In this episode, we explore what the research says about early literacy, the critical importance of strong instruction in kindergarten through second grade, and why waiting until third grade is often too late. We discuss the connection between decoding, language comprehension, dyslexia, and developmental language disorder, and examine how assessment systems can help schools identify not only student needs but also gaps in curriculum and instruction.

Resources

Michigan's Multi-Tiered System of Supports for Early Reading (MiREAD)