Educators need to be aware of the best available scientific research on how to teach reading and how to implement those ideas in the classroom. The National Association for Reading First is dedicated to “bridging scientific research and classroom practice to increase student literacy achievement,” by promoting and disseminating applied scientific research-to-practice information to guide effective reading instructional practices and interventions for all students.

Parents also need to learn how to spot quality reading programs. Parents can check out the U.S. Department of Education’s helpful publication, “How Do I Know a Good Early Reading Program When I See One?”