Beyond the Science of Reading: Connecting Literacy Instruction to the Science of Learning
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The “science of reading” has transformed how educators teach foundational skills, but this progress can stall if literacy instruction ignores the broader science of how learning works. In this provocative, solutions-focused book, Natalie Wexler argues that reading comprehension and writing instruction often conflict with evidence-based principles from cognitive science—especially when students lack the background knowledge and vocabulary needed to understand complex text. Drawing on research from both movements, she shows why phonics alone cannot produce proficient, joyful readers and how building knowledge, strengthening writing, and aligning instruction with how the brain learns can narrow achievement gaps. Wexler also challenges how schools evaluate curricula, offering a practical roadmap for scaling science-informed literacy practices that support all learners.
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paperback
ASCD
Published Jan 30, 2025
352 pages
ISBN: 9781416633587
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First Published
2025
Language
eng
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