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Phonics Divide in Early Reading | Seattle News
A new Fordham Institute survey reveals that 30% of K-3 teachers aren’t fully convinced by the science of reading—especially phonics—raising alarms about a growing gap in understanding, particularly in high-poverty schools where teachers are less informed and more skeptical. Despite 42 states mandating science-based reading instruction, many educators still lack grasp on key components like vocabulary and comprehension, with third-grade teachers lagging behind even kindergarten instructors. Experts warn that without foundational decoding skills, students fall behind—and suggest nonfiction…
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