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Dr. Sally Shaywitz states in Overcoming Dyslexia, “The human brain is resilient, but there is no question that early intervention and treatment bring about more positive change at a faster pace than an intervention provided to an older child. The sooner a diagnosis is made, the quicker your child can get help, and the more … Continue reading Dyslexia Resources for Schools: Screener Reimbursement Project & Free Dyslexia Awareness Kit

The Cambridge Dictionary simply defines literacy as the ability to read and write. The National Assessment of Adult Literacy (NAAL) defines literacy as the ability to use printed and written information to function in society, to achieve one’s goals, and to develop one’s knowledge and potential. The International Literacy Association defines literacy as the ability … Continue reading Join the Maine Association for Improving Literacy (MAIL)

(Pictured: Past Read to Ride Summer Reading Challenge bike recipient, Brooke from Whitefield) Summer vacation is right around the corner. It is almost time to wave farewell to students and send them off to sunny days, sandy beaches, video games, and relaxation. Summer vacation is a welcome change of pace for families and teachers, yet … Continue reading Maine DOE Announces 8th Annual Read to Ride Summer Reading Challenge

Literacy, as defined by the Maine Department of Education, is the ability to construct and convey meaning for a variety of purposes through an array of

2021 Read to ME Challenge kicks off with Maine students reading aloud Wed, 02/03/2021 - 12:45pm The Maine Department of Education (DOE) kicked off its 6th annual Read to ME Challenge, Monday, February 1, 2021. This year, to help kick off the challenge in a virtual and COVID friendly way, students from across Maine have been invited to share video recordings of themselves reading their favorite book to encourage the love of reading across the state.   The Read to ME Challenge is a ...