Science of Reading
This page contains resources for families and the community who want to learn more about the science of reading and how RCPS teaches students how to read.
Research about how students learn how to read, why some have difficulty, and how educators can most effectively teach reading is known as the "science of reading." This important research includes how the brain learns to read and which methods for teaching reading have been shown to be effective.
How Students Learn How to Read
Download an introduction to the science of reading, or watch the video below to discover how students learn how to read.
Science of Reading Videos
Want to Learn More?
Use the links below to access podcasts, articles, websites, and videos that dive deeper into the Science of Reading.
The Reading League
The Reading League’s mission is to advance the awareness, understanding, and use of evidence-aligned reading instruction.
Reading Rockets
Reading Rockets is a national public media literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help.