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.

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 Development

Discover our evidence-aligned professional learning opportunities.

  • School-Based Partnerships

  • Online Academy

  • Speaking Engagements

Professional Development
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.

Books and Resources

A collection of professional books and resources dedicated to the science of reading.

  • Find a diverse range of fiction and nonfiction decodable texts designed to improve reading skills and fluency.

  • Every purchase supports our mission of promoting awareness, understanding, and implementing evidence-aligned reading instruction.

Science of Reading Books The Reading League Collection

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.

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The Reading League Blog

The Reading League Chapter Network Book Studies

September 26, 2024

The Reading League Chapter Network Book Studies: Flexible and Collaborative Professional Learning

Book studies strike a perfect balance between personal reflection and collaborative learning. Read how The Reading League’s chapter network book studies have connected amazing people nationwide.

Dr. Maria Murray’s 10 Tips for Using Decodable Texts

September 24, 2024

Dr. Maria Murray’s 10 Tips for Using Decodable Texts

Dr. Maria Murray shares ten helpful tips for using decodable texts to increase your students’ opportunities to practice decoding skills.

The Reading League Curriculum Navigation Reports Release Deemed ‘A Historic Moment’

May 3, 2024

The Reading League Curriculum Navigation Reports Release Deemed ‘A Historic Moment’

The Reading League launched its ground-breaking Curriculum Navigation Reports, which are unbiased reviews of how reading curricula measure up to the scientific evidence base.

Administrators’ Role in Developing an Evidence-Aligned Assessment Plan

April 25, 2024

Administrators’ Role in Developing an Evidence-Aligned Assessment Plan

Professional Development Impact Director at The Reading League, Ryan Buggy, shares his expertise to help administrators better understand the most critical considerations for reading assessments that are efficient, valid, and appropriate for all learners.

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