Teaching methods have changed over recent years, particularly in the areas of reading and writing. The pendulum is swinging back, though, so phonics and cursive writing are turning up in lesson plans.

An influential researcher in the science of reading movement is warns schools may be "overteaching" the skill.

Balanced Literacy downplays structured phonics, where kids learn by memorizing letters' sounds. Is that why some are struggling to read?

"My child can't read!" That's become a common complaint from parents. Updated: Wed Mar 11, 2026 ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio - -Gov. Mike DeWine announced he’s sending additional reading experts into K-8 schools to assist in executing the “science of reading” approach to literacy instruction. “Even with a ...

Fredericktown Dyslexia Coordinator Abbey Keller spoke to the Fredericktown School Board in November about her program which provides screening, intervention and support to students with dyslexia. She ...

According to a winter update on Winona Area Public Schools’ (WAPS) annual state accountability report, several grades’ reading proficiency rate decreased or stayed relatively stable between fall 2025 ...