The Science of Reading

The Reading League

We believe all children deserve to learn to read, and all teachers can learn to teach them.

The Reading League

We believe all children deserve to learn to read, and all teachers can learn to teach them.

OUR MISSION

The Reading League’s mission is to advance the awareness, understanding, and use of evidence-aligned reading instruction.

OUR MISSION

The Reading League’s mission is to advance the awareness, understanding, and use of evidence-aligned reading instruction.

10th Annual Conference of The Reading League

  • September 30 – October 2, 2026

The Reading League Conference brings together thousands of literacy experts for three days of learning, collaboration and evidence-aligned strategies to improve reading outcomes. Register today to be a part of the movement advancing the science of reading.

Literacy Learning in Action

Join educators, researchers, and literacy leaders at our upcoming events, trainings and conversations shaping the future of the science of reading.

Upcoming Events

  • Begins June 16, 2026

Chapter Network Summer Book Study
A nationwide virtual summer book study exploring adolescent literacy and evidence-aligned practices to support students in grades 4–12.
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  • July 20 & 24, 2026

KAT Framework Workshop
A two-day virtual workshop where you’ll learn evidence-aligned strategies to strengthen reading comprehension instruction.
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  • Varies by State

Professional Learning Institutes
Expert-led interactive sessions designed to deepen educators’ knowledge of evidence-aligned literacy instruction.
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Science of Reading Defining Guide

What is the science of reading?

Learn the science of reading, transform reading instruction, and improve student outcomes.

The science of reading is a vast, interdisciplinary body of scientifically-based research about reading and issues related to reading and writing. The Science of Reading: Defining Guide is available as a free resource for download or as a hard copy for purchase.

Professional Learning

Discover our evidence-aligned professional learning opportunities.

  • School Partnerships

  • Virtual Professional Learning
  • Coaching & Implementation Support

Professional Development
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Join The Connection

Be part of the community advancing literacy.

Join The Reading League’s monthly giving community, and help advance evidence-aligned reading instruction for educators and students. Your ongoing support helps bridge the gap between research and classroom practice so more children can become confident, successful readers.

What is the science of reading?

Learn the science of reading, transform reading instruction, and improve student outcomes.

The science of reading is a vast, interdisciplinary body of scientifically-based research about reading and issues related to reading and writing. The Science of Reading: Defining Guide is available as a free resource for download or as a hard copy for purchase.

Science of Reading Defining Guide
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State Chapter Network

The Reading League has 40 state chapters that share our mission and vision. Our chapters consist of educators, parents, and other stakeholders committed to advancing evidence-aligned reading instruction within their states.

The Reading League Chapter Map

State Chapter Network

The Reading League has 46 state chapters that share our mission and vision. Our chapters consist of educators, parents, and other stakeholders committed to advancing evidence-aligned reading instruction within their states.

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