Meeting the Needs of Students with Dyslexia in Middle and High School

Empower your school leadership and educators with the knowledge and tools to create an inclusive learning environment for students with dyslexia in middle and high school. This webinar features experts Mallary Lattanze and Missy Purcell, who will focus on helping you understand the unique needs of these students as they develop decoding and spelling skills,... Read more

Meeting the Needs of Secondary School Students with Dyslexia

Join esteemed experts Dr. Asya Johnson and Dr. Kelli Sandman-Hurley for an insightful webinar dedicated to Meeting the Needs of Secondary School Students with Dyslexia. They'll share invaluable insights and strategies to empower educators in supporting secondary students with dyslexia through their unique challenges. Drawing on their extensive experience, Dr. Johnson and Dr. Sandman-Hurley will... Read more

Multilingual Learners and the Science of Reading: What’s the Connection?

Join Dr. Claude Goldenberg as he unravels the intricacies of the "reading wars" controversy and navigates the crucial role of the Science of Reading in transforming the learning experience for multilingual learners. Dr. Goldenberg will demystify the concept of "reading science" while emphasizing its universal applicability, transcending language barriers for both English speakers and multilingual... Read more

Hidden Classroom Trauma: The Dire Consequences of Reading Struggles

Each day, the feelings and emotions of being a non-reader, unteachable, or "stupid" (their words, not ours) become more and more a part of students' and their parents’ stories. These inner stories can create a powerful, protective shield, telling the brain that learning – and most especially reading – is an unsafe activity. This is... Read more

Unlocking Reading Success with Oral Language

Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Dr. Tiffany Hogan, a leading expert in language and literacy development. In this dynamic session, Dr. Hogan will delve into the crucial connection between oral language and reading success, offering invaluable insights and practical strategies for educators and school leaders. With her expert guidance, you'll gain a comprehensive... Read more

Literacy Leadership: Implementing Science of Reading Practices that Work

Discover how to transform your school's literacy outcomes by effectively employing the Science of Reading. Join Dr. Brent Conway, Assistant Superintendent in the Pentucket Regional School District, as he shares practical strategies and insights to help school leaders make changes that truly drive student achievement through proven Science of Reading practices. Explore how strong leadership... Read more

The Critical Impact of “Book Language” on Reading Outcomes

Children’s books, even those written for young readers, use language that is vastly different from the everyday speech children hear. This webinar, led by cognitive scientist Dr. Maryellen C. MacDonald, will explore why this gap exists and the significant consequences it has for children's reading development. Learn why mastering the unique vocabulary, grammar, and storytelling... Read more

Learning Ally’s Great Reading Games: Insights and Best Practices

Join us for an engaging session exploring the transformative power of Learning Ally’s Great Reading Games, an annual event that has inspired thousands of students nationwide! Discover how this dynamic, award-winning competition leverages accessible audiobooks, gamified learning, and teacher-driven strategies to foster reading engagement, confidence, and achievement among readers who struggle, including those with dyslexia.... Read more

Understanding California’s Screening Law: Purposeful Reading Assessment

Join Learning Ally and Dr. Sarah Brown for a two-part webinar series designed to help California educators navigate the requirements and opportunities presented by the new reading difficulty screening law (Senate Bill 114). Webinar 1 on 1/16/25: Purposeful Reading Assessment Learn the role of assessments in MTSS, screening for reading difficulties (including dyslexia), and how... Read more

Understanding California’s Screening Law: Impactful Use of Screening Data

Join Learning Ally and Dr. Sarah Brown for a two-part webinar series designed to help California educators navigate the requirements and opportunities presented by the new reading difficulty screening law (Senate Bill 114). Webinar 2 on 1/23/25: Impactful Use of Screening Data Discover how to interpret screening results, prepare educators to communicate findings, and use... Read more

Great Reading Games 2025 Author Event

Celebrate Read Across America Day and Learning Ally's Great Reading Games! Your whole class is invited to embark on a literacy journey with author Krista Weltner at Learning Ally's Great Reading Games Author Event! Dive into the magic of storytelling as Weltner shares insights into her picture book series, Everyday Adventures with Molly and Dyslexia,... Read more

How to Help Struggling Readers Access Complex Text

Are your students struggling with grade-level texts, especially as the complexity ramps up in higher grades? Textbooks and literature become increasingly challenging in upper grades due to more intricate sentence structures, advanced vocabulary, sophisticated text organization, and abstract content. Many teachers feel forced to simplify materials, which can inadvertently hold students back, limiting their long-term... Read more