“In schools today students are learning to read until third grade,” she said. “That’s the foundation and it’s so important.

Beginner’s mind is humbling. The word “humble” itself comes from humus, the earth. To be humbled is to be brought back to ...

English learners are sometimes an afterthought in 'science of reading' policies. Some educators want to change that.

There are many misconceptions about early literacy that can impact a child's chance of success, one expert said.

The 66-year-old has been working on his reading and writing skills through a literacy program run with the help of volunteers.

There’s abundant evidence that reading is good for you, from boosting mental cognition to improving sleep. One of the largest barriers to sitting down and cracking the spine of a fresh book? Time.

A child who reads develops better comprehension skills, becomes more confident in expressing ideas, and is better prepared for lifelong learning. For families, reading builds bonding moments; for ...