Taylorsville, UT – December 5, 2023 — Waterford.org, a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing early education, proudly announces the awarding of a $13.9 million Education Innovation and Research (EIR) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Waterford received bipartisan support from federal legislators in securing this grant, which is
Language concepts are the foundational skills that support the development of reading comprehension. In this post, you’ll discover the essentials to teaching language concepts skills. Plus, explore five free books available in both English and Spanish! The Elements of Language Concepts Teaching language concepts involves a wide range of skills
Reading comprehension is the ultimate goal of reading instruction. This lets students use reading as a lifelong tool for learning. What is Reading Comprehension? Reading comprehension refers to the ability to understand, interpret, and apply what you read. Reading comprehension as a part of literacy development How do the other
School districts across the country are increasingly turning to the science of reading as they plan their early literacy curriculum. Educators appreciate that it aligns with what researchers know about how the brain learns to read. Yet you might be wondering why it’s worth planning professional training opportunities on the
Teaching is a fulfilling career, but it can also be emotionally tiring and time-consuming, leaving educators feeling burnt out. In order to continue on, teachers need the chance to rest and recenter themselves, by taking time for self-care. When the phrase “self-care” comes to mind, however, some teachers may worry
Let’s explore reading fluency, an important support for reading comprehension. In this article you’ll discover strategies for fostering reading fluency in the classroom, along with five free activities teachers can use with their students!Reading fluency is an important support for reading comprehension. In this article you’ll discover strategies for fostering
In this week of Waterford’s Fundamentals of the Science of Reading article series, let’s explore phonics and decoding! Learn about research-based phonics instruction—with five free downloadable resources to share with teachers in your school! What Role Does Phonics Play in Reading Development? Neuroscience research tells us that the brain does
[Taylorsville, Utah]— Waterford.org is delighted to announce the appointment of Jack Ryan, a dedicated Financial Advisor at Henderson Brothers Retirement, to its esteemed board of directors. Jack brings a wealth of experience in finance, community engagement and advocacy for the underrepresented. His deep-rooted commitment to empowering individuals, especially those with
In the United States, ten percent of all students–roughly five million students total–come from multilingual households. Multilingual students speak more than one language and need individualized instruction to develop literacy and communication skills in all of those languages. In addition, multilingual families need access to resources that help them feel
Teaching students to read is so much more than sitting them down in front of a book. It takes an intentional mix of explicit classroom lessons, individualized support, and family engagement to help children develop strong reading skills. But, how do we know what strategies will work best? Have you
