital for many, especially those with dyslexia. His argument is a good reminder that while explicit teaching is essential, we should stay thoughtful

I couldn't go without poetry in the primary classroom. My anthologies - The Works - chosen by Paul Cookson and Pie Corbett have seen me through 23 years and counting, so my actual copies are looking very well loved but they live on my desk ready to be explored every day!

📚 Happening tomorrow: Teachers & school leaders – looking for ways to better support multilingual learners in your primary school? Don’t miss this webinar on multilingual children’s experiences. 🗓️ Tuesday, 25 November 2025, 4 pm – 5 pm (GMT) ucl.ac.uk/ioe/events/202…

Bring your whole K–8 literacy team to LitCon ’26—and save $100 each while you’re at it! 🙌 Use coupon code 100Off before time runs out. Register today: literacyconference.org #k8litcon #teachers #neverstoplearning

What a beautiful evening on Lough Ennell! Amazing murmurations for so early in the winter.

Australia just recorded zero cervical cancer cases in women under 25 - for the first time since records began in 1982. This is what happens when a country commits to HPV vaccination and screening. We protect our girls and save lives.

Hey, LCNA members: Just in time for the long weekend, your Fall issue of the Journal of Reading Recovery is available in the Member Resources section. Log in and check it out: myliteracycouncil.org/resources/jour…

📢Applications are open for our Formative Assessment using Digital Portfolios (primary) initiative! It aims to enhance schools use of digital portfolios to support formative assessment. Two teachers per school can participate in this project. 📷Learn more: tiny.cc/FADPInfo

#EduAdvent start tomorrow! Save the hashtag, bookmark the post, repost and like! Get involved! There is a fantastic giveaway everyday throughout advent! You in?

It's the 1st of December!

Reading Recovery students create an alphabet book to strengthen links between phonemes, graphemes, and words. This tool supports fluent reading and writing, builds independence, expands with new letter knowledge, and serves as a self-check reference during writing.

We’re kicking off our Reading Advent Calendar for December 🎅🏻 Each day, with a new story to enjoy together. Here’s Mrs Sparkes with Day 1 📖 Stay tuned for tomorrow’s surprise 🎄Summit Learning Trust Craig Clarke PLI_SummitLT Reading for Pleasure 🧶 Read for Good The Reading Agency Michael Rosen 💙💙🎓🎓 NICE 爷爷

The countdown continues ....

Here’s Mrs Williamson with Day 2 of our Reading Advent Calendar🎅🏻 Stay tuned for tomorrow’s surprise🎄Summit Learning Trust Craig Clarke PLI_SummitLT Mrs Holt Reading for Pleasure 🧶 Read for Good The Reading Agency 📖