I believe the EdWeek article “What Is Background Knowledge, and How Does It Fit Into the Science of Reading? ” (Jan. 30, 2023) is problematic. The “science of reading” inspired by the National Reading ...

Note: You'll need the free RealOne Player (www.real.com) to see the video clips below. The last stumbling block... Some children are — seem to be — fine in the first, second grades. They can sound out ...