A first grade teacher reflects on the Science of Reading, explicit phonics instruction, reading intervention, and why reading success should be accessible to more children.

A reflection on banned books, diverse literature, and why children deserve access to stories that expand their understanding of themselves and the world.

A reflection on the Science of Reading, background knowledge, literacy equity, and why explicit reading instruction gives more children access to reading success and independent thinking.

A first grade winter lesson that combines science, social studies, art, and student choice while exploring how different cultures use light to represent hope, warmth, and togetherness.