The Reading League

06/08/2026

Meet Casey! 👋

As the Event Coordinator, she curates TRL events to bring educators and school leaders together to share ideas and knowledge surrounding evidence-aligned reading instruction.

We’re grateful for Casey’s passion and the contributions she makes every day. 💙

06/06/2026

What connects us?

💙 It’s the belief that every child deserves to learn to read.

💙 The belief that every teacher can be equipped to help them.

💙 The belief that change happens when we move together.

For 10 years, this community has built the momentum. Now, we’re defining what comes next.

When you join The Connection, you become part of a community that connects knowledge to practice and builds a future where reading is a right, not a privilege.

Start your monthly gift today and be part of the movement pushing this work forward: https://bit.ly/4o9uY8C

06/05/2026

Big things are happening at TRL’s new publishing arm — The Reading League Press!

If you’re passionate about evidence-aligned literacy, we’d love for you to follow along.

From groundbreaking professional books to practical resources that help educators turn research into practice, The Reading League Press is expanding the conversation and access to quality resources.

When you connect with TRL Press, you'll get:

✅ New release announcements & sneak peeks

✅ Exclusive author insights

✅ Practical research-to-practice literacy content

✅ Ready-to-use professional learning resources

✅ Updates that support educators, families & literacy leaders

Join us as we continue building a world where all children can read. 💙

06/05/2026

The Reading League's Dr. Maria Murray recently joined The Dyslexia Duo to share about TRL's work, the science of reading, and dyslexia as an equity issue.

She emphasizes that most people who can’t read haven’t received evidence-aligned instruction and calls for better teacher preparation, implementation support, and broader public understanding.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://dyslexia-duo.podbean.com/e/dyslexia-duo-podcast-episode-90-dr-maria-murray/

Great news for our community of educators, advocates, and parents! 🌟

On the latest episode of The Dyslexia Duo, we met with renowned literacy expert Dr. Maria Sabene Murray. We had a fantastic discussion exploring evidence-based reading instruction, the impact of the science of reading, and how The Reading League works to equip our schools, therapists, and families with dyslexia support.

Episode 90 is a must-listen for anyone passionate about literacy equity! 📚✨

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06/04/2026

This June, we're pausing to say thank you. 💙

June is Partner Appreciation Month at The Reading League, and each week, we're spotlighting a partner whose commitment is helping us change how reading is taught across the country.

We're starting where it all suddenly accelerated: with Pleasant Rowland, who helped change the entire trajectory of The Reading League.

Before Pleasant Rowland was the creator of American Girl, she was a classroom teacher. And long before she became one of The Reading League's most consequential supporters, she was watching children struggle to read and wondering why the system wasn't doing anything about it.

When she called Maria Murray to ask, "What is your dream?", Maria's response was modest: to move TRL’s operations out of her house. Pleasant’s response was bold: TRL needs to go national.

The ensuing investment was designed to give TRL the ability to attract other supporters while establishing its reach across the country.

🗣️ "Incremental support produces incremental change — and the problem we are facing is not incremental. If you believe an organization has found the right path, the question isn't whether to invest substantially. The question is how quickly you can help them scale what works."

We are forever grateful to Pleasant Rowland for discovering our potential and providing both the financial and motivational support to achieve it. Her generosity, her commitment to evidence, and her belief in this mission have made an immeasurable difference for educators and students across the country.

🔗 Read her full story: https://bit.ly/4wXkfSC

Follow along this month — there are three more partners we can't wait to introduce you to.

06/04/2026

There’s still time to register for The Reading League Chapter Network Summer Book Study!

This free, guided study of “Reading Isn’t Optional: Fulfilling the Promise of Literacy for Secondary Students” focuses on strengthening literacy practices across Grades 4–12.

Participants will also have access to optional live sessions:

🔹 June 16: Kickoff with Jeanne Schopf and Louisa Moats

🔹 July 14: Reading Comprehension

🔹 July 21: Oral Language and Writing

🔹 July 28: Teaching Literacy to Multilingual Learners

🔗 Register once and join when it works for you: https://bit.ly/4fkXGRy

06/03/2026

Reading comprehension is the cornerstone of student success, yet finding practical, research-backed frameworks can be a challenge.

This July, join educators from across the country for the Knowledge Acquisition and Transformation (KAT) Virtual Training with The Reading League. This is more than a webinar—it’s an intensive, interactive residency designed for immediate classroom impact.

What sets our KAT framework training apart?

✅ Live model lessons & research overviews

✅ Guided practice (Fiction, Poetry, Expository)

✅ Collaborative breakouts with expert feedback

✅ Digital resource library & monthly KAT chats

🗓️ July 20 & July 24

🕙 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET
⚠️ Attendance is required both days.

Investing in your professional development today leads to better student outcomes tomorrow. Space is limited to ensure a high-quality, interactive environment.

Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/4o6pzz7

06/02/2026

Assessment isn't about labeling students—it's about understanding their instructional needs. 💡

At The Reading League Summit 2026 in Syracuse, researchers, educators, and system leaders aligned on a powerful truth: Data only matters when it leads to better instruction for every learner.

The conversations pushed us to think more clearly, act with greater intention, and design systems that serve students. It’s time to move from simply collecting data to connecting it.

🔗 Read the full recap, including key takeaways from Chris Schatschneider, Sarah Brown, Tiffany Hogan, Lillian Durán, and more: https://bit.ly/3PzXsf2

Which of these insights resonates most with the work you are doing in your school right now? Share your thoughts in the comments. 💬

06/01/2026

True educational justice means ensuring all students have access to high-quality literacy instruction.

The Reading League is proud to share this insightful episode of the Leading Literacy podcast, featuring Dr. Altheria Caldera as she discusses the critical intersection of literacy and equity.

We are grateful to learn from Dr. Caldera and her experience as an educator, researcher, equity consultant, and brand-new author of “Reimagining Educational Justice in the Face of Opposition.”

🎧 Learn more and listen below!

🎙️New Leading Literacy Episode Alert 📚✨

In this episode of Leading Literacy, we have an awesome conversation with Dr. Altheria Caldera on the intersection of literacy and equity. 🫶🏽Dr. Caldera is an educator, a researcher and equity consultant. She’s also a brand-new author and her work is just incredible. She’s just released her new book, Reimagining Educational Justice in the Face of Opposition and we’re delighted to talk to her about that and all things literacy equity. 📖 So, settle in for this inspiring episode with our friend and literacy warrior, Dr. Altheria Caldera. She's the best.☺️

To learn more about Dr. Caldera and her work visit her website, www.drcaldera.com.

06/01/2026

Pride is a celebration of identity, belonging, and the vibrant communities that strengthen our schools and classrooms.

At The Reading League, we believe every student deserves learning environments where they feel seen, respected, and supported as they develop the literacy skills that help them thrive.

This June, we celebrate and honor LGBTQ+ students, educators, families, and advocates. Happy Pride Month!