One of my favorite books on scientific reading research, Language at The Speed of Sight, by Dr. Mark S. Seidenberg makes the strongest argument I have seen for why American schools must revamp their reading curricula and embrace a phonics-first teaching approach.  Dr. Seidenberg, renowned research professor, puts to rest the notion that there is any other way for the human brain to learn how to read.  His interpretation of MRI results identifying the … Continue reading Facts Tell, Stories Sell: Teach My Kid to Read