Science of Reading Grades 4-12: Unlocking Literacy Success for Every Learner

Introduction to the Science of Reading

Get grounded in the research. This module introduces you to structured literacy, why it works, and how it builds a strong foundation for literacy success across all grade levels.
 Perfect for any educator ready to align their instruction with proven practices that support every learner.

Disciplinary Literacy

Learn how to embed literacy into every content area—from English to science and social studies to math and electives. You’ll gain ready-to-use strategies for reading, writing, and discussion that improve comprehension of complex texts.
 Ideal for middle and high school teachers who want to make reading, writing, and discussion meaningful and manageable in their subject areas.

Data-Based Decision Making

Use data to teach smarter, not harder. This module walks you through how to identify student needs and adjust instruction.
 Great for educators and teams looking to make confident instructional decisions that close gaps and move all students towards meeting or exceeding content level standards.

Reading Comprehension

Discover evidence-based strategies that help all students—especially those struggling—understand, analyze, and engage with texts. You’ll learn how to use assessments to guide instruction and increase text complexity over time.
 A must for teachers who want students to go beyond surface-level reading and think deeply about what they read.

Vocabulary and Oral Language

Strengthen students’ word knowledge and language development with techniques for teaching vocabulary before, during, and after reading. Includes direct instruction routines and ways to increase academic talk.
 Especially useful for supporting English learners, students with limited vocabulary exposure, and those who need deeper word understanding to boost comprehension.

Fluency Development

Learn how to target fluency for students not yet meeting grade-level expectations. This module shows you how to build accuracy, rate, and expression using engaging, research-backed strategies and assessments.
 Designed for teachers seeking effective ways to close fluency gaps and accelerate reading progress—especially in upper elementary and beyond.

Phonics and Word Work

Gain tools and routines to teach phonics explicitly and systematically, especially for students who have fallen behind. Learn how to deliver targeted interventions that help students decode with confidence.
 Essential for any teacher or interventionist supporting readers who need stronger decoding and word recognition skills.

Phonological Awareness

Understand how to assess and teach critical early reading skills like rhyming, blending, and segmenting. This module is especially focused on helping struggling students build foundational skills for future reading success.
 Ideal for teachers and interventionists looking to close gaps early and prevent future reading difficulties.

Bonus Module 1: Understanding Dyslexia

Learn how to identify, screen for, and support students with characteristics of dyslexia using a structured literacy approach. You’ll gain clarity on instructional practices, interventions, and legal requirements.
 Important for all educators committed to early identification and targeted support for students with reading challenges.

Bonus Module 2: Active Participation

Discover strategies that get students actively involved in lessons—boosting engagement, motivation, and learning outcomes. You’ll explore classroom routines, response systems, and feedback techniques that work across grade levels.
 Perfect for teachers who want higher student engagement and stronger classroom culture without burning out.