When the Science of Reading Comes Alive: Can reading instruction be both scientifically grounded and genuinely engaging? These three practices prove it can.

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Title: When the Science of Reading Comes Alive: Can reading instruction be both scientifically grounded and genuinely engaging? These three practices prove it can.
Authors: WEAKLAND, MARK
Source: Educational Leadership. Feb2026, Vol. 83 Issue 5, p20-26. 7p.
Subject Terms: *Phonics, *Reading comprehension, *Perceptual motor learning, *Literacy education, *Phonological awareness, Scientific literacy
Abstract: The article explores three practices which can prove reading instruction can both be scientifically grounded and engaging. Topics discussed include a multisensory activity that can help students develop phonemic awareness through movement and touch, sound-letter associations, language comprehension.
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