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Speech, Language, and Hearing

Before children learn to read, they learn the sounds of language by listening and speaking. These skills provide the foundation for later literacy. Many students who struggle with reading have language-based difficulties including spoken language.

 

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Warning Signs

Bryana was waving a red flag for reading problems at eight months old.

Signs of Literacy

Kitri Kyllo’s deaf and hard of hearing program is showing first graders how to read using cued English.

Looking at Phonemes

A spectrogram helps a Carnegie Mellon University researcher prove why it can be difficult for children to develop phonemic awareness.

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Launching Young Readers

Roots of Reading

Share a love of reading with infants and toddlers. Hosted by Fred Rogers, this episode examines how parents, childcare providers, and kindergarten teachers can get children started on the road to literacy. 

Photo: Mister Rogers Neighborhood

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Develop Your Knowledge

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Books About Reading, Writing, and Instruction

Browse our collection  of books to help you continue to deepen your knowledge about reading, writing, and effective classroom instruction. You’ll also find books on reading motivation and reading aloud to children. 

Literacy Research & Resources

Research & Reports