Dr. Reid Lyon has updated his Ten Maxims, how fortunate we are to continue to learn from him! According to Dr. Lyon, “ We published the original maxims in 2023 and we've refined them now to accomplish three primary goals: First, to emphasize explicitly the primacy of language in becoming a skilled reader and writer. Second, to recognize that language development begins in utero, well before school begins, and accumulates over time, shaping reading acquisition, academic achievement, and broader life outcomes. And third, to remind all readers of the maxims that the converging science is applicable for all learners. There is now additional research to validate instructional approaches that best support those who speak languages other than General American English at home. These variations in language are assets that actually leverage learning.” The updated Ten Maxims can be found at Reading Universe here: readinguniverse.org/article/… The infographic at this post can be accessed here: drive.google.com/file/d/15n2…

In honor and memory of the one and only William Van Cleave, an extraordinary human and gifted teacher, on the anniversary of his passing, I am sharing the Wakelet I created to curate just a small part of the countless contributions he made to our literacy community and to his friends far and wide. Access here: wakelet.com/wake/XuIDNfx7OXo…