First grade literacy can be both foundational and fun when teachers blend research-based strategies with playful, engaging activities. From Readers’ Theater to interactive reading mats, these ...

Why it matters: Strong early literacy skills are linked to long-term academic success, making kindergarten and first grade a crucial time for reading development. What’s new: Educators are using ...

As a society, we have become consumed by standardized tests. When I was growing up, high school was my first exposure to the famous scantron sheet. I was so particular about precisely filling in those ...