Defined: The science of reading is a vast, interdisciplinary body of scientifically-based research that describes how children develop reading skills and competencies.
Reading is a process that does not happen naturally.
Many parts of the brain need to be activated in order to read.
Reading must be explicitly taught.
The way reading is taught matters.
The Simple View of Reading
The Five Pillars of Reading Instruction:
The five pillars of reading are interconnected components that work together to form a strong reading foundation. Each component is vital to successful reading comprehension.
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