The Reading League Journal

The premier publication dedicated to connecting the science of reading to educators’ professional practices.

The Reading League Journal is a trusted source guiding educators in adopting evidence-aligned instruction. Launched in 2020, TRLJ features articles that translate scientific evidence about reading into easily understandable and applicable strategies for professionals in the field. Additionally, it includes articles spotlighting school systems and educators who have effectively applied research findings to improve and transform their practices. TRLJ is published in January/February, May/June, and September/October.

Meet our Editor in Chief: Dr. Jessica Toste

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Sneak Peek Articles

Jessica R. Toste, Daniel Espinas, Eric Oslund, Amy Elleman, and Gina Biancarosa
Jan/Feb 2026Table of Contents

Teaching is a bit like navigation—continually adjusting course based on student progress, needs, and an evolving classroom context. Every instructional decision, at its core, is a hypothesis about how students learn, and assessment data provide the evidence needed to test and refine those hypotheses.

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Esther R. Lindstrom and Jennifer Stewart
May/June 2025Table of Contents

As Structured Literacy instruction and the science of reading build momentum in schools, educators may wonder about how these approaches apply to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

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Alisha Nicole Demchak and Emily Solari
Jan/Feb 2025Table of Contents

Alphabet knowledge is essential for children’s future reading and writing and represents one of the most important early childhood emergent literacy skills.

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Article Submission

Do you have a passion for sharing knowledge and best practices in the science of reading? The Reading League Journal (TRLJ) features articles written by researchers and educational practitioners like you. Our authors contribute to the advancement of the science of reading and teaching.

  • Researchers: Review and present scientific studies in a format that is meaningful for educational professionals.
  • Educational Practitioners: Share insights and experiences in implementing scientific research into practice.

Please note that we do not include original research reports or descriptions of classroom practices that do not directly apply scientific findings.

TRLJ aims to feature high-quality contributions to fostering deeper dialogue between scholars and practitioners. We use a curated submission process and do not accept unsolicited manuscripts. As part of this approach, TRLJ publishes thematic issues focused on timely and significant topics, allowing for a more intentional and cohesive set of contributions aligned with each issue.

TRLJ is now accepting summaries to be considered for our 2027 issues. Authors are invited to submit a brief summary for consideration in a forthcoming issue. Selected authors will be invited to develop a full manuscript aligned with the theme of the issue.

View themes, timeline, and submission details.

If you have been invited to submit an article to TRLJ, please view our Author Guidelines to ensure that your work aligns with our established criteria.

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