Critics of Maryland’s public school systems urged legislators yesterday to “get back to basics” and pass a bill making phonics the state’s primary method of reading instruction. In sometimes emotional ...

I'm sharing one of my favorite online resources for teaching phonics and spelling—Mr. Spelling on YouTube! His rap songs break down tricky spelling patterns and rules in a way that kids love and ...

All reception pupils are to be given cards to use at the 15 local libraries, making it easer for children to borrow books. There will also be ‘fun classes’ run alongside regular advice and support ...