Videos

G. Reid Lyon: The Reading Process

G. Reid Lyon identifies the processes involved in reading and describes how each is crucial for reading success.

Preschool for ELLs: Academic Skills

Dr. Palacios describes key academic skills that ELLs need in preparation for kindergarten, as well as curriculum themes for preschool programs.

How can early detection of dyslexia be improved?

Many screeners do not screen all of the components important for learning to read.

What does effective intervention look like?

Effective instructional environments can prevent learning disabilities, especially in the early years.

The Read Project: screening before kindergarten

Dr. Gabrieli discusses the Read Project.

Letters vs Phonemes

Dr. Louisa Moats explains to a kindergarten teacher why it is critical to differentiate between the letters and sounds within a word when teaching children to read and write.

Spelling

Dr. Louisa Moats discusses the critical role of spelling in reading and writing instruction and explains what teachers can learn about a child’s reading skills from invented spelling.