The Reading Griffin

08/02/2026

07/18/2026

03/13/2023

Educator Preparation Programs (EPPs) are uniquely positioned to prepare future educators with knowledge and training in the science of reading. They can connect this knowledge to practice to support the implementation of evidence-aligned practices through practice-based learning opportunities.

For that reason, The Reading League is offering EPPs the opportunity to work with experts trained to review course syllabi within a program and highlight gaps and redundancies related to evidence-aligned literacy instruction. Using the Rhode Island Department of Education and CEEDAR Science of Reading and Structured Literacy Syllabi Refinement Tool, they will guide conversations while reviewing course content, assignments, and textbooks within a teacher preparation program. They will also offer suggestions and support syllabi enhancement once the review is complete. Opportunities will begin in June 2023 with limited spaces for summer and fall 2023.

Please share this opportunity widely, and learn more here: thereadingleague.org/syllabi-refinement-consultants

02/09/2023

Registration for is officially live! This October, join education leaders and changemakers from across the globe for a multi-day conference focused solely on the science of reading. Learn more and register today at http://bit.ly/3JRO8xx

We can't wait to see everyone in Syracuse, NY!
(p.s. We sold out early last year!)

01/20/2023

✨ New year, new Knowledge Blocks. We are excited to offer three new Online Academy Knowledge Blocks during our Winter/Spring 2023 schedule:

• Reading and Spelling Multisyllabic Words
• Rethinking RTI: Where Are We Now?
• Engaging with Vocabulary

All Knowledge Blocks offer:

• Live, interactive 2.5 hour sessions
• Direct access to a Science of Reading expert
• Opportunities to connect with educators from around the globe
• A verified Certificate of Completion
• A variety of helpful resources

Learn more and register at thereadingleague.org/online-academy

07/22/2022

Don't miss our upcoming TRL Online Academy Knowledge Block, Understanding Dyslexia, with Dr. Sheila Clonan.

Participants will learn about the role of the brain in reading and dyslexia. Early warning signs, as well as critical indicators and core deficits, will be presented. We will review special education law with an emphasis on specific learning disabilities and dyslexia. A discussion of clinical diagnosis versus educational classification, and IEPs versus 504 Plans, will guide participants to consider these nuances in the contexts of schools.

Learn more and register today: thereadingleague.org/online-academy/understanding-dyslexia/

03/02/2022

Hairy Reading is free for any child in the world to celebrate the 25th anniversary of World Book Day! Claim one free program for a child you know. Get it at Nessy.com .

Why are we doing this? Because at Nessy we know, for a child to “develop a love of reading and books”, they FIRST need to be explicitly taught to read.