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.
Whether you want tips for supporting pupils with dyslexia, an introduction to the psychology of reading, or a guide to English spelling, The Literacy Hub can help you identify resources that contain the information you need.
For quick round-up of the The Literacy Hub’s best picks for each topic, search for Top Recommendations using the Topic filter.
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!
And, since I know that many literacy educators just really love words, I’ve included some recommendations for pure word-loving enjoyment! You can find these under the Topic Word nerd fun.
Reach All Readers
A fast-paced and informative podcast that covers a wide range of topics in literacy teaching
Language at the Speed of Sight
A detailed introduction to the psychology of reading from cognitive, computational and neuroscience perspectives
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
Uncovering the Logic of English
A relatively succinct and easy-to-follow guide to the rules governing English spelling
Spelling for Life
A good introduction to how to teach English spelling, clearly conveying the enthusiasm and experience of the author
Reading for Life
A forthright history of the main ideas in teaching reading, together with some practical guidance for teaching
Ending the Reading Wars
An excellent paper for educators who are serious about getting to grips with research into how we learn to read
Why Don’t Students Like School?
If you’re not yet convinced about the relevance of cognitive science to teaching, read this