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.

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.

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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.

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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.

The Reading League Blog

Watertown City School District: Transforming Literacy Instruction With The Reading League

Watertown City School District, located in Upstate New York, faced a familiar yet critical challenge: improving literacy outcomes while navigating a crowded field of programs and instructional approaches. Despite a strong commitment to student success, district leaders identified a gap in their K–4 reading instruction.

5 Things You Should Know About The Reading League Summit

If you’ve ever left a conference wishing for more time to connect research, data, and classroom practice, The Reading League Summit is for you. This unique event brings together educators, researchers, and leaders for a shared journey toward one goal: using literacy data to make a real difference for students. Here are five things you should know before you join us in May 2026.

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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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