Engelmann-Becker Corp

04/22/2026

mheducation.com/correctivereading

Accelerate reading growth and close literacy gaps with Corrective Reading®—a research-proven reading intervention solution for Grades 3 and up.

12/31/2025

Ever wonder what it means to field test a DI program? Owen Engelmann and Evan Haney create an overview for the curious! "We don't guess. We field-test!" DM for a link to the pdf.

10/10/2025

If California is serious about grounding literacy reform in scientifically validated instruction, then Direct Instruction must not merely be eligible — it must be central.
It is not just aligned with the science of reading.
It IS the science of reading.

California belatedly follows Southern states in abandoning a failed teaching method.

10/02/2025

Let’s not reinvent the wheel — especially when it’s been rolling strong for nearly 60 years.
Direct Instruction has helped generations of kids become confident readers, and yet somehow, schools keep overlooking what actually works.
Mary Eisele reminds us: we don’t need a new fix — we need to trust what’s been fixing it all along.

By Dr. Mary Eisele, VP of Intervention & Supplemental, McGraw Hill

04/03/2025

Recent SRA Reading Mastery Transformations success story with Joshua ISD Texas!

08/27/2024

A great article by our colleague and publisher, Mary Eisele.

By Dr. Mary Eisele, VP of Intervention & Supplemental, McGraw Hill

06/12/2024

📣 Exciting Announcement! 📚
Engelmann-Becker Corp. is thrilled to share that McGraw-Hill is bringing back into circulation the Teacher Presentation Book of Cursive Writing, A Direct Instruction Program! 🎉
Starting this Fall 2024, educators will once again have the opportunity to purchase this essential resource, designed to enhance and streamline the teaching of cursive writing. This program offers clear, effective strategies to guide students through the intricacies of cursive, ensuring they develop the skills they need with confidence and precision.
We will notify you as soon as it is available. Purchases can be made directly through McGraw Hill's website.
Stay tuned for more details.

05/21/2024

🎉 Happy Birthday to our President and Senior Direct Instruction Author, Owen Engelmann! 🎉

Today, we celebrate not only your special day but also your incredible dedication to revolutionizing Direct Instruction. Your tireless efforts in authoring and innovating have made a significant impact on education.

Thank you, Owen, for your exceptional leadership, insightful guidance, and unwavering commitment to mentoring and ensuring academic equity for all students. Here's to many more years of making a difference!

03/06/2024

02/06/2024

TODAY! Now streaming on Amazon.com, Apple TV, Google and YouTube. Use the link below or just search for The Truth About Reading on your favorite platform 🎥✨📚

johncorcoranfoundation.org/watch

01/04/2024

"Dear Owen," Questions from the Field-
Owen Engelmann, Senior DI Author and President of Engelmann-Becker Corp often receives emails and calls from the field regarding program related implementation questions. One in December is regarding Reading Mastery Transformations Grade K-1 Fast Cycle/Acceleration Schedule. We've received a dozen or so similar questions so we're going to post the Q&A as an image that you all can share! If you'd like a copy of the Acceleration Schedule or of this Q&A image, DM us and we'll send you a pdf!