Recommendations and reviews
Books, websites, research papers, podcasts – if you’re looking for useful information about literacy for older children and teenagers, The Literacy Hub is a great place to start!
There is a bewildering array of education resources out there, and some are better quality and more relevant than others. That’s why I’ve created a searchable collection of reviews, with a focus on resources that are relevant to teaching literacy to older children and teenagers.
These reviews and recommendations are written with educators in mind, and so many of the resources ‘bridge the gap’ between research and teaching.
Whether you want a quick introduction to retrieval practice, tips for supporting pupils with dyslexia, or a guide to English spelling, The Literacy Hub can help you identify which resources contain the information you need.
I regularly update these recommendations as I come across new resources, and I’m continuing to revisit the best picks from my literacy teaching collection. If you think there’s a great resource that I’ve missed, please let me know!
Search for Top Recommendations using the Topic filter to read The Literacy Hub’s round-up of the best picks for each topic.
Top recommendations for teaching spelling
It can be hard to find good books about teaching spelling. Look here for The Literacy Hub’s top picks!
Top etymology recommendations for teachers of literacy
If you’re a teacher of literacy who’d like to improve your knowledge of etymology, take a look at these resources
Why Q Needs U
An illuminating, enjoyable and superbly-written journey through the history of the alphabet
The Prodigal Tongue
A fun, fast-paced and informed discussion of the differences between British and American English, including plenty of myth-busting
Teaching Reading To All Learners Including Those With Complex Needs
Insights into how to use an inclusive approach to teach reading to pupils with a range of complex needs
Closing the Vocabulary Gap
An introduction to why teaching vocabulary is important, and some practical suggestions for ‘closing the vocabulary gap’
That Spelling Thing
A thoroughly practical guide to teaching spelling to older pupils and adults
The Reading Mind
An excellent introduction to the main processes involved in reading, from decoding and fluency, to comprehension and motivation