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Building Background Knowledge Is Key to Reading Comprehension
Wit & Wisdom knowledge building Science of Reading Arts & Letters

Building Background Knowledge Is Key to Reading Comprehension

September 17, 2025
If you've ever wondered why some students breeze through complex texts while others struggle to make sense of even simple passages, the answer may...
Sparking Student Engagement in Math: Moving from Passive to Collaborative Learning
Student Engagement Mathematics

Sparking Student Engagement in Math: Moving from Passive to Collaborative Learning

August 27, 2025
When we talk about engagement in the math classroom, we usually picture students leaning forward, hands raised, and enthusiasm on their faces. But...
Unlocking Student Potential: Why Math Catalyst Can Spark Change in Math Classrooms
Assessments Mathematics

Unlocking Student Potential: Why Math Catalyst Can Spark Change in Math Classrooms

August 21, 2025
As a former teacher and administrator, I’ve seen firsthand how challenging it is to meet every learner where they are. I’ve sat beside students who...
Eureka Math²® Drives Math Growth: Impact on Math Achievement at San Tan Heights K–8
Student Achievement Research

Eureka Math²® Drives Math Growth: Impact on Math Achievement at San Tan Heights K–8

July 25, 2025
This research details the impact that adopting high-quality curriculum has on student proficiency as measured by Measures of Academic Progress (MAP)...
Arts & Letters: Research in Action
English Curriculum High-Quality Curriculum Arts & Letters

Arts & Letters: Research in Action

June 18, 2025
Arts & Letters™ is a knowledge-building English language arts (ELA) curriculum for grade levels K–8 that ignites a passion for reading, writing,...
Wisconsin District Unites Around New Vision for ELA Instruction with Wit & Wisdom
Wit & Wisdom Implementation Success Science of Reading

Wisconsin District Unites Around New Vision for ELA Instruction with Wit & Wisdom

May 28, 2025
We recently sat down with Carrie Willer, PhD, Director of Elementary Education at the Appleton Area School District (WI) to hear about the district's...

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