When thinking of structured literacy, games might not be the first thing that come to mind. However, literacy games can be powerful tools for building knowledge and developing skills in language, reading, social interaction, and executive function. They also foster confidence, perseverance, and the ability to take risks. Read more here. To register for our related workshop, "Word Play: Engaging Games for Reading and Spelling," click here.

Upcoming Virtual Workshops

Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts: Effective Teaching Methods

November 21, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Reading Informational Texts: An Instructional Framework

December 4, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Word Play: Engaging Games for Reading and Spelling

December 5, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Join us for AI Insights in EdTech, a dynamic lunch and learn webinar series hosted by The Windward School's Director of Educational Technology, Joan McGettigan, as she interviews top AI experts to explore the latest advancements in educational technology. Each session will dive into practical AI applications, discuss cutting-edge tools, and highlight future trends poised to enhance teaching and learning in 2025 and beyond. Register here.

On November 14, 2024, educators, researchers, advocates and other stakeholders joined us both in-person and virtually for the annual Fall Community Lecture with featured speaker Katie Pace Miles, PhD, who presented an informational and timely lecture on transforming literacy education.

Please click the link below to view the full lecture on The Windward Institute's YouTube channel.

READ Podcast Episode 62:

In this episode, Dr. Hasbrouck discusses the complexities of fluency and how it relates to word reading and comprehension. In this episode, you will learn about the multifaceted nature of fluency, implications for instruction, intervention and assessment, as well as the current research on supporting children with dyslexia.

Watch the full episode on The Windward Institute's YouTube Channel