Description Gain a deeper understanding of how students learn to read! This professional development resource examines current research on the science of reading and discusses what it means for classrooms today. From detailed background information to useful classroom tips, authors Jennifer Jump and Robin D. Johnson cover everything teachers need to help students develop word recognition skills. New teachers, pre-service educators, and even teaching veterans will appreciate the practical guidance and research-based instructional strategies in this exciting professional resource!..What the Science of Reading Says about Word Recognition Highlights:..Explores dynamic topics such as phonological awareness, sight words, and fluency.Provides best practices and differentiation techniques supported by research.Builds teacher understanding with key words, definitions, and examples.Includes teaching checklists and other features to help teachers take the science of reading directly into their classrooms