Evidence Matters
Issue 27: The Potential Impact of 15 Minutes | Dr Jennifer Throndsen Paid Members Public
Dr Jennifer introduces dyad reading, a simple and evidence-based strategy where a stronger reader and a developing reader read aloud together, showing how just 15 minutes a day with appropriately challenging text can significantly boost fluency, comprehension, and confidence in struggling readers.
Issue 27: Using Story Grammar to Foster Comprehension | Jennifer Cerra Paid Members Public
Jennifer Cerra shares how teaching story grammar, a structured approach to understanding narrative elements, can help struggling readers, especially those with dyslexia, build comprehension, reduce cognitive load, and connect more deeply with stories.
Issue 27: How Can We Best Support Writing from the Beginning? What ALL Students Need to Know and Be Able to Do | Amy Siracusano Paid Members Public
Amy Siracusano offers research-based insights into the foundational writing skills students need to succeed, highlighting the importance of explicit instruction in transcription skills such as handwriting and spelling, along with early support for oral language and fine motor development.
Issue 26: Choosing a school for students with learning differences | Libby Taylor | School Up Paid Members Public
Libby Taylor guides parents through the school selection process, emphasising that the best choice for students, especially those with learning differences, is one that fits their unique needs, learning style, and family values.
Issue 26: Dyslexic Thinkers: Testament of Time - The Reasons Dyslexics (and some Neurodivergent) Need Additional Time | Georgie Cooney | Dyslexia Spell Paid Members Public
Georgie Cooney, dyslexia specialist, explains why additional time is essential for dyslexic and neurodivergent learners, whose processing differences require more time to read, write, and spell, emphasising that with this support, they can thrive and reach their potential.
Issue 26: Universal Screening: A Temperature Check and Essential First Step in a Systematic Approach to Literacy Assessment | Dr Shelby Pollitt Paid Members Public
Dr Shelby Pollitt outlines how universal screening serves as a crucial first step in identifying students at risk for literacy difficulties, enabling early intervention and more equitable access to support, while stressing the importance of ongoing assessment to guide effective instruction.
Issue 26: Mummy, What’s Dyslexia? How to Talk to Your Child About Their Diagnosis Without Breaking Their Confidence | Hannah Milton | Dyslexia LaunchPad Paid Members Public
Hannah Milton, experienced teacher and dyslexia advocate, gently guides parents through talking to their child about a new dyslexia diagnosis, showing how honest, supportive conversations can build understanding and self-confidence from the very start.
Issue 26: Do You Know What It Takes to Create a Literate Brain? | Lori Josephson | Calling All Neurons! Paid Members Public
Lori Josephson introduces her new book, Calling All Neurons!, which fills a critical gap by making the Science of Reading accessible to older students and adults through colourful neuron characters, engaging visuals, and practical insights that show creating a literate brain is a team effort.
