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How long-standing and how deep is the science on early reading acquisition? Check out our hyperlinked timeline of history's heavy hitters. readingsimplified.com/science-shorts… #notnewnews #sor #scienceofreading Emily Hanford

Education Scotland In case you missed it, here is a great contribution from Ann Sullivan Phonics for SEN & Pathway to Phonics posted on Facebook.

We’re deeply concerned following the UK Government’s announcement yesterday. After reviewing the plans, we’ve put together our thoughts on what is wrong with the proposals and our recommendations. Read more: prksn.uk/3DRnqEH

Bonnie Macmillan knocked the dyslexia organisations' preferred 'instructional approaches' (onset-rime, syllable and rhythm-based) on the head back in 2002, with her paper researchgate.net/publication/22…

Always late to the party, this morning I watched Sir Stephen Fry's 2022 Babel lecture. Fascinating, informative and entertaining. youtube.com/watch?v=uBI4Sm…

Helena Horton Best quote ever "The only resistance I could put up was to make tea and drink it in front of them without offering them any.” Mal Woolford, Quaker elder.

The Seductive Myth of Discovery Learning The idea that children learn better if they discover something themselves is attractive for many different reasons despite the fact that empirical research tells a very different story. kirschnered.nl/2025/03/30/the…

Here's the pitch: Almost every primary school I've encountered is worried about the effectiveness of their approach to teaching reading after phonics and whether it provides pupils with engaging reading experiences. My book offers a tried-and-tested alternative.

BREAKING NEWS: Due to forecasted early spring mild weather, scientists believe that the dreaded Highland midge could be virtually wiped out this summer. The University of Glasgow's Dr McAyenoo broke the news to Auchtertumshie Hillwalking Club (pictured) yesterday.

I've wanted to do it for years but 'stuff' always got in the way. Finally had my first proper BSL lesson with the wonderful Wayne ManchesterDeafCentre. Had great fun and learned lots. I now have my family shouting out random 3 letter words so I can finger-spell them! 🫶

Every deaf child deserves to feel included, understood, and supported 💜 This year #DeafAwarenessWeek takes place from 5-11 May, and you can make a real difference with our free resources – at home, in the classroom or at work. Download our resources: go.ndcs.org.uk/xdaw2025resour…

At Stanley Rd School today, as they implement the Pathway to Phonics programme. Here's a great idea from the team. Label books for the early steps, a handy guide to staff for how to best use the book, including suggestions for key words to choose. Fabulous! Andrew Percival

Photos for writing - free booklet and over 300 free photos - could be used with any age group. talk4writing.com/photos-for-wri…

Save the date 📅 the Sounds-Write Symposium is back! 🌍 The Sounds-Write Symposium is a global online phonics conference that brings educators, professionals and parents together. Our collective goal? To build brighter futures for children around the world by improving the way

My first actual poster promoting my motivational and public speaking services. (Nervous? Definitely!😂) Anyway, I’d love to take bookings throughout the academic year, I’m just a young lady who loves to talk (a lot) and spread awareness of CP and inclusion. 💚💪🏼

Sound it out: Victorian children improve reading ‘leaps and bounds’ thanks to phonics | Australian education | The Guardian theguardian.com/australia-news…

We’re shaping the future of Sense, to do that meaningfully, we’re starting by listening. You can take part in our short survey here: forms.office.com/e/E6ngg1HPVX

Cure Parkinson's funds research at every step of the drug development pipeline. This #InternationalClinicalTrialsDay, find out more about these stages and what we're doing to help support the movement of promising drugs and treatment.

Great fun was had by all at John Hegley's gig on Friday night. Love his A-Z book of poems - great for kids of all ages.